Angela M. Rucker
Brighton,CO
Summary
Experienced finance professional prepared for role with strong background in all counts payable processes. Proficient in invoice processing, vendor management, and financial reporting tasks. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to changing priorities while consistently delivering results. Recognized for integrity, reliability, and keen eye for accuracy in financial operations. Detail-oriented Senior Accounts Payable Specialist offer+ years of expertise in the field. Proficient in coding invoices, preparing transfers and reconciling accounts. Pursuing a new professional challenge with room for advancement. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Offen petroleum Inc
Commerce City
07.2018 - 10.2024
- Processed a high volume of Accounts Payable invoices with precision and efficiency.
- Orchestrated freight billing and banking processes to optimize operational workflows.
- Contributed to special projects during the NetSuite implementation in 2022, significantly enhancing system functionality.
- Instituted a systematic approach for managing Freight Payables while providing weekly updates on Fuel Surcharge rates.
- Trained and mentored new Accounts Payable employees, promoting team development and knowledge sharing.
- Provided accounts payable expertise to managers and staff members.
- Performed regular account reconciliations with bank statements to validate financial transactions'' accuracy in accounting records.
- Prepared month-end accruals schedules for finance department review, ensuring proper recognition of expenses within reporting periods.
- Trained junior staff members on accounts payable best practices, fostering a cohesive and knowledgeable team environment.
- Provided support during audits, reconciling financial statements and supplying necessary documentation for review.
- Organized and maintained filing system for accounts payable documentation, ensuring easy access to relevant information when needed.
- Resolved complex payment issues through diligent research, clear communication with stakeholders, and timely escalation when needed.
- Improved cash flow management for the company by effectively monitoring and managing outstanding payables.
- Managed a high volume of invoices, ensuring accurate coding and prompt approval from relevant departments.
- Handled sensitive employee expense reimbursements in a discreet manner while adhering to established corporate policies regarding allowable expenditures.
- Maintained accurate vendor records by regularly updating contact information, banking details, and tax identification numbers as required.
- Checked W-9 forms for completeness and accuracy.
- Contributed to company-wide cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for early payment discounts or more favorable terms with vendors.
- Communicated with vendors to resolve discrepancies impeding payments.
- Reduced late payment fees by consistently meeting payment deadlines through efficient prioritization of invoices.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through timely communication and effective resolution of discrepancies in billing statements.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Accounts Payable Manager
Paramount Utility
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Oversaw all aspects of Accounts Payable and Purchasing processes, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- Championed the billing of customer invoices and supervised bank deposits to guarantee timely financial transactions.
Accounts Payable Processor
Ball Corp
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Executed Accounts Payable invoice processing in strict alignment with applicable tax laws.
- Delivered exemplary customer service and proficiently resolved account discrepancies and issues.
- Conducted regular reviews of outstanding invoices, identifying any potential overdue balances or discrepancies that needed attention.
- Collaborated with procurement team to ensure accurate tracking of purchase order approvals and receipt of goods.
- Reviewed potential duplicate payments prior to release, preventing overpayments and preserving company resources.
- Resolved vendor disputes efficiently, maintaining positive relationships and minimizing late fees.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westminster High School
Westminster, CO05.1985
Skills
- Credit card reconciliation
- Purchase order management
- ERP system expertise
- Invoice processing
- Payment processing
- Workflow coordination
- Audit support
- 1099 preparation
- GAAP
- Internal controls
- Vendor relationship management
- Tax compliance
- Vendor management
- Disbursement control
- Accounts payable processes
- Reviewing open payables
- Month-end closing
- Accounts payable management
- AP operational expertise
- Check run preparation
- Evaluating open accounts
- Problem resolution
- Payment scheduling
- Data entry
- Statement reconciliation
- ERP systems proficiency
- Process improvement
- Report preparation
- Quickbooks
- GAAP principles
- Payment coding
- Organization skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Journal entries
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Proactive and Self-motivated
- Creative problem solving
- Decision-making
- Accounts receivable
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft office
- Cross-trained in AR
- Precision and accuracy
Timeline
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Offen petroleum Inc
07.2018 - 10.2024
Accounts Payable Manager
Paramount Utility
01.2017 - 04.2018
Accounts Payable Processor
Ball Corp
01.2010 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Westminster High School