Natalie Canales Gómez
Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant with 10 years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions. Works closely with executive management on complex mergers and acquisitions and divestitures. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
The Title Security Group
09.2020 - Current
- Ensured compliance with internal controls and GAAP requirements while managing accounts receivable activities.
- Improved cash flow by streamlining accounts receivable processes and implementing efficient collection strategies.
- Optimized cash application processes, facilitating faster clearing of payments and improved customer service experience.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced manual data entry errors in the recording of customer payments and refunds.
- Developing comprehensive aging reports for management review.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy with meticulous account reconciliations and timely adjustments.
- Managed past due balances, financial inquiries, and other accounts receivable functions.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing processing time for financial statements generation.
- Maximized working capital availability by regularly reviewing outstanding invoices for timely follow-up actions.
- Monitored timely collection and application of account receivable collections.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Reduced invoice disputes by maintaining accurate records and promptly addressing client concerns.
- Maintained healthy business relationships through proactive communication with clients regarding outstanding balances and payment terms.
- Contributed to company profitability by diligently monitoring customer accounts and minimizing uncollectible amounts.
- Implemented process efficiency improvements.
Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations. - Supported company growth by ensuring timely revenue recognition and accurate financial data entry.
Identified and implemented process efficiency improvements. - Facilitated audit processes, ensuring all documentation related to accounts receivable was readily available for external auditors' review.
- Identified procedural or executional issues and assisted in the development of remediation plans.
- Contributed to a positive working environment within the finance team through consistent collaboration, open communication, and adherence to deadlines.
Transportation Management Coordinator
MMM Holdings - MSO Of Puerto Rico
04.2019 - 09.2020
- Improved transportation efficiency by optimizing routes and coordinating schedules.
- Worked with service providers to resolve issues and correct delays.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through proactive communication and timely issue resolution.
- Coordinated schedules and communicated changes to customers.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers and vendors, securing cost-effective partnerships for the company''s benefit.
- Prepared detailed reports on transportation activities which informed executive decision-making processes.
- Enforced team adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
Service Technician
Workforce Innovation And Opportunity Act-Gov.
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Assisted in annual budget preparation, ensuring accurate data entry and analysis for informed decision making.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Reduced manual data entry errors by leveraging automation tools for efficient record-keeping and reporting.
- Facilitated timely month-end closing activities by completing accurate journal entries and account adjustments.
- Supported audit preparations through meticulous documentation review and prompt response to auditor inquiries.
- Maintained organized filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access to crucial financial information when needed.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams on projects involving financial data analysis and budgetary considerations.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on tax laws and filing deadlines, avoiding penalties or fines due to missed obligations.
- Participated in system upgrades and process improvements aimed at increasing the efficiency of accounting operations overall.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Identified and resolved internal accounting variances, promoting data accuracy.
- Tracked expenses to comply with budgets.
- Assisted in review and revision of budgets based on business needs.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
Junior Accountant
Air Con, Inc.
02.2014 - 09.2017
- Assisted in budget preparation and monitoring for increased cost control and profitability.
- Monitored cash flow to maintain optimal liquidity and cash management.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Streamlined accounting processes by implementing efficient data management techniques.
- Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
- Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
- Prepared journal entries and entered in system using Sage Pro on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Managed client billing process to ensure prompt payment, improving cash flow management.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting through meticulous review and analysis of documents.
- Provided support during audits by gathering requested documentation and answering questions from auditors.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors through effective communication, leading to better payment terms negotiation opportunities.
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing by verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
- Supported inventory control measures by performing periodic physical counts and reconciling discrepancies with system data.
- Facilitated communication between different departments regarding expense report approvals, promoting efficient workflow across teams.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Caribbean University
Bayamón, Puerto Rico05.2014
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Account Receivable Reporting
- Data entry proficiency
- Bank Deposit Preparation
- Data Analysis
- Account Reconciliation
- Budget Tracking
- General Ledger Entries
- Bank Reconciliation
- Budget Tracking
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Accountant
The Title Security Group
09.2020 - Current
Transportation Management Coordinator
MMM Holdings - MSO Of Puerto Rico
04.2019 - 09.2020
Service Technician
Workforce Innovation And Opportunity Act-Gov.
01.2018 - 02.2019
Junior Accountant
Air Con, Inc.
02.2014 - 09.2017
BBA - Accounting
Caribbean University
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