Manager Accounting

CORAZON S. PALMARES

Tel. Nos.: 830-***-**** (Cell);830-***-**** (message only)

Email: ***************@*****.***

PRINCIPAL AREAS OF PRACTICE

More than 30 years accounting experience in different positions in Accounting with extensive budgeting, forecasting experience, and compliance to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Strong in Company set ups not only in Quick books but also in Mas 90, Construction Partner, and Timberline. Strong in reconciliations such as bank, A/P, A/R, Payroll, and G/L. Extensive in financial analysis, job cost (WIP) and analysis, internal control, system utilization, compliance, and data management. Excelled in General Ledger/Financial Statements, budgeting, forecasting, and project feasibility study, and /or business plan. Master’s degree graduate in Accounting at the University of Phoenix, and a CPA candidate. Industries work experience in: Construction, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Auto Industry, Shopping Center, Commercial Real Estate Leasing, Nonprofit Organizations, Retailing, and Wholesaling.

SKILLS

Worked with the following programs and applications: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Outlook, QuickBooks (Desktop and online), Peachtree, Yardi, Framework, Sorcim, Praxa, Ross, Mas 90, Mas 200, MIP Fund Accounting, Tech 7, Construction Partner and Timberline. Prepared business plans and conducted project feasibility studies for small and medium scales industries as a government scholar. Machines operated: Scanners, printers, personal computer, and ten key calculators.

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLETION

Leadership and Supervisory Skills for Women; The Art and Science of Grant Writing, Recognition of efforts to serve the needs of others, improve their quality of life, and rebuild communities from the Department of Housing and Urban Development; Yardi Professional Property Management Software Training; MIP Fund Accounting training for Windows, and MIP training for Payroll by Ziegner Technologies, Inc.

EDUCATION

Graduated in Bachelor of Science in Commerce major in Accounting at Central Philippine University (US accredited)

Graduated in Master of Science in Accountancy at University of Phoenix

Took Master in Business Administration major in International Business at Hawaii Pacific University

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Set up companies in Quick books, Mas90, Construction Partner, and Timberline Accounting software.

Sped up data entry into the Accounting applications in the preparation of financial statements and other reports.

Set up MAS90 and Construction Partners software applications for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, sales order, and general ledger.

Managed and supervised the whole Accounting Department: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll/Human Resource, and General Ledger.

Prepared and submitted timely monthly, quarterly, and yearly Profit and Loss, Cash Flow Statements, and Balance Sheet; and analyzed for large variances.

Recommended plans and improvements to minimize or control fluctuations of large differences from budget and plan.

Prepared annual budget, forecast, and budget versus actual Performance reports.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE continued…

Identified and clarified business development growth and opportunities.

Prepared Business Plan or Project Feasibility Study with loan applications for a Landscaping and Management Company to purchase properties and was approved by two banks.

Monitored and reviewed subcontracts and purchase orders compliances and updates making sure that payment application are reviewed and verified for approvals with proper coding and required lien releases.

Processed subcontractor payments both by check and ACH transfer including joint and partial payments to distribute payments appropriately.

Assisted Project Managers in managing project cost budgets by providing WIP (Work in Progress) Reports.

Prepared bank and credit card monthly reconciliations.

Corresponded to the Credit Card companies regarding chargeback reversals.

Established and maintained internal control procedures for the company’s financial transactions.

Monitored, reviewed, and assured compliance with the organization’s financial policies and procedures as well as compliance with government regulatory agencies.

Reviewed and approved various accounting documents, reports, and reconciliations

Prepared and managed the monthly and annual financial Grant reports to the various Government agencies.

Prepared and maintained the grant budgets of the various government and private grant organizations.

Managed and prepared grant financial reports for nonprofit organizations and annual certification reports.

Reported to and assisted the Director in cash management and oversaw all accounting operational functions.

Prepared and submitted monthly sales tax filing, miscellaneous tax reporting, annual Franchise Tax Return, annual Company Tax Return, and Individual Tax Return.

Prepared the weekly collection and reporting of accounts receivable to the Board of Directors and management team.

Maintained Fixed Asset inventory list and depreciation schedules.

Worked various accounting jobs for Robert Half International as a Controller/Accounting Manager for non-profit organizations such as Ku Aloha Ola Mau, HCAP, Head Start, HCIL, GT Holdings, and Hawaiian Sun Manufacturing Company.

Performed month end and year end close processes

Prepared and assisted in the preparation of Audit package compilation for the auditors.

WORK HISTORY

MJSR Bookkeeping and Accounting Services LLC, New Braunfels, Texas, Owner 2017 - present

Tropical Contracting LLC, San Antonio, Texas, Accountant/Bookkeeper 2016 - 2017

Randolph’s Lawn and Management LLC, San Antonio, Texas, Independent Consultant 2016 - 2017

University Baptist Church, Honolulu, Hawaii, Independent Consultant 2015 - 2016

Carolyn Pace Design LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, Independent Consultant 2014 -2015

Microtek Support LLC, Honolulu, Partner 2012 - 2014

Jennings Pacific LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, Controller 2008 - 2011

Robert Half International, Honolulu, Hawaii, Senior Accountant/Accounting Manager/Controller 2007 - 2008, 2011

Sun Islands Hawaii, Inc., Honolulu, Hawaii, Senior Accountant 2004 - 2007

Aczon Construction, Ltd., Honolulu, Hawaii, Accounting Manager 1999 – 2004

Hon/Hawaii Services, Inc., Honolulu, Hawaii, Accounting Manager 1994 – 1999

Advanced Air Conditioning, Inc., Honolulu, Hawaii, Accounting Manager 1989 – 1994

Plumbing Specialties, Honolulu, Hawaii, Accounting Manager 1984 – 1989

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, Honolulu, Hawaii, Bookkeeper 1977 – 1984

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