Lourdes Bustillos
Wilmington, CA
ad0x67@r.postjobfree.com
Dedicated and experienced finance and accounting professional with a strong track record of managing financial operations and ensuring accuracy in accounting processes. Seeking opportunities to leverage my skills and expertise in a dynamic organization. Liberty Paper-Bookkeeper
07/2023 - 08/2023
(Temp Assignment)
• Managed financial records and ensured the accuracy of all financial transactions.
• Conducted bank reconciliations and maintained detailed records of all company expenses.
• Collaborated with the finance team to process accounts payable and receivable efficiently.
• Assisted in the preparation of financial statements and reports for senior management.
• Utilized Sage and Excel for data entry, ledger maintenance, and financial analysis. CWT- Director of Finance
01/2023 - 03/2022
(Temp Assignment)
• Oversaw the strategic financial planning and forecasting for the organization.
• Managed a team of finance professionals, providing guidance and leadership.
• Conducted regular financial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and increase profitability.
• Developed and monitored budgets, ensuring adherence to financial goals.
• Implemented financial controls and procedures to minimize risk and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Played a key role in financial negotiations and contract management with vendors and partners.
Visa- AR – REVENUE – COLLECTIONS
06/2022 - 10/2022
(Temp Assignment)
• Generate and send invoices to clients accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure all necessary details, such as billing information and payment terms, are included on invoices.
• Monitor and track customer payments to ensure they are received on time.
• Identify and investigate any discrepancies or late payments and take appropriate action.
• Reconcile payments received with outstanding accounts to maintain accurate records.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between invoiced amounts and payments received.
• Regularly review accounts receivable aging reports to identify overdue accounts.
• Develop and implement strategies for collections based on the age and status of outstanding balances.
• Assist in financial analysis related to accounts receivable, including aging reports, bad debt reserves, and cash flow forecasting.
Hank’s Boiler -Accounting Assistant
06/2021 - 11/2021
(Temp Assignment)
• Supported the accounting department in processing invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Conducted regular reconciliations of accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve them promptly.
• Collaborated with the finance team to improve the efficiency of accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Utilized Excel for data analysis and report generation, contributing to data-driven decision-making.
• Assisted in the preparation of documentation for audits and regulatory compliance. LAX Inflight Services - Finance and Accounting Manager May 2004 - Apr 2020
• Reviewed accounts receivable invoices for accuracy and processed credit memos.
• Responsible for cash management, budgets, and financial reporting.
• Extensive experience with inventory, reconciliations, AP and AR, credit memos, collections.
• Responsible for payroll, month-end closing, and GL.
• Managed payroll taxes biweekly, quarterly, and YE.
• Worked closely with international clients for billing.
• Reviewed data in the employee time tracking system for accuracy and processed bi- weekly payrolls.
• Coordinated conversion to new accounting, reporting, and financial management software systems, overseeing data upload and transfers.
• Supervised and prepared performance reviews for department members and provided opportunities for advancement through additional training.
• Contacted customers to collect past due accounts and sent documentation to obtain collections and resolve discrepancies.
• Oversaw the collection process for delinquent accounts by working with attorneys and outside agencies.
• Developed action plans for delinquent accounts by contacting customers, making collections, and negotiating loan extensions.
Viking Office Products-AR Manager
Aug 1992 - Jun 2003
• Managed hourly and temporary personnel, provided work direction, and reviewed work processes.
• Balanced daily bank deposits of over a million daily. Verified cash posting to customer accounts.
• Balanced ME revenue and prepared month-end reports.
• Verified department staff hours for payroll.
Education:
Harbor UCLA, Wilmington, CA
- Accounting & Business Administration
Harbor Occupational, San Pedro, CA
- Accounting
Skills:
- Sage
- Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Payroll management
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Journal Entries (JE)
- Reconciliations
- Benefit Coordinator
- State & Federal reporting
- OSHA Year-End Reporting
- TSA & Customs Reporting
- Financial Reports