Amanda Ray
Inventory Control/Accounts Receivable
Tulalip,WA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional specializing in inventory control and vendor reconciliation, ensuring accurate inventory levels while maintaining desired sales margins. Proficient in investigating invoice discrepancies and driving account reconciliation efforts to enhance financial accuracy. Currently completing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting to deepen expertise in accounts receivable and essential accounting practices. Committed to leveraging analytical skills and educational background to contribute effectively to organizational success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Control Specialist
River Rock Tobacco and Fuel
Arlington, WA
01.2020 - Current
- Implemented an internal inventory system and performed monthly audits to keep accurate record of incoming, and outgoing product.
- Delt with accounts payable, making sure that any cost discrepancies were addressed, and prices were raised to maintain a healthy sales margin.
- Prioritized tasks in order of importance to meet strict deadlines, so we received the necessary product for sale and business use.
- Created and maintained business relationships with Sales Representatives and business owners.
Lead Stocker
River Rock Tobacco and Fuel
Arlington, WA
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed employees by delegating tasks and monitoring completion, handling any potential issues.
- Communicated with upper management and the Inventory Control Specialist of any merchandise issues affecting sales to lower waste and save the company money.
- Used a handheld computer to scan in incoming merchandise, checking for accuracy.
Sales Associate
River Rock Tobacco and Fuel
Arlington, WA
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Dealt with hundred of customers per day and developed strong customer service skills.
- Handled large amounts of cash and reconciled my cash drawer at the end of my shift.
- Was trained in alcohol, tobacco, and fuel regulations.
- Utilized and learned an advanced POS system to keep track of product sales and customer counts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2027
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Granite Falls Highschool
Granite Falls, WA08.2011
Skills
- MS Office 365: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Service Station Computer Systems
- Cycle counting
- Inventory monitoring
- Records management
- Logistics planning
- Paperwork preparation
- Supply chain coordination
- Handheld scanner operation
- Cost control
- Audit support
- Attention to detail
- Data management
- Vendor management
- Inventory accounts reconciliation
- Regulatory compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Discrepancy investigation
- Invoice processing
- Time management
- Accounts reconciliation
- Transaction recording
- Data entry and management
- Invoice and payment processing
- Receivables management
- Month-end closing procedures
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved cost and inventory discrepancies, which led to accurate account reconciliation.
- Maintained desired inventory levels to avoid excessive business and opportunity costs.
- Performed Month-end procedures to double-check for accuracy.
- Built rapport with vendors to ensure the best outcome for our business.
- Maintained an audit trail.
Timeline
Inventory Control Specialist
River Rock Tobacco and Fuel
01.2020 - Current
Lead Stocker
River Rock Tobacco and Fuel
07.2017 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
River Rock Tobacco and Fuel
05.2015 - 07.2017
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Granite Falls Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Housekeeper- Jans Housekeeping | Everett, WA
- January 2014 – May 2015
- Built relationships with clients to alleviate any concern about having a housekeeper in their home.
- Immaculately cleaned and organized clients’ homes.
- Learned time-management skills.
- Club leader – Campfire USA | Everett, WA
- September 2011 – January 2014
- Planned and orchestrated activities for Housing hope families that aligned with the values of the Campfire organization.
- Taught CPR and babysitting basics to middle schools in the county.