Losing belly inches as a short/petite girl?

Hey guys! I am a short (4'11") 117 pound girl and I am 23. I am trying to lose fat and build muscle, so not necessarily wanting to weigh less. Although losing a couple of pounds is probably okay at my height/weight. My fat tends to accumulate around my upper arms and tummy. I have been doing muscle workouts and cardio, and eating a relatively balanced diet with the occasional slip (I like beer