Sap Business One
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
2021.11 - 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
2018.03 - 2019.11
- 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
2017.06 - 2018.03
- 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
2015.10 - 2017.06
- 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 2001.05 -
Associate of Science - Accounting And Business Management
St. Johns College
Belize City 2001.05 -
High School Diploma -
Saint Catherine Academy
Belize 2001.05 -
Skills
- Financial Planning
- Audit Support
- Expense Tracking
- Financial Forecasting
- Debt management
- Payroll Processing
Software
Quickbooks
Microsoft Office, Excel proficient
Certification
Anti-Money Laundering
Interests
Traveling
Fishing
Exercising
Timeline
Branch Accountant
Caribbean Motors
2021.11 - Current
Anti-Money Laundering
2019-09
Customer Service Training
2019-06
QuickBooks
2019-02
Anti Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Training & Fraud
2018-06
Senior Accountant
Zitro International Western Union
2018.03 - 2019.11
Accounts Supervisor
Tropical Paradise Hotel
2017.06 - 2018.03
Human Resource Management
2017-01
Personnel Issues of Labour Law
2016-11
Administrative Assistant
Belize Airport Concession Company
2015.10 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
St. Johns College University
2001.05 -
Associate of Science - Accounting And Business Management
St. Johns College
2001.05 -
High School Diploma -
Saint Catherine Academy
2001.05 -