María Steffel (Duron)

Experience

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  Http://www.dsm-sinochem.com/About-Us/Our-global-network/Mexico-Latin-America

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2001

  AR/AP functions to assure accuracy in General LedgerAnalyzed Client's Financial information to increase credit limitsWorked close with Treasury to verify client's payments Managed company accounts/projects and served as primary liaison between plant and multiple corporate internal groups to ensure clarity of goals and quality and adherence to deadlines.Perform company inventory counts with more than 500 different products (purchased parts/fasteners).

  • Accountant

    Jan 1997 - Jan 2001

  • Accounting Manager

    Jan 1997 - Jan 2001
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  PRG-Schultz

  Jun 2001 - Apr 2007

  Senior Auditor

  Performed audits for large and medium-sized privately owned companies in manufacturing and retail industries.Conducted audits to determine if business units were following company policies and procedures.Elaborate Narrative Audit Reports, Recommendations and Best Practices, Supplier satisfaction surveys. Achieved revenue objective by recovering $700,000 duplicate payments errors with development of analytical auditing tool.Trained new personnel in principles of auditing that became permanent staff and have personally coached each individual to run audit reports and automatically cross-referencing errors between invoices, purchase orders and payments.Active participated with other staff coordinators in Client's meetings and Narrative reports.Audit projects in companies such as GM, JCI, Carrier, Lear Corp, Vitromex, Cifunsa, Solectron, Denso, Cervecería (FEMSA), HEB Supermarket, 7eleven. Show less

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  Lear Corporation

  Apr 2007 - Dec 2007

  General Accountant

  Attest for SOX reviewCash Flow for Divisas and Local PaymentsClose and Open Periods in systemGeneral Journals such as accruals, revaluations, expenses, freights, etcGeneral Leadger Quarterly Attest FilesMonthly Intercompany reconciliationsReserves controlRetro Pricing analysisPayroll BudgetsSupervise Petty Cash, AP functions to assure accuracyCheck run processing to Suppliers & Intercompany NettingItems Processing such as Credit or Debit MemosQuality Notice Advice suppliers control applicationsSuppliers balance reconciliations 80-20Work with receivings & discrepancies for match and passProcess posted materials to General LedgerProcess matched invoices & Discrepancies to GL and APReconciliation for Aged open receivers Show less

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  Martinrea International

  Dec 2007 - Jan 2011

  General Accountant

  Prepare income statement & balance sheet analysis, account reconciliation, weekly forecast as well as special projects as needed, financial monthly reports for CFO/Corporate and assisting Controller. Perform company inventory counts in warehouses with more than 800 different products (raw material, purchased parts and fasteners, work in progress and finished goods). Support operation for the Accounting and Finance assisting with monthly close journal entries, financial reporting and analysis. Supervise Petty Cash, Banks, AP & AR functions to assure accuracy in General Ledger.Reconciles withholding taxes data and submit to Taxes Department in Mexico City Streamlined heavy bank reconciliation process and cash flow by reducing the all-day job to a three hour procedure through automation and computerization, supervise transactions for domestic and International bank accounts with more than 6 million dollarsManaged Inter company accounts/projects and served as primary liaison between plant and multiple corporate internal groups to ensure clarity of goals and quality and adherence to deadlinesWorked closely with company executives to identify new business opportunities and routinely participated in the cost savings processManaged annual external audit KPMG Show less

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  Scoular

  Dec 2011 - Sept 2017

  A/P & A/RRail Car FollowupResponsible for handling the transportation needs of the business (both domestic and international) including: daily communication with all international & internal customers, ocean carriers, and other service providers regarding the execution of all international sales contracts.Manage container shipments from origin to destination specifically: generate shipping documents including: certificate of origins, certificate of analysis, bills of lading, packing lists, invoices and health certificates for products destined for export from US government agencies. Full truck and Less than Truckload shipments to and from Scoular's 3rd party warehouses. Support the portfolio manager by tracking inventory quality and quantity to ensure proper levels as per the customer's contact quality and usage. Communicate status to manager daily Show less International Document Specialist. responsible for collecting and assembling on assigned shipments all documents necessary for presentation to bank or consignee for the payment of Feeds/Feed ingredient product shipments according to the terms of the Letter of Credit / Direct Collection and other payment method underlying trade contract. Responsibilities: •Read terms of the Letter of Credit to verify accuracy and that it is in accordance with the terms of the underlying trade. •Settle all assigned shipments verifying that credit advice amount is accurate. Analyze for accuracy and report banking fees charged. •Verify that proper freight rates are used for the steamship movement both within the Scoular system and on the freighted Bill Lading against our contracted rates Skills & Experience: •Ability to organize and prioritize detailed multiple tasks. •Ability to effectively manage time and be self-motivated. •Ability to multi-task, prioritize work flow and complete tasks with a high level of organization, responsibility, and efficiency. •Strong knowledge of MS Office, Word, Excel, OTM, AS/400, CMS Show less

  • Assistant Controller - BCO South America

    Feb 2015 - Sept 2017

  • Assistant Merchandise and Domestic Logistic Coordinator

    Dec 2011 - Jan 2015

  • International Document Specialist

    Dec 2011 - Jan 2015
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  Language & Friendship, Inc. : Travel & Family Stays Abroad - Hosting In The USA

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2018

  Registrar/Program Assistant

  Provide effective and efficient support to the program coordinator and staff to ensure smooth program delivery. This includes performing a variety of administrative, logistical, and information management assistance.Abroad Programs- Manage enrollment (web-based)- Email acknowledgments and requests for further information- Troubleshoot online account issues- Process payments: reconcile online payments, enter checks, prepare deposits, allocate fundraising- Follow up on general questions regarding travel and hosting as well as late payments, NSF’s, and late family-stay materials- Follow up on health info – physician reports, counselor reports, and parent feedback as needed- Process final billings & cancellations- Enroll leaders and students in STEP (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program – State Department) - Process evaluationsInbound Programs- Student enrollment- Enter student applications & BiosHosting - Family communication- Email and call prospective host families- Do virtual home visits as needed o Help with pre-arrival mailings- Assist with arrivals and departures- Assist with post-stay evaluation follow-upGeneral Office- Develop and maintain an efficient filing system for the staff- Maintain confidential records for the program coordinator- Add new teachers and update records as needed- Coordinate the translation(Spanish) proofreading and editing of documents as required- Mail Preliminary Info Packets and Admin Packets as needed to teachers/leaders- Receive and handle “Contact us” inquiries from website- Keep office organized and on trackWorkshops and Events- Assist with relevant information and updates to the Director and Co-Director- Act as a resource person for students, parents, teachers, and casual help as required- Assist with Leader Workshop- Work with Program Coordinators to meet deadlines and coordinate work activities in support of the operations of the programs Show less

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  Wilson-McShane Corporation

  Oct 2018 - Jul 2019

  Finance Manager

  Responsible for the daily oversight and management of 10 FTE Finance team which performs accounting for a fast-paced organization. This involves planning and maintaining a large, complex financial accounting system with strong internal controls. Utilize multiple systems and workflows across a number of functional areas, while developing relationships across the organization. Document, update, and revise Finance department’s policies and procedures in conjunction with the Vice President of Finance. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:Manage the day-to-day operations of the Bloomington Finance department.Train and provide feedback for all offices’ Finance staff on policies and procedures.Communicate changes in policies and procedures within Finance to all office locations.Track attendance, time-off requests, and approve timesheets.Maintain effective communication and working relationships with management and staff as well as clients, financial institutions, government agencies, unions, participants, attorneys, vendors and consultants to ensure compliance with applicable regulations/laws and overall efficiency of the finance department. Review fund’s financial statements monthly for accuracy including bank account reconciliations, investment activity, contribution postings, and any other reporting included in the monthly activity.Audit preparation review to ensure all necessary documentation is provided.Handle online banking administration, including working with various banks to ensure proper services are enabled, accurate fees, signatory changes, etc.Approve/verify investment transfers.Setup new clients including banking changes and accounting system setup.Serve as a backup for bookkeepers in other offices when escalated issues arise.Attend department head meetings and communicate Fund changes to the appropriate staff. Show less

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  Neighborhood House

  Aug 2019 - May 2021

  Director of Finance

  Responsible for all finance operations. Lead a team of 3 FTE.Provide diverse financial solutions to program managers to deliver program framework and goals as needed.Responsible for maintaining 501(c)(3) non-profit status.Direct the finance function to ensure integrity of P&L and Balance sheet for all programs.Maintain robust internal controls to ensure sound governance and compliance for all programs.Ensure safe-keeping, storage and inventory of financial and accounting records and monies.Lead budget preparation and budget management to ensure that resources are deployed to meet strategic goals, programmatic plans and contractual obligations.Responsible for the data collection and communication with the assigned auditor in the event of a Single AuditCoordinate the invoicing of all intergovernmental reimbursements when necessary.Prepare year end summaries of all Grant and Intergovernmental Revenue activity to ensure all revenues are properly recorded.Assist management in the preparation of special reports, analytical research and project implementation.Provide technical direction on invoice coding, journal entries and other transactions to accounting staff.Facilitate reporting with the Grant Manager for grant accountability for Federal and State agencies and all other entities through which grants are awarded.Authorize office checks, ACH’s and employees expense reimbursements.Oversee, analyze and approve month-end closing transactions and compliance requirements.Bank ReconciliationReconcile Credit Card ActivityVerification of revenue deposits and associated journal entries to record revenuesResponsible for the Raiser’s Edge reconciliationPayrollReview of bi-weekly payrolls to ensure accuracy prior to issuance and to provide additional oversight to strengthen internal controlsApprove and secure bi-weekly payrolls disbursements. Review staff changes, new hires, terminations as necessary. Show less

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  Washburn Center For Children

  May 2021 - May 2023

  Controller and Director of Finance
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  GrowCFO

  Jan 2023 - now

  Member
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  Raíces Sagradas Community Mental Health

  Mar 2023 - Jul 2024

  Executive Director

  Under the direction of the Board of Directors and working collaboratively with mental health providers, my Executive Director position plays a crucial role in translating Raíces Sagradas' vision and values into transformative action, as this Leadership role offers a unique opportunity to build on years of success providing treatment in culturally sensitive ways and working to shift the cultural stigma associated with mental health conditions and treatment in Latinx immigrant communities.

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  Neighborhood Development Alliance

  Jul 2024 - now

  Executive Director

  As NeDA’s Executive Director, my role is to lead the design of organizational structure, strategic planning, and program development, focusing on empowering underserved communities and building cross-cultural work environments. By forming community alliances, I aim to bring meaningful change for the Spanish-speaking community in the Twin Cities. My initiatives include culturally sensitive and bilingual outreach, research, grantmaking, resource allocation, reducing stigma, and encouraging people to seek help. Working with other community leaders and bring new ideas to life, building a stronger, more supportive community and positively impacting the lives of individuals and families. Show less