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Finance Full time

I am an experienced accounting professional with over twenty years in the field, currently working as a Controller. I excel in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. My strong problem-solving and analytical skills, combined with excellent interpersonal communication, make me a valuable asset to any team.

Skills

  • Windows and Macintosh Computer Proficiency
  • QuickBooks, Quicken, MYOB, ACCPAC, and Peach Tree
  • Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel, MS Word, and Internet-related programs
  • Fluent in English and Portuguese
  • Conversational Spanish
  • Intermediate Italian

Licenses and certifications

  • CTEC Tax Preparer licensed

Awards and achievements

  • Recommendations from Collin Stone, Founder / Design Director, COGNEO, Inc.
  • Recommendations from Gerald Brett, Founder/Director, Language Pacifica
  • Recommendations from Dalia Chatow, Cofounder and CEO, Oversight Web Design and Flivie Inc.

Work Experience

Controller
The Primary School Jan 2019 - Present

As a Controller, I supervise payroll, accounts payable, and am responsible for maintaining our financial records up to date.

Senior Accountant
Congregation Emanu-El Jan 2016 - Sep 2019

I specialized in accounts receivable and Salesforce, managed accounts receivable and membership, and oversaw the transition to Salesforce, including month-end closing.

Controller/Bookkeeper
Congregation Sherith Israel Mar 2013 - Mar 2016

I managed accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and personnel, provided financial reports to the executive director and board members, and handled month-end closing and bank reconciliations.

Bookkeeper
Peninsula Temple Sholom Mar 2011 - Mar 2013

I managed accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, provided financial reports, and performed bank reconciliations.

Co-Founder and Office Manager
Cogneo, Inc. Dec 2004 - Nov 2010

I set up QuickBooks, managed project tracking, handled client communications, balanced bank accounts, processed payments and invoices, and filed taxes.

Temporary Treasury Assistant
SRI International Sep 2009 - Nov 2010

I created an efficient filing system for the Treasury Department, sorted and filed documents, and organized legal documents for the Legal Department.

English Teacher
Excellent Global, Brazil Jun 2003 - Nov 2004

I taught English to Brazilian students from beginner to advanced levels.

Accounting Assistant
Giusto’s Specialty Foods Dec 2000 - May 2003

I provided support to the Vice President of Finances on tasks related to accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Education

Accounting Assistant
College of San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Jan 2006 - Jan 2011
English as a Second Language
De Anza College, Cupertino, CA Jan 1997 - Jan 1998
Psychology Master Studies
Methodist University of Sao Paulo, SP Jan 1992 - Present