Erika Alban
Accounting and Finance Professional
About Me
Detail-oriented finance professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and diverse experience in bookkeeping, financial analysis, and client relationship management, currently pursuing a Master’s in Accounting at Brooklyn College with plans to obtain CPA certification. Proven track record in financial record-keeping, compliance management, and cross-functional collaboration through roles in construction, consulting, and financial services. Strong analytical skills combined with hands-on experience in ERP systems (Sage 300), financial reporting, and client billing. Seeking accounting internships and entry-level opportunities to apply academic knowledge while building expertise in public accounting, auditing, and financial analysis.
Billiards
Love spending evenings perfecting my pool game
Cooking
Experimenting with new recipes and cuisines
Fitness
Staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle
Traveling
Exploring new places and experiencing different cultures
Skills
Accounting Skills
- Bookkeeping and reconciliations
- Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Billing, invoicing, and collections
- Financial reporting and variance analysis
- Compliance documentation and audit support
- Budgeting and forecasting
- ERP/accounting systems: Sage 300, QuickBooks
- Excel: pivot tables, lookups, and advanced formulas
Technical Skills
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- React.js
- Python
- Git & GitHub
- AWS
- Linux
- Terraform
- Markdown
- VSCode
- Vim
Languages
- English (Native)
- Spanish (Native)
- German (Limited Working)
Certifications
SheCodes React
In Progress
Projects
Infrastructure as Code Portfolio Website
Implemented infrastructure as code to deploy and manage this portfolio website using AWS and Terraform.
- Deployed static website using AWS S3 and configured for web hosting
- Implemented infrastructure as code using Terraform
- Configured S3 bucket policies for secure hosting and set up DNS through Cloudflare
- Created shell script to automate file uploads to S3 bucket
Portfolio Website
A modern, responsive portfolio website built from scratch to showcase my projects and skills.
- Built with HTML5, CSS3, and vanilla JavaScript
- Implemented responsive design principles
- Features mobile-first approach with hamburger menu
- Optimized for performance and accessibility
Bergen Billiards Website
A modern, responsive website for Bergen Billiards, a premier billiards destination in Palisades Park, NJ.
- Built with HTML5, CSS3, and vanilla JavaScript
- Implemented responsive design for all devices
- Features event calendar and league information
- Includes pro shop and contact information