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Saira Castañeda Duran

@sairacastaedaduran

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Hello there, I’m Saira, a 22 yr old wife and new mom who resides in a small town in New Mexico. :)

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am hoping to find a part-time, remote position in the accounting/bookkeeping realm. I do have a 5 month old so schedule flexibility would be a huge plus.

My main hobbies include piano playing, cooking, and sewing, but I also love learning news things. There is a Ted Talk by Josh Kaufman titled, “The First 20 Hours” where he discusses what it takes for our brains to learn a new skill. Ever since I heard it I gained a new perspective on trying any hobby or skill I could get my hands on. Some of my favorites are horse riding, swimming, fitness, playing violin and guitar, archery, spelunking, computer tech, teaching, hiking, and different sports.

As for my professional side, I have a BBA with a focus in accounting. I’ve done different jobs throughout the years, mostly accounting/admin related. I’ve always enjoyed working and can’t wait to join your team!

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Bookkeeper

Adan's Collision Center

Jan 2024 - Feb 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs; processed payroll ensuring timely payments and tax compliance; coded accounting entries and posted daily receipts and payments per corporate protocols.

Reconciliations Accounts Payable Payroll Processing Journal Entries Cash Handling Reconciliation Data Entry Financial Reporting

Front Desk Receptionist

Adan's Collision Center

Jan 2024 - Feb 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Greeted guests and managed check-in process, scheduled and confirmed appointments, and handled high-volume phone calls directing inquiries for prompt resolution.

Customer Service Appointment Scheduling Phone Handling Front Desk Operations Communication Administrative Support

Accountant

HCI LLC

Apr 2023 - Oct 2023 (6 months)

Managed day-to-day accounting to ensure financial accuracy, reconciled accounts, reviewed expenses and assets, and prepared close-of-books documentation.

Reconciliations General Ledger Financial Close Expense Analysis Fixed Assets Cash Management Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping/Office Assistant

Adan's Collision Center

Jun 2022 - Apr 2023 (10 months)

Managed accounts payable to ensure timely supplier payments, performed data entry and filing, and communicated with clients to resolve issues and provide status reports.

Accounts Payable Data Entry Filing Supplier Payments Client Communication Administrative Support

Cashier

Andrew's Donuts

Jun 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year)

Operated cash register for cash, check, and card transactions with accuracy, maintained balanced cash drawer each shift, and restocked and organized front-lane merchandise.

Cash Handling POS Operation Customer Service Cash Reconciliation Merchandising Accuracy

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Eastern New Mexico University

BBA, Accounting

2021 - 2023

Grade: 3.89

Graduated summa cum laude and was on dean’s list every semester. Nominated for Phi Kappa Phi honor society. Won scholarship from the New Mexico Society of CPAs.