Cesar L Mercado Aponte
Ponce
Summary
Passionate and professional Representative leads outreach efforts, strategic direction and day to day function management. Proven talent at building relationships and influencing others to gain support and commitment. Excellent presentation and communication skills and comfort working in fast paced environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant
University of Puerto Rico
03.2023 - Current
- Provided administrative support by scheduling meetings and managing calendars to ensure smooth operations.
- Assisted with daily operational tasks, contributing to a positive and efficient work environment.
- Supported faculty and staff with documentation management and event coordination, demonstrating proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Embark Intern
KPMG US
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Acquired hands on experience in advisory, tax, and audit through structured rotational program.
- Assisted in analyzing financial data using advanced Excel functions.
- Contributed to audit processes, enhancing accuracy of financial statement preparation.
Tax Intern
MD Accounting & Development
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Advised clients on tax strategies, optimizing compliance and reducing tax burden by 15%.
- Developed streamlined digital filing system, decreasing document retrieval time by 20%.
- Managed multiple tax related tasks, enhancing organizational skills and efficiency.
Education
BBA - Accounting and Finance
University of Puerto Rico
Ponce06.2027
High School Diploma -
Academia Cristo Rey
Ponce06.2022
Skills
- Bilingual: Spanish (Native), English (Professional Proficiency)
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Time management and leadership
- Accounting software proficiency
- Microsoft Excel
- Tax preparation and compliance
- Financial analysis
- Tax compliance
Affiliations
- Volunteer, BE FEST 2024 – assisted in organizing and supporting event activities, collaborating with a team of professionals to ensure smooth operations
- Caretaker – provided care and supervision of people, resources, and facilities, ensuring safety, well-being, and timely resolution of social needs; managed financial aspects to guarantee efficiency and proper resource use.
- Student Representative, University Board – UPR Ponce – represented the student body in university-wide discussions, advocated for student interests, and collaborated in finding solutions to improve the institution’s well-being and development.
- President of the University Chapter of the Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce – UPR Ponce – led the planning and execution of workshops and events with business leaders and industry figures, fostering networking and professional growth, served as event moderator, and promoted student development through innovative activities, including AI workshops and entrepreneurship forums
Timeline
Embark Intern
KPMG US
06.2024 - 08.2024
Tax Intern
MD Accounting & Development
01.2024 - 04.2024
Assistant
University of Puerto Rico
03.2023 - Current
BBA - Accounting and Finance
University of Puerto Rico
High School Diploma -
Academia Cristo Rey
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