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Minellie Castillo

Accountant
Belize City,BZ

Summary

Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker, and consensus builder.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Branch Accountant

Caribbean Motors
11.2021 - Current
  • Participated in special projects related to finance or operations as needed, showcasing adaptability and willingness to contribute to the overall success of the branch.
  • Assisted in budget development and forecasting, supporting branch management decision-making processes.
  • Trained new accounting staff members, fostering professional growth and skill development within the team.
  • Implemented a more efficient invoice processing system to reduce manual data entry errors and increase productivity.
  • Increased financial accuracy by implementing and maintaining thorough accounting procedures.
  • Supported annual external audit processes by providing required documentation and responding promptly to auditor inquiries.
  • Optimized expense tracking to identify cost-saving opportunities within the branch operations.
  • Streamlined accounts payable process for improved efficiency and timely vendor payments.

Senior Accountant

Zitro International Western Union
03.2018 - 11.2019
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing processes, identifying gaps, and proposing improvements to safeguard against fraud or mismanagement of funds.
  • Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
  • Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
  • Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Contributed significantly towards cost-saving initiatives through meticulous analysis of expenses patterns and identification of areas ripe for optimization.
  • Spearheaded a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and guidance to improve efficiency and accuracy in their work.
  • Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
  • Successfully managed multiple high-stakes projects concurrently, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and quality control.
  • Optimized month-end closing procedures by streamlining workflow processes, reducing time taken from 10 days to 5 days without compromising accuracy or detail level achieved.
  • Improved cash flow management by implementing stricter credit policies.

Accounts Supervisor

Tropical Paradise Hotel
06.2017 - 03.2018
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations, preparing accurate filings, and submitting them on time.
  • Spearheaded process improvement initiatives within the accounts department, identifying areas for potential optimization and implementing changes accordingly.
  • Conducted monthly reviews of financial results with upper management to ensure alignment between actual performance versus budget expectations.
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing an efficient invoice management system.
  • Managed vendor relationships professionally, negotiating favorable payment terms that benefited both parties involved while maintaining strong business partnerships.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication and teamwork among staff members.

Administrative Assistant

Belize Airport Concession Company
10.2015 - 06.2017
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Developed comprehensive reports for management by collecting data from various sources, analyzing trends, and presenting actionable insights.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management

St. Johns College University
Belize City
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Accounting And Business Management

St. Johns College
Belize City
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Saint Catherine Academy
Belize
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Financial Planning
  • Audit Support
  • Expense Tracking
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Debt management
  • Payroll Processing

Software

Sap Business One

Quickbooks

Microsoft Office, Excel proficient

Certification

Anti-Money Laundering

Interests

Traveling

Fishing

Exercising

Timeline

Branch Accountant

Caribbean Motors
11.2021 - Current

Anti-Money Laundering

09-2019

Customer Service Training

06-2019

QuickBooks

02-2019

Anti Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Training & Fraud

06-2018

Senior Accountant

Zitro International Western Union
03.2018 - 11.2019

Accounts Supervisor

Tropical Paradise Hotel
06.2017 - 03.2018

Human Resource Management

01-2017

Personnel Issues of Labour Law

11-2016

Administrative Assistant

Belize Airport Concession Company
10.2015 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management

St. Johns College University
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Accounting And Business Management

St. Johns College
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Saint Catherine Academy
05.2001 -

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