Latarsha Valyan
About Latarsha Valyan
Latarsha Valyan is an Accounting Analyst at Centerpoint Energy in Houston, Texas, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in various accounting roles within the company, including Revenue Specialist and Accounting Specialist, and holds a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance from Keller Graduate School of Management.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Latarsha Valyan has been an Accounting Analyst at CenterPoint Energy since 2016, contributing to the company for eight years in Houston, Texas. Prior to her current role, she held multiple positions within the organization, including Revenue Specialist from 2006 to 2011, Accounting Specialist from 2011 to 2016, and Financial Transaction Processor from 2000 to 2006. Her extensive experience at CenterPoint Energy showcases her deep understanding of the company's financial processes and operations.
Education and Expertise
Latarsha Valyan earned a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance from Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University, completing her studies from 2016 to 2018. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary to excel in her accounting roles. Her expertise includes handling payment discrepancies, reconciling accounts receivable general ledger accounts in SAP, and preparing sales tax reports for the Tax department.
Background
Latarsha Valyan has a long-standing career in accounting, primarily at CenterPoint Energy. Her professional journey began in 2000 as a Financial Transaction Processor, where she worked for six years. She then transitioned to the role of Accounting Specialist, followed by a position as Revenue Specialist. This progression reflects her commitment to the field and her ability to adapt to various financial roles within the same organization.
Achievements
In her current role as Accounting Analyst, Latarsha Valyan is involved in significant projects such as Blackline Testing and Parallel Testing for Endur projects. She is responsible for creating daily cash reports by pulling cash receipts from the bank website and applying payments to the appropriate database. Additionally, she plays a key role in the identification and resolution of payment discrepancies, showcasing her attention to detail and problem-solving skills.