YESICA FRANCO
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Results-driven Senior Accountant with over a decade of experience in finance, specializing in the coordination of month-end closing procedures in alignment with GAAP standards. Expertise in implementing quality assurance measures for accounts payable and receivable, along with a proven track record in managing complex asset accounts and optimizing accounts receivable aging processes. Skilled in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, leveraging advanced accounting software to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy. Strong understanding of regulatory standards and financial forecasting enables effective contributions to new challenges in general accounting and process improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Miramonte Winery/Celebrations Cellar LLC
Temecula, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Coordinated audits in compliance with internal and external procedures.
- Managed collections activity and maintained appropriate reports.
- Led payroll, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, and internal leasing departments.
- Assisted with tax filings and tax exemption (Alcohol License) for 45 states.
- Collected, categorized, calculated, and entered data to maintain accurate records.
- Resolved AP and AR issues with vendors and customers.
- Created and presented monthly inventory performance analysis to senior management.
- Developed and maintained an inventory reconciliation process ensuring accurate inventory data.
- Managed systems for inventory such as Commerce 7, Shopify, Bevero, and QuickBooks.
- Built a comprehensive company database for ongoing projects.
- Communicated with management regarding discrepancies to gather supporting documentation.
- Oversaw reconciliations and journal entries, including monthly and quarterly accruals.
- Analyzed and reported monthly COGS variances to management.
- Improved and maintained accurate accounts for inventory over $600K.
- Managed HR functions, including 401K and plan audits and compliance.
- Supported retail/corporate departments during staffing shortages by managing accounts.
- Maintained professionalism and integrity within internal departments.
Supervisor Accountant
Mountain Shadows Support Group
San Marcos, CA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Implemented and maintained filing systems and employee databases.
- Led payroll, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, and internal leasing departments.
- Supervised AP/AR daily, weekly, and monthly activities.
- Verified, matched, and entered AP/AR data while ensuring all approvals.
- Reported discrepancies and errors in the system.
- Coordinated domestic and international wires and ACH transfers.
- Managed reconciliations and journal entries for payroll and cash accounts.
- Audited sub-ledgers and financial reports.
- Utilized QuickBooks and NTT software for financial operations.
- Processed Medicare and SSA/SSI claims.
- Reconciled 32 bank statements and 42 credit cards.
Senior Accountant
ARRK Product Development Group & ARRK Automotive USA
San Diego, CA
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Assisted with HR functions until the position was filled, including managing 401K audits and compliance.
- Implemented and maintained employee databases and filing systems.
- Partnered with internal/external auditors on SOX testing of controls.
- Maintained and documented SOX and operational controls.
English Teacher
Tomato English Conversation School
Okinawa, Japan
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Developed basic English lesson plans.
- Organized and delivered classroom lectures to students.
- Evaluated student’s assignments.
- Created a vibrant teaching atmosphere.
Pre-School Teacher
All Soul Children School Church
Okinawa, Japan
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Provided a variety of learning resources for children to explore letter and number recognition, social skills and motor skills.
- Provided a classroom environment that is positive, aesthetically warm and kid friendly.
- Taught appropriate levels of intellectual, physical, social and emotional development.
- Created lesson plans by analyzing student learning and comprehension while implementing new instructional strategies.
- Provided weekly notification to parents regarding their child’s progress.
- Provided instruction in book comprehension and listening skills.
- Prepared classroom materials for daily activities.
- Assisted in the development of children’s personal hygiene and focus on classroom cleanliness.
Accounts Receivable/Payable
HD Supply
San Diego, CA
07.2007 - 12.2010
- Office administration, financial transactions and records management.
- Functioning knowledge of procedures, policies, and operations required to prepare customer invoices.
- Excellent familiarity with accounting procedures and databases.
- In depth knowledge of office operations and maintenance of accurate accounting records.
- Demonstrated ability with maintaining confidentiality with customer records.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Capacity for multitasking, self-directed and highly organized.
Sales Associate
Children’s Place
San Diego, CA
02.2007 - 07.2007
- Office administration and customer account reconciliation.
- Vetted client documents with accompanying applications.
- Confirmed customer identity and signature during financial transactions.
- Customer identification and signature verification during financial transactions.
- Recording financial transactions using computer systems.
- Opening and closing customer accounts.
- Creating, updating and maintaining customer records.
- Answering customer inquiries (by email, phone and in-person visits).
Education
MSA - Accounting
National University
San Diego, CABSHA - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
San Diego, CACPA - undefined
01.2025
Skills
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office – Excel (pivots, V-lookups, etc), Word, PowerPoint, and Audit
- Expertise in the accounting process and financial analysis
- Experienced with Syteline, SAGE, SAP, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Xudle, Zendesk, Shopify, Shipstation, Oracle, Mailchimp, Toast, HubSpot, and Commerce 7
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (verbal and written)
- Exceptional communication, collaboration, and customer service skills with colleagues and internal departments
- Proficient in 10-key typing
- In-depth understanding of GAAP accounting and SOX Compliance
- Knowledge of internal controls and related regulations
- Well-versed in local, state, and federal laws regarding accounting, finances, and taxation
- Strong critical thinking, cost accounting, and inventory management skills
- Experienced in internal control development and month-end/year-end closings
- Financial statement review
- Inventory accounting
- Generally accepted accounting principles
- Cash flow management
- Expertise in [software]
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Miramonte Winery/Celebrations Cellar LLC
01.2019 - Current
Supervisor Accountant
Mountain Shadows Support Group
01.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Accountant
ARRK Product Development Group & ARRK Automotive USA
01.2014 - 01.2018
English Teacher
Tomato English Conversation School
01.2014 - 01.2014
Pre-School Teacher
All Soul Children School Church
01.2013 - 01.2014
Accounts Receivable/Payable
HD Supply
07.2007 - 12.2010
Sales Associate
Children’s Place
02.2007 - 07.2007
BSHA - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
CPA - undefined
MSA - Accounting
National University