María de los A. Villanueva Torres
*** ******** *****, *** ***, Weston, FL 33326
787-***-****-Cellular
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PROFILE
ACCOUNTING / ADMINISTRATION
Energetic leader, team and individual performer, focused on actions and results that produce dynamic changes within a flexible and involving organization.
Trained and experienced accountant with previous firsthand exposure to education, sales, distribution, service and non-profit organization. Strong administrative background, especially with policy and procedures management for Human Resources Division. Very accessible to personnel, allowing for a better understanding of their needs, aspirations and conflicts with the organization. Very detailed and organized. Bilingual, Spanish and English.
WORKING AREAS
Full accounting cycle Accounting & Administration Services to different businesses including services, manufacturing, industrial products, and non profit organizations, among others. Provide advisory in tax and business matters.
General operations administration; establishment and monitoring of procedures.
Human resources administration; selection, training, supervision and performance evaluations.
In charge of the preparation and review of financial statements in compliance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. Identified client issues that lead to strong relationships with the Firm.
Provided technical accounting advice to audit clients, which resulted in better internal controls. In addition, addressed recommendations to top management based on the findings noted during the work with the client.
Audits of Non Profit Organizations and Government.
Consulting.
In charge of the preparation of financial statements.
In charge of the preparation of income taxes for corporations and individuals.
EXPERIENCE
Accounting Manager
2013 to December 2016
Cataño, PR
Senior Accountant- Administrator
1997 to 2012 General Accounting and Consulting Services
San Juan, PR
Auditor / Tax Department
1992 to 1996 Professional Consulting and Accounting Services
Rio Piedras, PR
Finance / Administration
1986 to 1992 National Academy of Cosmetology and Style
Rio Piedras, PR
Comptroller
1985 to 1986 UMCO International
Executive Functionary
1982 to 1985 Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Employee Association
Hato Rey, PR
Administration of U.S. Government Funds
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO, San Juan, PR
BBA in Accounting and Finance, 1982 – Cum Laude
Minor: Marketing
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Administration of Undergraduate Institutions, Inter American University
Federal Fund Accounting and Auditing Procedures, U.S. Department of Education
Treasury Department of Puerto Rico authorized tax preparer renewable every two years with continuing education
COMPUTER SKILLS HARDWARE: PC and compatibles Mac Apple SOFTWARE: Word, Peachtree, Excel, QuickBooks, MYOB Accounting Edge for Mac/Apple, PR Soft, Microsoft Dynamics (POS retail software)