Flavia Ogata
AP Supervisor
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About
Detail-oriented and results-driven accounting professional with over eight years of experience in accounts payable, financial reporting, and process improvement within large-scale financial and construction organizations. Proven ability to optimize AP workflows, implement internal controls, and lead high-performing teams. Seeking an Accounts Payable Manager position at Baker Electric to leverage expertise in AP automation, vendor management, and compliance while driving efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
Experience
AP Supervisor - University Mechanical and Engineering Contractors - El Cajon/CA
(2025-07)
- Lead AP team and supervised full-cycle Accounts Payable operations
- Developed and maintained AP procedures, internal controls, and workflow documentation to ensure adherence to company policies, audit standards, and financial protocols (OCR implementation – which reduced processing time 30%)
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers while partnering with project managers, field staff, and internal departments (such as Labor Compliance) to resolve financial issues and support operational objectives.
- Led, trained, and mentored accounts payable staff by coordinating recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, and continuous development to maintain a high-performing and knowledgeable team.
AP Lead/Staff Accountant - University Mechanical and Engineering Contractors - El Cajon/CA
(2022-05 - 2025-07)
- Oversee high-volume AP processing (200-300 invoices/week), ensuring accuracy in vendor payments and expense reimbursements.
- Reconcile AP/AR ledgers, ensuring all invoices, receipts, and payment records are properly documented.
- Manage multi-state sales and use tax, business licenses, and regulatory filings.
- Assist in month-end close processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Develop and implement AP process improvements, reducing inefficiencies, and enhancing workflow automation.
- Collaborate with internal teams to monitor contract compliance, purchase orders, and rental agreements.
- Process and report monthly Union reports (Local 206, DC16 and Local 105)
Staff Accountant - Hazard Constructions - San Diego/CA
(2022-01 - 2022-05)
- Managed rental equipment AP, ensuring accurate coding, reconciliation, and reporting.
- Processed weekly check runs and ensured vendors met compliance requirements (lien releases, insurance, etc.).
- Conducted bank and petty cash reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
- Assisted with prepaid asset amortization, accrued liabilities, and loan payment processing.
- Prepare and amortize prepaid assets and accrued liabilities schedules for posting to General Ledger.
Financial/Accounting analyst - Posner Consulting Group - San Diego/CA
(2019-11 - 2022-01)
- Managed full-cycle AP/AR functions, ensuring timely payments and accurate bookkeeping.
- Prepared and presented financial reports to executives, including cash flow and variance analysis.
- Processed bi-weekly multi-state payroll for 25+ employees across various HR platforms.
- Developing and presenting weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for executives and stakeholders.
- Conducted financial analysis for corporate and client projects, supporting strategic decision-making.
Senior Accounting analyst - Societe Generale Financial - Sao Paulo/Brazil
(2015-05 - 2016-04)
- Developed budget forecasts and cost-saving strategies, reducing tax expenses by over $500K.
- Managed GL reconciliations, month-end close, and variance analysis.
- Designed a system to improve daily journal entry routines, increasing efficiency by 40%.
Accounting analyst - BMW Financial Services - Sao Paulo/Brazil
(2010-01 - 2015-05)
- Managed manual and electronic payment processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Developed a bank reconciliation system, improving payment accuracy and reporting timelines.
- Ensured compliance with Brazilian government financial regulations.
- Provide ad hoc and periodic reports and business analysis to the management
Education
Master's in business administration - Business Statistic and Data Analytics - Westcliff University (2019-10 - 2022-05)
Certificate - Accounting - San Diego University for Integrative Studies (2017-09 - 2018-09)
M.D.
- Masters in Corporate Finance, Controllership and Finance - Fundacao Getulio Vargas (2015-02 - 2017-12)
A.S.
- Associate of Science in Accounting - Fundacao Escola Comercio Alvares Penteado (2013-01 - 2014-12)
B. B. A.
- Bachelor of Business Administration - Fundacao Escola Comercio Alvares Penteado (2009-01 - 2012-12)
