Detail-oriented Senior Accountant focused on improving company financial operations and streamlining processes using effective leadership, planning and decision-making abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
DMS
02.2020 - Current
Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
Ensured regulatory compliance with GAAP standards by staying current on updates and integrating changes into accounting practices as needed.
Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
Accountant
Skyworks Solutions
03.2019 - 02.2020
Reviewed over 2000 vendor invoices monthly for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
Accountant
United Health Group - Optum Health
09.2017 - 12.2018
Worked out of Salesforce and Oracle to set up new vendors, placed stop payments, and reissued checks.
Created new invoices through v-look ups and pivot tables.
Extensive use of excel.
Calculated quarterly pharmaceutical reimbursements for over 2000 clients.
Took care of vendor inquiries by email and phone.
Accountant
Revolve Clothing
06.2016 - 08.2017
Received vendor invoices, validated for accuracy and routed for approval to prepare for payment processing.
Processed daily invoices, check requests and wire transfers of foreign and domestic currency.
Researched and resolved invoice and payment issues for internal employees and external vendors.
Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
Improved payment accuracy with meticulous invoice review and reconciliation efforts.
Accounts Payable Accountant
John's Incredible Pizza Co
05.2015 - 04.2016
Conducted full cycle Accounts Payable by reviewing purchase orders, matching them with invoices, and packing slips.
Ran aging reports, printed checks weekly, paying vendors in a timely manner.
Made utility payments through company websites and paid rent on eleven properties.
Set up new vendors, and helped train new employees.
Reviewed use/sales tax for accuracy, and paid BOE taxes in a timely fashion.
Reconciled food and beverage deliveries from Sysco.
Maintained strong working knowledge of tax regulations applicable to accounts payable activities, ensuring compliance at all times.
Managed high volume invoice processing while maintaining a low error rate through meticulous attention to detail.
Improved vendor relationships through timely payments and prompt resolution of discrepancies.
Supported month-end closing procedures with accurate account reconciliations and necessary adjustments.
Processed employee expense reimbursements, verifying accuracy of submitted documentation against company policies before approval.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Byram Healthcare
11.2012 - 03.2015
Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
Managed high-volume workloads while maintaining a high level of accuracy on all submitted authorizations, showcasing strong attention to detail.
Assisted in training new Authorization Representatives, sharing best practices to enhance overall team performance.
Conducted thorough reviews of medical documentation for accuracy and compliance before submitting authorization requests.
Received patient type change notification and took action necessary to meet third-party payer care and coverage guidelines.
Offered patients and physician offices estimated costs for services documentation.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Apria Healthcare Services
08.2006 - 12.2011
Saved Patient refund data entry by 90% by taking initiative and recommending that we upload all patient information into system instead on manually entering data.
Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
Matched and mailed checks with proper backup.
Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration in Accounting
California State University Long Beach
Skills
Accounts payable and receivable
Fixed assets review
Data management
Budget preparation
Bank and Credit Card reconciliation
Accounting oversight
Journal updating
Financial Reporting
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Variance Analysis
Fixed Asset Accounting
Expertise in Quickbooks, MS Office, Great Plains, JD Edwards
Expense Tracking
Revenue Recognition
Healthcare Accounting
Balance sheets and Income statements
Timeline
Senior Accountant
DMS
02.2020 - Current
Accountant
Skyworks Solutions
03.2019 - 02.2020
Accountant
United Health Group - Optum Health
09.2017 - 12.2018
Accountant
Revolve Clothing
06.2016 - 08.2017
Accounts Payable Accountant
John's Incredible Pizza Co
05.2015 - 04.2016
Accounts Payable Specialist
Byram Healthcare
11.2012 - 03.2015
Accounts Payable Specialist
Apria Healthcare Services
08.2006 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration in Accounting