QuickBooks
Vilma Valencia
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned Financial Executive with proven expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight and compliance reporting. Knowledgeable with GAAP accounting, contract administration, Compliance regulations, budgeting and all other aspects of successful financial operations. Talented team builder that possess skills to help develop and maintain consistent Employee relationships and build positive company morale. A Humanitarian advocate helping to create and build like-minded business professionals in Non-Profit or Profit Organizations toward Utilitarianism. Experienced Finance Director proficient in managing Accounting operations with exceptional team supervision, project coordination and analytical problem-solving skills. Optimizes resource use to achieve challenging targets. Diplomatic in resolving disputes and coordinating diverse teams.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Risk Management Supervisor
LinQ Hotel & Casino, Entertainment
Las Vegas, NV
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Manage and maintain all General Liability claims, litigations and evidence on multi- property level
- Manages relationships with TPA, third party administrators
- Liaison between Guests, Employees and multi-property personnel staff in Safety and Compliance
- Recommends and addresses risk management solutions such as insurance, safety and security policies, business continuity plans, or recovery measures
- Reviews and assesses risk management policies and protocols; makes recommendations and implements modifications and improvements ensuring safe working environment and OSHA compliance
- Ensure Safety Compliance according to OSHA standards and regulations
- Conduct and implement Safety quarterly meetings within Upper Level management personnel
- Review and analyze financial standpoint of Workers' Compensation and General
- Liability with Corporate Risk Team
- Conduct safety inspections on property in all departments
- Survey property for compliance issues or safety hazards
- Communicate and work with Senior level leadership team to address and mitigate safety issues
- Review and enter daily Incident reports
- Identify irate situations and show solicitude for all parties involved
- Establishes policies and procedures to identify and address risks in the organizations services and all departments
- Comprehensive understanding to make sound decisions working self sufficiently
- Conducts risk assessments, collecting and analyzing documentation, statistics, reports and market trends
- Manages insurance procurement, develops and implements risk management and compliance policies/procedures; managing worker's compensation claims and all litigations with Legal counsel
- Developed short-term goals and long-term strategic plans to improve risk control and mitigation.
- Handled Workers comp and all Liability claims according to internal risk management policies, keeping liability minimized by leveraging expertise and available tools.
- Instituted regular safety inspections and hazards management strategies to keep operations compliant.
- Devised new systems and specific processes to handle ongoing monitoring needs for potential risks.
- Identified key risks and mitigating factors of potential investments such as asset types and values, legal and ownership structures and industry segments.
- Worked within MS Office, Timberline, Quickbooks, LMS/CMS platforms to compile and review information with pivot tables and charts.
- Implemented financial risk management policies, limits and strategies that complied with standards and strategic imperatives of organization.
- Took initiative in gathering information and solving problems independently within highly structured corporate environment.
- Influenced appropriate risk management prioritization on front lines to promote strategic objectives while meeting operational risk program expectations.
- Fostered productive business partnerships with team members and outside representatives to benefit personal understanding of risk factors and strengthen influence through positive reputation.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Office Manager/Director of Accounting and Finance
New Hope Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
07.2011 - 01.2021
- Managed office operations and met with department managers for analysis
- Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
- Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
- Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
- Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
- Evaluated employee records and productivity and submitted evaluation reports.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends.
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Reviewed internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
- Designed and maintained financial models to identify and measure risks.
- Created and managed financial models to evaluate corporate investments and acquisitions.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist with business strategy.
- Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts
- Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees and freelance personnel
- Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and employee performance
- Analyzed monthly reports on actual revenue performance and compared with budgeted projections
- Analyzed and reconciled proposed expenditures with anticipated revenues
- Oversaw preparation of corporate balance sheets, income statements and other financial reports
- Oversaw all day-to-day budget and financial issues
- Identified and resolved internal and external financial discrepancies
- Managed capital and devised corporate financial strategies to maximize bottom-line profitability
- Administered payroll for employees and oversaw payroll reconciliation and tax activities
- Managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting staff management to provide direction
- Coordinated and finalized quarterly and annual financial reporting packages
Senior Accountant
Maryl Group, Inc
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Reviewed daily financial reports and reconciled accounts to keep information current and accurate
- Maintained/Expedited Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable: Preparing aging list, assuring accuracy and reviewing discrepancies, etc
- Commute weekly to neighboring islands (Oversee jobsite, Build rapport and support outer-island job-site staff)
- Verified accuracy of accounting disbursements such as payroll, vendor payments, etc
- Reliable and independent duties, making critical decisions in any situation (as needed)
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Expedited payroll and invoicing by streamlining billing systems.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Mentored junior account management professionals to develop skills and increase company revenue.
- Developed deep knowledge of customer businesses and relationship to company objectives.
- Cultivated productive relationships with business representatives and consulted closely to uncover needs and match to available solutions.
- Prepared client budgets by reviewing client billing and managing monthly invoices.
- Coordinated with internal teams to facilitate prompt delivery of client projects.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Senior Accountant
South Pacific Steel
04.2001 - 01.2005
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 50+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Worked with both internal and external users to create detailed financial reports.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable operations for General Contractor’s and Subcontract business with over $100,000 in monthly expenses.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
- Expedited payroll and invoicing by streamlining billing systems.
- Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
- Recommended strategies to expedite filing projects and annual reporting.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Mitigated risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for revenues and expenditures.
- Projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
- Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
- Coordinated with internal teams to facilitate prompt delivery of client projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
University of Phoenix, UOPX
Phoenix, AZ05.2016
Skills
- Policy Development
- Administrative Support
- Operations Management
- Financial Accounting
- Project Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Financial Tracking
- Financial Reporting
- Training and Coaching
- Business Administration
- Human Resources
- Payroll and Budgeting
- Budgetary Planning
- Policy Implementation
- Contract Negotiations
Certification
09/2020 Essentials Leadership Certification New Hope Christian College Eugene, OR 09/2021 Alcohol Awareness Training (TAM Card) Las Vegas, NV 11/2020 CPR Certification American Heart Association CP & First Aid Las Vegas, NV
Affiliations
Notary Signing Agent National Notary Association Las Vegas, NV
Software
MAS90
Shear97
Timberline
Oracle
ICE
Chargerback
Maximo
ITrak
Sharepoint
Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook
Timeline
Risk Management Supervisor
LinQ Hotel & Casino, Entertainment
04.2022 - 10.2022
Office Manager/Director of Accounting and Finance
New Hope Las Vegas
07.2011 - 01.2021
Senior Accountant
Maryl Group, Inc
01.2005 - 01.2006
Senior Accountant
South Pacific Steel
04.2001 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
University of Phoenix, UOPX
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