Erica Meraz
Coolidge
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting professional skilled in preparing balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries. Proven track record in enhancing data integrity and accuracy of financial reports, supporting informed decision-making and compliance with regulations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Circle K
Tempe
06.2023 - Current
- Prepare and submit balance sheet reconciliations for various accounts as assigned.
- Reconcile assigned accounts for large transaction-based processes (ACH and check). each period and resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
- Prepare assets, liability and expense account journal entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
- Perform complex research to identify and resolve outstanding items.
- Collaborated with internal and external resources to resolve problems effectively and ensure timely solutions.
- Provided financial information to management through research and analysis of accounting data, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Prepared financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends to support decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with requirements, policies and regulations by enforcing adherence to corporate systems, policies and governmental regulations.
Accounting Analyst
Circle K
Tempe
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Pulled manual accrual data for financial close using Cube Data to ensure accurate financial reporting
- Repull entire time frame of data from Data Cubes Calculate Billing Compare Billing data to Accrual data
- Add billing true up accruals to Accrual Sheet (if necessary)
- Checked for previous unpaid invoices and included past due amounts in current invoice emails to vendors, improving payment tracking
- Invoice Vendors - Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, Annual or End of Promo
- Set up Promotion Accrual Sheets/Reporting – using Smartsheet Promotions information from Price Book (2 month cycles)
- Work with Category Manager and Customer Marketing Teams to determine correct programs, participation and rates for all Customer Marketing contracts
- Assisted with scan data functions to enhance accuracy of reporting and data integrity.
National Accounts Billing Coordinator
Republic Services
Scottsdale
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Managed 55 national account customers, ensuring accurate billing and service satisfaction
- Prepared and processed customer invoices monthly, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Reviewed service charges for accuracy and compliance, resolved discrepancies.
- Handled and researched customers’ financial disputes, facilitating timely resolutions
Data Entry Specialist
Republic Services
Chandler
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Reviewed information from CRC Specialist and Consultant for errors prior to customer data entry into internal system, enhancing data quality.
- Converted new and existing customer data from Salesforce to Republic Service internal system, ensuring accurate data integration.
- Input all Las Vegas accounts into the system as part of a special project, streamlining account management.
CRC Consultant
Republic Services
Scottsdale
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Selling commercial and industrial containers that best fit the customer’s needs.
- Worked with inbound/outbound dialer system, multitasking between emails and calls.
- Assisting customers with all billing needs by taking payment and negotiating rates.
CRC Consultant
Republic Services
Chandler
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Facilitated setup of new or existing services for residential customers
- Guided residential customers through service change processes
- Scheduling services for residential, commercial, and industrial
- Processed payments and addressed billing inquiries for customers
- Providing customers with general information in their area
Education
High School Diploma -
Northside High
Jackson,TN05-2006
Skills
- Journal entries
- Month-end closing
- Ledger management
- Billing and invoicing
- Invoice processing
- Collections management
- Account analysis
- Data entry and analysis
- Excel expertise
- Customer service and sales
- Call center operations
- Entry preparation
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Circle K
06.2023 - Current
Accounting Analyst
Circle K
04.2021 - 06.2023
National Accounts Billing Coordinator
Republic Services
04.2018 - 04.2021
Data Entry Specialist
Republic Services
06.2017 - 04.2018
CRC Consultant
Republic Services
11.2016 - 01.2017
CRC Consultant
Republic Services
11.2016 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Northside High