Yamilka Alvarez

Accounting Specialist

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company

Cuba, Holguin

01.2003 - 01.2017

Reviewed, processed and reconciled accounts payable invoices and payments.
Analyzed financial data to ensure accuracy of information and compliance with accounting principles.
Performed monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities for assigned areas.
Created journal entries as needed to record transactions in the general ledger.
Developed reports to support month-end close process including account reconciliations.
Maintained fixed asset system and prepared related journal entries.
Managed intercompany transactions and reconciled all intercompany accounts each month.
Assisted with the preparation of internal audits by providing requested documentation.
Provided technical guidance on complex accounting issues to staff members.
Identified discrepancies between actual results and budget and forecast estimates.
Prepared balance sheet reconciliations for review by management team.
Monitored cash activity, prepared cash flow statements and analyzed trends.
Researched, documented, and resolved complex accounting inquiries from internal departments.
Verified accuracy of invoices received from vendors prior to payment processing.
Generated weekly and monthly expense reports for senior management review.
Reconciled bank statements for multiple accounts on a monthly basis.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
Participated in special projects or initiatives as needed in order to meet business objectives.
Evaluated current processes for efficiency improvements within the department.
Utilized software programs such as Quickbooks to enter data into the general ledger.
Collaborated with other departments on various projects or initiatives that require cross-functional teams.
Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and payroll function.
Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
Reconciled and reviewed operations databases and accounting system records to calculate and determine accurate monthly revenues.
Collected and assembled financial data to analyze costs on year-to-year basis relative to fiscal planning and budgeting activities.
Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
Prepared weekly payroll for team of salaried and hourly employees.
Managed employee benefits and allowances
Gathered data and uncovered fraud, embezzlement or liabilities during auditing procedures.
Tracked income and expenses for business using accounting software.
Consolidated and reconciled payroll data and prepared payroll returns to effectively cut outsourcing costs.
Administered biweekly payroll to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation.
Conducted financial analysis and research to advise senior management on forecasting decisions.
Maintained current understanding of state and federal accounting procedures to prevent legal or compliance issues.
Developed and documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Diminished financial discrepancies by managing budget to ensure optimum human capital and fiscal funding oversight.
Reconciled company credit cards, expense accounts and other expenses and financial records.
Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes.
Sorted documents, matching supporting invoices to procurement documents and verifying invoices for payment.
Assisted internal accounting team in checking financial statements for accuracy to produce reliable reports.
Utilized automation system to process payments and invoices to streamline transactions.
Received payments from customers via cash, check and credit cards to pay company invoices.
Communicated with vendors and clients to facilitate timely payments and reduce outstanding accounts receivable.
Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately managing accounting documentation.
Prepared clear, concise and accurate financial reports and forms for use by departments and outside agencies.
Compiled audit reports for expenditures, profits and losses to provide transparency.

Overview

Work History

Finance Manager

Accounting Specialist

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

MBA - Accounting

Skills

Affiliations

Languages

Timeline

Finance Manager

Accounting Specialist

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

MBA - Accounting

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