Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Organizations
References
Timeline
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Kiara Michelle Rodríguez Burgos, CPA

Cayey,Puerto Rico

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven financial analyst with extensive experience in accounting and financial analysis. Skilled in preparing comprehensive reports, overseeing reconciliations, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Passionate about driving financial performance and supporting key business strategies. Committed to advancing a career in finance and accounting, while seeking opportunities to expand expertise, reinforce professional skills, and contribute to organizational growth. Known for adaptability, a quick learning curve, and the ability to thrive in evolving business environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vendor Management Office Financial Analyst

Triple S Management
San Juan, Puerto Rico
02.2024 - Current
  • Collecting and organizing data, conducting analysis of historical financial trends, forecasting outcomes, and offering actionable recommendations to support informed business decisions. Responsibilities also include creating Excel models, presentations, and reports, as well as overseeing key performance indicator (KPI) measurement and reporting.
  • Evaluating financial data: Interpreting and analyzing historical and current financial data. Compiling and presenting financial data and analysis in clear and concise reports and presentations for management or other stakeholders.
  • Making financial forecasts and projections: Developing financial models and projections to predict future financial performance and support procurement negotiations.
  • Preparing reports and presentations: Compiling and presenting financial data and analysis in clear and concise reports and presentations for management or other stakeholders.
  • Communicating findings and recommendations: Clearly communicating financial analysis findings and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders: Working with other departments and teams to gather information and ensure alignment on financial goals.

Reconciliation Specialist

Triple-S Management
San Juan, Puerto Rico
08.2021 - 02.2024
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations along with research and follow through of unreconciled items for assigned accounts.
  • Identify accounting and reporting information related to reconciliations performed by analyzing bank statements.
  • Analyze and record all appropriate debit and credit adjustments accurate, timely and complete journal information in correct GL accounts for end of month. If aren't document the reason.
  • Gather information to record reconciliation items from previous periods.
  • Validate that BAIS upload from bank are registered in the correct GL account. If not proceed to prepare a journal entry for reclassification.
  • Provide required documentation and maintain appropriate source of documents in support of SOX.
  • Ensure that the financial internal controls are implemented as designed. Also resolved any observation related with internal controls in time.
  • Work in accordance with key performance metrics.

Accounts Payable Representative

Triple-S Management
San Juan, Puerto Rico
01.2017 - 08.2021
  • Review, processing and data entry of approved invoices against current authorization of dollar limits from moderate to high complexity, priority or dollar volume relating to in support of the company's operations with the correct general ledger information that is consistent with the type of expense and operating department that originated the purchase. Also prepare accrual reports for accounting by the end of month.
  • Strong ability to analyze documents, invoices and contracts in regard to payments.
  • Work with procurement and buyers to resolve purchase order related issues through meetings. Analyze requisitions, PO's and GL accounts in the process.
  • Liaison between budget and accounting department for approval of any invoice that is not related to a purchase order.
  • Responsible of payments run, down payments requests, post outgoing and credit card payments process. Perform detailed reviews or audits of all documentation supporting payments to be processed in according with SOX.
  • Responsible of collecting required information such as W-9, merchant registry and EFT Form and contact information for creation of business partners.
  • Reconcile and analyze vendor accounts statements. Contact and communicate effectively with suppliers by phone and email for payment status.
  • Prepare and analyze information of rental payments for 480 reporting.
  • Participate in and support process of improvement and system enhancement in the accounts payable SAP module from invoice data entry to payment process.
  • Ensure that procedures are followed and internal controls are maintained. Also provide required documentation in auditing process. Maintain electronic records.

Customer Service Representative/Front-End Assistant/Cashier

Ralph’s Food Warehouse Inc.
Cayey, Puerto Rico
08.2011 - 01.2017
  • Customer service.
  • Process utilities bill payments, money transfers and manage sales of lottery games and prepaid cards.
  • In charge of employees and provide basic human resources needs and tasks schedules.
  • Petty cash distribution and control. Includes authentication of money bills and checks.
  • Oversee the compliance of the company policies.

Accounting Clerk

Magaly León CPA Office
Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
08.2014 - 11.2014
  • Prepare bank reconciliations.
  • Bookkeeping for tax preparation and financial statements.
  • Prepare payroll checks.
  • Responsible of administrative duties.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration Major in Accounting

University of Puerto Rico
Cayey, Puerto Rico
12.2013

Vocational High School Diploma - Accounting clerk

Benjamín Harrison
Cayey, Puerto Rico
05.2009

Skills

  • Microsoft 365 and Copilot
  • Power BI and data visualization
  • Excel: Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs
  • QuickBooks, Sage, and SAP ERP
  • Financial analysis and KPI reporting
  • Journal entries and financial statements
  • GAAP and accounting cycles
  • Debits and credits management
  • Audit processes and taxes
  • Account reconciliations
  • Analytical, attention to detail, and reliability
  • Organized multitasker
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Efficiency and adaptability
  • Accountability
  • Customer service and support
  • Problem solving and conflict resolution
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

Certified Public Accountant, 03/2025

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Organizations

  • Puerto Rico Society of Certified Public Accountants, 02/2025
  • Accounting Students Association (AEC) of the UPR, Cayey Campus, 08/2010 - 05/2014

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Vendor Management Office Financial Analyst

Triple S Management
02.2024 - Current

Reconciliation Specialist

Triple-S Management
08.2021 - 02.2024

Accounts Payable Representative

Triple-S Management
01.2017 - 08.2021

Accounting Clerk

Magaly León CPA Office
08.2014 - 11.2014

Customer Service Representative/Front-End Assistant/Cashier

Ralph’s Food Warehouse Inc.
08.2011 - 01.2017

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration Major in Accounting

University of Puerto Rico

Vocational High School Diploma - Accounting clerk

Benjamín Harrison

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