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KIM S. SERRETTE

KIM S. SERRETTE

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

A highly accomplished and purposeful leader with a proven track record of success in financial management, seeking a challenging leadership position to leverage exceptional skills and extensive experience to drive strategic initiatives, inspire teams, and achieve outstanding business results.

An analytical, detail-oriented, and highly dependable professional with over 20 years of experience in financial management. Demonstrates expertise in accounts payable, bank reconciliation, bookkeeping, billing, and collections. Combines strong organizational and communication abilities with exceptional leadership qualities to drive efficiency, ensure compliance, and deliver measurable results.

Expert in export controls and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations and mitigating risks. Proficient in various software and tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, ARIBA, JIRA, OCR, ACH, and Business Intelligence Systems. Recognized as a Staff Equity and Inclusion Council Alumni, contributing actively to fostering diversity and inclusion within organizations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager, Accounts Payable

Weill Cornell Medical College
07.2024 - Current
  • Lead a team of 6 Accounts Payable staff members, managing all payment processing functions to ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors, including employee travel and reimbursement payments
  • Oversee the annual 1099 reporting process, ensuring compliance and precision in vendor tax filings
  • Provide effective customer service and communication, working closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve invoice, payment, and reimbursement issues
  • Lead initiatives for improving accounts payable processes, collaborating with Procurement to enhance communication, streamline procedures, and improve overall efficiency
  • Perform special projects and duties assigned by the Controller, contributing to department strategy, and driving key initiatives for accounts payable improvements
  • Review and monitor accounts payable activities for compliance with internal controls, identifying and implementing changes to strengthen controls and increase department efficiency
  • Managed $30 million in monthly payments, ensuring on-time releases, and improving cash flow management
  • Provide leadership and support for new accounts payable initiatives, continuously identifying opportunities for process improvements

Supervisor, A/P Vendor & Travel Reimbursement

Weill Cornell Medical College
01.2022 - 06.2024
  • Supervise a team responsible for processing accounts payable, vendor management, and travel reimbursement
  • Led a team of employees, resulting in a 20% increase in productivity and efficiency
  • Conducted audits and processed an average of 200 Travel & Entertainment Reimbursement requests per month, achieving a 98% compliance rate with policies and export control regulations
  • Provided guidelines on travel policy interpretation, leading to a 15% reduction in reimbursement errors
  • Developed and implemented policies for Travel & Entertainment Reimbursements, leading informative training sessions for 100+ employees
  • Prepared annual reimbursement reports for internal auditors, ensuring accuracy and compliance with export control regulations
  • Maintained vendor master file and performed audits, achieving an 85% accuracy rate in vendor data and policy adherence
  • Demonstrated exemplary leadership by creating and maintaining vendor files within SAP and SRM systems, ensuring seamless operations for 3,000+ vendors
  • Identified and mitigated vendor risks, resulting in a 20% reduction in compliance risks associated with export control laws and regulations
  • Ensured accurate 1099 reporting by performing annual reviews on active vendors in SAP
  • Managed monthly payments for leased commercial and residential properties totaling $500,000
  • Audited and registered an average of 50 new vendors in the ARIBA system monthly, streamlining the onboarding process by 30%
  • Managed void and stop payments, investigated fraud checks, and reconciled discrepancies, resolving issues with a 95% accuracy rate
  • Processed wire and ACH payments and performed monthly reconciliation

Senior Accounting Specialist

Weill Cornell Medical College
01.2007 - 01.2022
  • Expertly arranged complex travel plans and itineraries, including travel-related meetings, resulting in a 15% reduction in travel-related expenses
  • Collaborated with internal and external auditors, promptly responding to requests, and ensuring compliance with State and University policies, resulting in zero compliance issues during audits
  • Orchestrated payments for residential and commercial spaces, minimizing delays and maintaining positive relationships with 30+ vendors
  • Processed various invoice types for payment in SAP, maintaining accuracy and timeliness
  • Maintain vendor master file and perform audits to ensure policy adherence and compliance
  • Ensured accurate financial reporting by inputting journal entries into the General Ledger System and reconciling bank statements
  • Reconciled and balance procurement card for Finance Department with a 100% reconciliation rate
  • Implemented robust record retention and financial management practices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and reducing record retrieval time by 20%
  • Investigated payment-related issues and prepared comprehensive financial reports, providing valuable insights for decision-making, and improving financial processes

Accounting Assistant

Weill Cornell Medical College
01.1998 - 01.2007
  • Managed petty cash transactions with an accuracy rate of 98%
  • Ensured accurate payments and records for 100+ vendors
  • Processed invoices and purchase orders with a 95% on-time processing rate
  • Coordinated rent payments for 50+ properties, maintaining timely payments and reducing late fees by 15%
  • Assisted in A/P check processing, achieving a 99% error-free processing rate
  • Monitored accounts aging report and reduced outstanding balances by 10%
  • Reconciled monthly bank statements with a 100% reconciliation rate

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

SUNY Canton
New York, NY

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Empire State University
New York
12-2025

Skills

  • Strategic Thinking and Analysis
  • Effective Communication (Internal/External)
  • Exceptional Interpersonal Skills
  • Forward-Thinking and Innovative
  • Team Leadership and Collaboration
  • Strong Presentation Skills
  • SAP
  • ARIBA
  • OCR
  • Business Intelligence System
  • Process Improvement and Optimization
  • Customer Satisfaction and Relationship Building
  • Business Development and Growth
  • Diplomacy and Flexibility
  • Technical Documentation and Reporting
  • Export Controls and Compliance

Affiliations

  • Staff Equity and Inclusion Council Alumni
  • Staff Equity and Inclusion Council
  • SEIC Sub-Committee Member Engagement

Certification

  • IRS Form 1099 Reporting
  • Professionalism and Diplomacy
  • Accounts Payable Accredited
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Developing Self-Awareness
  • Workplace Fundamental
  • Business Orientation: Strategic Organizational Goals
  • Leadership Transitions: Moving into Senior Leadership

Timeline

Manager, Accounts Payable

Weill Cornell Medical College
07.2024 - Current

Supervisor, A/P Vendor & Travel Reimbursement

Weill Cornell Medical College
01.2022 - 06.2024

Senior Accounting Specialist

Weill Cornell Medical College
01.2007 - 01.2022

Accounting Assistant

Weill Cornell Medical College
01.1998 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

SUNY Canton

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Empire State University

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