Lacia Walters
Mona,Kingston 6
Summary
Finance professional with over 7 years of experience specializing in cash handling and financial reconciliation. Demonstrates exceptional customer service skills and a commitment to accuracy and integrity in all financial operations. Trained in anti-money laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing, contributing to a secure financial environment. Strong organizational abilities support effective teamwork and operational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretariat Assistant
Urban Development Corporation
01.2025 - Current
- Processing of Directors Emoluments and Travel allowances
- Coordinates, monitors and maintains the Electronic Database of the Board Secretariat
- Prepares and files Annual Returns and other documents
- Prepares notices of appointment, removal and resignation of directors and secretaries
- Attend meetings of Boards and Committees and accurately transcribe minutes
- Prepares Extracts and Action Sheets
- Liaises with the Companies Office of Jamaica regarding company records
- Obtains letter of Good Standing as may be required from time to time
- Prepares and files Declaration of Assets and ascertain fees for asset tax
Junior Accountant
ECRS Consultants Ltd.
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintain accurate records of daily financial transactions in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, ZOHO).
- Post journal entries and reconcile sub-ledgers.
- Track payments and ensure timely collection of receivables.
- Manage vendor payments and resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Reconcile company bank statements with internal records.
- Investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
- Support the preparation of monthly financial reports.
- Help compile documentation for audits and tax filings.
- Update and maintain the general ledger accounts.
- Support the preparation of adjusting entries as directed by senior accountants.
- Prepare basic financial summaries, spreadsheets, and supporting documents for review.
- Assist with variance analysis.
- Ensure financial practices comply with organizational policies and accounting standards.
- Provide general support to the accounting team.
Treasury Coordinator
Beryllium Limited
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Reconciled cash movements and ensured timely reporting to partner banks including Bank of America and Bank of Ireland
- Managed inbound and outbound cash logistics to ATMs and branches
- Performed daily reconciliation of cash balances and vault transactions
- Ensured full compliance with corporate treasury procedures
- Conducted data entry with zero error rate in high-volume environments
Teller
Beryllium Limited
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Executed cash, cheque, and foreign currency transactions accurately
- Maintained strong audit trails and balanced daily cash drawers
- Supported reconciliation efforts and resolved cash discrepancies promptly
Teller
Monte Carlo Gaming
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Opening of Gaming Accounts
- Transfer funds to Gaming Accounts via POS
- Withdrawals from customers’ accounts
- Process debit and credit cards transactions
- Customer Service assistance
- Blackjack and Poker Dealer
Education
BSc. Business Administration - Accounting and Finance - Hons.
University of The Commonwealth Caribbean
Kingston12.2024
Certificate - Anti-Money Laundering & Counter-Terrorism Financing
Everglades Farms Limited
Kingston01.2019
Skills
- Financial Reconciliation & Ledger Balancing
- ATM & Treasury Operations
- Cash Handling & Currency Exchange
- Regulatory Compliance (AML/CTF)
- Accounting Software (QuickBooks, ZOHO)
- Internal Controls & Risk Mitigation
- Customer Service
Timeline
Secretariat Assistant
Urban Development Corporation
01.2025 - Current
Junior Accountant
ECRS Consultants Ltd.
05.2024 - 09.2024
Treasury Coordinator
Beryllium Limited
06.2021 - 09.2023
Teller
Beryllium Limited
11.2019 - 06.2021
Teller
Monte Carlo Gaming
02.2017 - 11.2019
BSc. Business Administration - Accounting and Finance - Hons.
University of The Commonwealth Caribbean
Certificate - Anti-Money Laundering & Counter-Terrorism Financing
Everglades Farms Limited
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