Leyla Montaña

Public accountant with over 15 years of experience in implementing development projects in Colombia, funded by both the United States government and the Colombian government through contracts and cooperative agreements with USAID and other agencies. Extensive expertise in overseeing administrative processes and financial management, including the preparation of monthly and year-end financial reports, encompassing general accounting books, accounts payable and receivable, cost accounting, asset accounting, and revenue recognition. Proficient in developing and managing annual budgets, payroll responsibilities, cash flow forecasting, bank relations, and bank reconciliations. Extensive experience in financial, management, and internal control audits, assessing business processes, identifying risks and controls, and preparing and issuing audit reports. A specialist in advising organizations receiving USAID resources on all aspects related to compliance with the standards governing the execution and reporting of federal funds.