KAROL FORTES MINERBO
Barcelona
Summary
Detail-oriented accountant with 10 years of experience in management accounts and financial reporting. ACCA certified with expertise in SAP, NetSuite, and Excel for generating high-quality financial reports. Proven ability to analyze financial data and improve reporting processes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
R2R Senior Accountant
Page Group
Barcelona
05.2024 - Current
- Managed general ledger reconciliations and journal entries to ensure precise financial records.
- Oversaw month-end and year-end closing processes, maintaining accuracy and GAAP compliance.
- Prepared end-of-month accruals to support timely financial reporting.
- Ensured compliance with VAT and Corporation Tax reporting requirements.
- Maintained financial records in line with established policies and procedures.
- Contributed to continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing efficiency.
- Resolved accounting discrepancies to maintain integrity of financial data.
- Supported implementation of new accounting processes and tools to streamline operations.
Financial Accountant - Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Primark
Dublin
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Executed weekly reconciliation of seven bank accounts across Austria, Spain, Netherlands, and Germany.
- Automated reconciliation processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Investigated variances between bank and general ledger accounts.
- Reconciled sales accounts with income received to ensure financial accuracy.
- Identified bank transactions and coordinated with owners for timely postings.
- Supported team by addressing accounting inquiries related to journal postings.
- Collaborated with internal and external auditors to fulfill compliance requirements.
Management Accountant
Milner Browne
Dublin
11.2019 - 04.2023
- Supervised accounts payable processes to ensure timely posting of all invoices.
- Processed payments for suppliers and contractors efficiently.
- Closed month-end processes accurately within agreed timeframes.
- Prepared monthly management accounts with detailed reporting and analysis.
- Reconciled intercompany accounts to maintain accuracy and compliance.
- Executed quarterly balance sheet reconciliations to verify financial integrity.
- Conducted frequent variance analysis, providing valuable management insights.
- Supported CFO in budgeting and forecasting initiatives, contributing to strategic planning
- Identified opportunities for process automation and workflow optimization.
Accounts Administrator
Milner Browne
Dublin
07.2016 - 11.2019
- Processed AP invoices and completed data entry promptly.
- Managed 15 company credit cards and 100 employee expenses efficiently.
- Allocated purchase orders to ensure accurate tracking.
- Reconciled supplier accounts to maintain financial integrity.
- Resolved invoice discrepancies through supplier correspondence and inquiry responses.
- Executed payment runs to facilitate timely transactions.
- Conducted banking data entry and reconciled bank statements regularly.
- Prepared weekly cash flow reports and managed petty cash effectively.
Education
ACCA - Fully Qualified -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Dublin, Ireland12.2022
Diploma in Accounting Technicians Ireland - Financial Accounting
AccountancySchool.ie
Dublin, Ireland12.2019
Bachelor in Business Administration -
Catholic University of Campinas
Campinas, Brazil12.2009
Skills
- General ledger management
- Financial reporting
- Month-end closing
- Reconciliation processes
- Process optimization
- Attention to detail
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Analytical and assessment skills
Languages
- Portuguese, Native
- English, Proficient
- Spanish, Intermediate
Personal Information
Nationality: Brazilian / Italian citizenship
Timeline
R2R Senior Accountant
Page Group
05.2024 - Current
Financial Accountant - Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Primark
04.2023 - 04.2024
Management Accountant
Milner Browne
11.2019 - 04.2023
Accounts Administrator
Milner Browne
07.2016 - 11.2019
ACCA - Fully Qualified -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Diploma in Accounting Technicians Ireland - Financial Accounting
AccountancySchool.ie
Bachelor in Business Administration -
Catholic University of Campinas