Keisha James
Arima
Summary
Accounting professional with extensive experience in vendor management, accounts reconciliation, and financial reporting. Proficient in SAP and Peachtree, with a strong focus on accuracy and detail in processing invoices and payments. Adept at fostering collaboration among team members to optimize financial operations and support organizational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper
Work Better Now - Red Starr Investments
, United States
11.2025 - Current
Bookkeeper
Work Better Now - Red Starr Investments
New York, United States
11.2025 - Current
- Managed daily financial transactions, ensuring records remained accurate and current.
- Processed accounts payable and accounts receivable entries.
- Completed monthly bank reconciliations.
- Facilitated invoice review and processing, contributing to timely vendor payments.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline bookkeeping workflows across multiple properties and entities.
- Kept digital financial files organized and easy to access.
Media Admin Supervisor / Accounting Assistant
McCANN ERICKSON (TRINIDAD) LTD
01.2012 - Current
- Processed and reconciled vendor invoices, expense claims, and intercompany accounts to maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepared journals, accrual reports, and general ledger reconciliations using Hyperion.
- Managed cheque payments, petty cash reimbursements, and vendor account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Oversaw workload distribution, ensuring adherence to internal financial controls and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, resulting in timely and accurate payments.
- Contract Type: (Full Time)
Accounting Assistant
NATIONAL SHOE MFG CO. LTD
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Prepared monthly cash flow budgets and sales reports, supporting informed decision-making by directors.
- Processed payments, vouchers, and journals to maintain accurate financial records.
- Maintained VAT accounts and submitted bi-monthly returns, ensuring full compliance with tax regulations.
- Followed up with customers on overdue payments to recover outstanding balances and enhance cash flow.
- Worked full-time in a fast-paced environment.
Accounts Payables Clerk
BAVARIAN MOTORS LTD
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Prepared and filed payment vouchers and cheques, ensuring accuracy and timely processing to uphold financial integrity.
- Processed journal entries, deposits, and monthly reconciliations, maintaining accurate and current financial records.
- Resolved vendor queries promptly and provided administrative support, enhancing communication and streamlining workflow.
- Contract Type: (Full Time)
Accounts Clerk
CW INTERIORS
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Processed customer transactions and accurately balanced cash, credit, and debit payments to maintain financial integrity
- Managed payment vouchers and cheque processing to ensure timely disbursement of funds
- Prepared and processed payroll for contractors and employees in accordance with company policies
- Completed monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
- Contract Type: (Full Time)
Education
Foundation - Accountancy (FIA)
Omardeen School Of Accountancy
CERTIFICATE - BUSINESS STUDIES (CSCE)
Bishop Anstey High School East
Skills
- QuickBooks proficiency
- SAP proficiency
- Peachtree proficiency
- Yardi proficiency
- Financial reporting
- Accounts reconciliation
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Detail-oriented approach
- Analytical thinking
- Results-driven mindset
- Effective communication
Personal Information
Availability: 2 weeks needed before start date
Certification
QuickBooks Online Accountant Certification, EF SET English Certificate 80/100 (C2 Proficient)
Timeline
Bookkeeper
Work Better Now - Red Starr Investments
11.2025 - Current
Bookkeeper
Work Better Now - Red Starr Investments
11.2025 - Current
Media Admin Supervisor / Accounting Assistant
McCANN ERICKSON (TRINIDAD) LTD
01.2012 - Current
Accounting Assistant
NATIONAL SHOE MFG CO. LTD
01.2010 - 01.2011
Accounts Payables Clerk
BAVARIAN MOTORS LTD
01.2009 - 01.2010
Accounts Clerk
CW INTERIORS
01.2006 - 01.2007
Foundation - Accountancy (FIA)
Omardeen School Of Accountancy
CERTIFICATE - BUSINESS STUDIES (CSCE)
Bishop Anstey High School East