Fernanda Salmon

**** ****** ******, *********, ** 33021 Cell: 305-***-**** : acaval@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Controller Experience/Office Administrator with key strengths in planning, problem solving and customer relations. Familiar with financial reconciliations, general ledgers and financial reporting. Strong technical proficiency and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry and financial record keeping. Desires an accounting position in a general office setting.

Highlights

• Periodic financial reporting expert • Accounts receivable professional. • Managerial aptitude • Fiscal budgeting knowledge • Accounting operations professional Accomplishments

Experience

• Invoice coding familiarity • Complex problem solving • Strong communication skills • Proficient in Adobe software • General ledger accounting skills • Intuit QuickBooks specialist Accounting Skills

• Operated computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information. • General Ledger Accounts •

Maintained accurate accounts including cash, inventory, prepaid, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions. Developed new invoice dispute reporting system which reduced the open invoice cycle time from approximately 8-10 days to 1 day. Increased profitability by eliminating redundant accounting management procedures.

Office Administrator-Bookkeeper July 2012 to 1/28/2013 2:51:16 PM VIMENS USA – Miami, FL Investigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts while under tight deadlines Coded the general ledger and processed vendor invoice payments.. Issued paychecks to vendors and suppliers on a bi-weekly basis. Maintained accounts receivable documentation electronically and on paper. Processed bank reconciliations and financial reports to verify practice of proper due diligence. Handled cash and deposits using the proper accounting procedures and documentation. Entered weekly sales and customer count sheets for review by management. Processed journal entries, online transfers and payments. Researched and resolved collections and billing disputes with tact and efficiency. Calculated, prepared, and issued bills, invoices and account statements according to established procedures. Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency. Created solutions in the areas of inventory, sales reporting, distribution and product upgrades that led to system improvements and streamlined processes.

Marketing and Sales-Business Development December 2010 to June 2012 COSENTINO – Miami, Fl Developed a new customer base consisting of 800 accounts. Generated new accounts by implementing effective networking and content marketing strategies.

Managed budget forecasting, goal setting and performance reporting for all accounts. Identified strategic partnerships and gathered market information to gain a competitive advantage. Contacted new and existing customers to discuss how specific products could meet their needs. Cultivated relationships with key players in various industries to create ongoing and mutually beneficial referral systems. Answered customer questions regarding products, prices and availability. Reviewed and approved billing invoices and expense reports. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of centers policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.

Bookkeeper-Office Administrator January 2006 to December 2010 COSENTINO – Miami, Fl Coordinated all department functions for team of 5 employees. Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency. Created databases and spreadsheets to improve inventory management and reporting accuracy. Issued paychecks to vendors and suppliers on a bi-weekly basis. Processed bank reconciliations and financial reports. Reduced and controlled expenses by improving resource allocation.Collected and reported information on competitive activity during presentations. Handled cash and deposits using the proper accounting procedures and documentation. Entered weekly sales and customer count sheets for review by management. Processed payroll, electronic deposits and employee pay adjustments. Researched and resolved collections and billing disputes with tact and efficiency. Executed quarterly financial reporting on multiple transactions. Executed accounts receivable reporting enhancements and reconciliation procedures. Managed accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting and reconciliations. Performed debit, credit and total accounts on computer spreadsheets/databases, using specialized accounting software. Performed field audits on wide variety of clientele using Quick Books System. Completed monthly, quarterly and annual bank reconciliations for the Miami Center. Reviewed accountantÆs book entries to ensure accuracy of the G/L. Worked with management to document and offset unusual expense variances in their respective areas. Reconciled bank statements to clients' books and prepared financial statements from client documents.Assisted in the creation of vendor contracts for outside vendors. Presented company goals and objectives to Directors. Answered employee questions regarding benefits and payroll and resolved any issues. Identified inefficiencies and made recommendations for process improvements.

Education Coordinator March 2004 to October 2006 Estee Lauder Companies – Mexico, Edo. de Mexico Monitored market conditions, product innovations and competitor activity, and adjusted account sales approach to address latest market developments. Trained sales teams on educational products at seminars and special events. Developed and executed annual sales plans and strategies for South America territory. Supervised material flow, storage and global order fulfillment. Maintained accurate stock records and schedules. Oversaw hiring and training of 30-40 new employees each quarter.

Education

Universidad Franco Mexicana Mexico, DF, Mexico Business Administrator BBA

Sheridan Education Center Fort Lauderdale, Fl, USA Accounting Operations