Maritza Beel Largo Uribe
Accounting Coordinator
Bogotá,DC
Summary
Accomplished Accounting Coordinator with experience for more than 10 years working in accounting and finance areas, enhancing financial accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing new software. Expert in SAP, EPICOR, and QUICKBOOKS, with exceptional problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams for professional growth, achieving significant improvements in efficiency and cost control. Capable . Determined and well-trained professional guided by exceptional decision-making and organizational skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Accounting Coordinator
Colceramica SAS
09.2021 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service while resolving billing disputes or payment discrepancies with clients.
- Oversaw vendor activities and initiated plans to improve relationships and performance.
- Prepared ad-hoc financial analyses for special projects as requested by management, offering insights into potential improvements or opportunities for growth.
- Maintained fixed asset records, tracking depreciation schedules and updating asset valuations as needed.
- Assisted with year-end audit preparation, gathering supporting documents and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance department through constructive feedback and proactive problem-solving approaches.
- Developed customized financial reports for management review, facilitating informed business decisions.
- Streamlined expense tracking procedures, resulting in increased cost control and budget adherence.
- Reached out to customers to ascertain reasons for past due accounts.
- Established key relationships with team members, upper management, customers, and partners through well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by diligently reviewing and reconciling accounts on a monthly basis.
- Entered journal updates to balance general ledger accounts.
- Coordinated and monitored department workflow to maintain efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with all tax regulations, filing necessary documentation and maintaining organized records.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing new software.
- Supported the month-end closing process, efficiently processing journal entries and posting accruals.
- Trained junior team members on accounting best practices, fostering professional growth within the department.
- Maintained accurate documentation regarding accounts payables and accounts receivables in accordance with company policies.
- Contributed accounting expertise toward implementing business improvements.
- Reviewed contracts for proper revenue recognition treatment under GAAP guidelines while maintaining accurate records of deferred revenue transactions.
- Collaborated with internal departments to resolve discrepancies, fostering strong cross-functional relationships.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
Accounting Analyst
Colceramica SAS
04.2013 - 08.2021
- Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Reduced month-end closing time through streamlined account reconciliations and process improvements.
- Researched billing and invoice problems and resolved issues in compliance with established standards.
- Reconciled accounts and resolved both internal variances and discrepancies in external documentation.
- Mentored junior team members, sharing knowledge and expertise to promote professional growth within the department.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations, industry standards, and best practices through continuous professional development activities.
- Invoiced customers for purchases of goods and services to adhere to accounting standards and generate revenues.
- Participated in company-wide process improvement initiatives designed to enhance overall operational efficiencies across all departments.
- Analyzed variances between actuals versus budgets/forecasts for informed decision making on corrective actions if needed.
- Collaborated with IT department to resolve system-related issues impacting financial reporting capabilities efficiently.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Accountant Clerk
Garantia Temporal SAS
12.2011 - 06.2012
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Ensured timely payments to vendors with diligent invoice processing and proactive communication.
- Reduced errors in data entry through careful verification of transactions and regular reconciliation of accounts.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Administrative Assistant
Serviasjudinet SA
06.2007 - 10.2011
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
Education
Specialization in Management And Financial Admin - Accounting And Finance
Piloto De Colombia University
Bogotá, Colombia 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting And Finance
Antonio Nariño University
Bogota 05.2001 -
English Language - English Language And Literature
ILAC
Toronto 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Ramon B Jimeno School
Bogotá, Colombia 05.2001 -
Skills
Bank account reconciliations
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
English
Timeline
English
01-2022
Accounting Coordinator
Colceramica SAS
09.2021 - Current
Accounting Analyst
Colceramica SAS
04.2013 - 08.2021
Accountant Clerk
Garantia Temporal SAS
12.2011 - 06.2012
Administrative Assistant
Serviasjudinet SA
06.2007 - 10.2011
Specialization in Management And Financial Admin - Accounting And Finance
Piloto De Colombia University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting And Finance
Antonio Nariño University
05.2001 -
English Language - English Language And Literature
ILAC
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Ramon B Jimeno School
05.2001 -
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