Therese Plaganas
Senior Accountant @Municipal Water District of Orange County
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Accountant @Municipal Water District of Orange County
Fixed Asset Ownership: Lead the tracking and accounting for district fixed assets, ensuring proper depreciation and compliance with capitalization policies.• Audit Preparation: Take ownership of assigned audit workpapers and schedules; coordinate directly with external auditors to facilitate the year-end review process for my specific areas.• Tax & Regulatory Compliance: Manage the timely filing of Sales and Use Tax returns and the annual 1099 reporting process; ensure all filings meet state and federal regulatory requirements.• Technical Reporting (OPEB): Reviewed complex actuarial reports regarding GASB 75 and drafted board memos and technical write-ups to clearly communicate the district\'s OPEB liabilities.• Budgetary Review: Assist in the annual budget process by reviewing expense entries submitted by department heads to ensure accuracy and alignment with budgetary guidelines.• Financial Operations and Expenses: Manage the Accounts Payable workflow, including check deposits and conservation rebates; oversee the processing of business expense reimbursements and district credit cards to ensure accuracy and policy compliance.• Operational Accuracy: Perform final-level review of timesheets to ensure precise coding and adherence to established work schedules and policies.• Mentorship & Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to accounting staff on daily operations and team workflows.
EDUCATION
Fullerton College
Associate's degree, Business
Cal State Fullerton, College of Business and Economics
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Accounting
ABOUT THERESE PLAGANAS
I am a Senior Accountant at the Municipal Water District of Orange County focused on financial accuracy and operational support. I take ownership of the district’s Fixed Asset accounting and and the preparation of assigned audit schedules, ensuring that my workpapers are accurate and audit-ready. I am dedicated to maintaining high standards in financial reporting and ensuring that departmental processes—from full-cycle Accounts Payable to final timesheet approvals—adhere to district policy and internal controls.I am committed to continuous professional growth and technical leadership. I enjoy taking on new departmental challenges that support the District\'s fiscal goals—such as modernizing financial policies and streamlining onboarding procedures—and value the opportunity to mentor staff accountants to ensure accuracy and efficiency in our team’s overall workflows.
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