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Mayra Gonzalez

Winnipeg,Canada

Summary

Efficient and detail-oriented accountant with more than 13 years of experience working for various industries, such as manufacturing, merchandising, and services, with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Extensive experience in full cycle accounting and thorough knowledge of bookkeeping principles, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budget, journal entries, general ledger and balance sheet reconciliation.

Highly motivated, and able to work well under stringent timeframes, work well independently and collaboratively with colleagues. Experience with accounting software SAP ERP, GP Dynamics, with high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accountant

Credit Union Central of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Canada
01.2020 - Current
  • Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to identify potential discrepancies.
  • Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
  • Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
  • Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
  • Provided support to internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
  • Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
  • Generated ad hoc reports as requested by executive management team.
  • Participated in special projects related to process improvement initiatives.
  • Coordinated with other departments on various accounting activities such as month-end close process or budget preparation.
  • Performed general ledger account reconciliations and generated updated financial documents.
  • Completed month-end and year-end close procedures and reconciled bank accounts.
  • Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.

General Accountant

Eternit Colombiana S.A.
Bogotá, Colombia
01.2012 - 01.2019
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management review.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets and forecasts for various departments.
  • Performed month-end closing procedures such as journal entries, accruals and account reconciliations.
  • Coordinated audits by external auditors; prepared audit schedules and responded to auditor inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Provided support on special projects related to mergers and acquisitions or new business initiatives.
  • Maintained fixed asset registers; monitored depreciation methods used for tax purposes.
  • Documented processes and created workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy within the department.
  • Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.

Tax Specialist

American Advising and Auditing services
Bogotá, Colombia
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Analyzed financial documents to ensure accuracy of information reported on tax forms.
  • Researched and interpreted complex tax regulations in order to advise clients on the most advantageous methods of filing their taxes.
  • Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to verify correct tax form completion.
  • Used tax form instructions and tables to complete tax forms.
  • Reviewed income statements and documentation of expenditures to determine forms needed to prepare tax returns.

Accounting Assistant

Muñoz Tamayo y Asociados
Bogotá, Colombia
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
  • Maintained the general ledger system to ensure accurate recording of all transactions.
  • Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis.
  • Assisted with accounts receivable activities such as invoicing, collections, and deposits.
  • Performed account analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements and inter-company general ledger accounts.
  • Processed journal entries for accruals, amortization and other adjustments.

Education

Applied Business Management -

University Of Manitoba
12.2020

Tax Specialist Program -

Central University
12.2011

Bachelor of Accountancy in Accounting -

Central University
12.2009

Skills

  • Financial statement review
  • General ledger updates
  • Journal entry posting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Expertise in SAP and GP Dynamics
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Variance Analysis
  • Budget Administration
  • Financial statement preparation

Timeline

Senior Accountant

Credit Union Central of Manitoba
01.2020 - Current

General Accountant

Eternit Colombiana S.A.
01.2012 - 01.2019

Tax Specialist

American Advising and Auditing services
01.2010 - 01.2012

Accounting Assistant

Muñoz Tamayo y Asociados
01.2008 - 01.2010

Applied Business Management -

University Of Manitoba

Tax Specialist Program -

Central University

Bachelor of Accountancy in Accounting -

Central University
Mayra Gonzalez