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Angela R. Buffington
Accounts Payable Specialist
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
Accomplished financial systems leader with a proven track record of managing internal accounting processes, enhancing controls, and optimizing system performance. Skilled in all facets of accounting, from accounts payable/receivable to budget administration and payroll. Recognized for building and leading high-performing teams that deliver consistent, accurate results while ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards. Extensive expertise in accounts payable operations, including invoice processing and vendor management, known for meticulous attention to detail and meeting deadlines consistently. Collaborative team player excelling in adapting to evolving priorities and maintaining financial accuracy at all times.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
Aero Star Aviation
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Implemented strategic initiatives to streamline payment workflows and reduce errors.
- Mentored junior staff in accounts payable procedures and best practices.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve vendor relationships.
- Led process improvements to enhance invoice processing efficiency and accuracy.
- Conducted thorough analysis of aged payables reports to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions to management.
- Assisted in the development of a comprehensive accounts payable policy to establish standardized procedures across the organization.
- Checked W-9 forms for completeness and accuracy.
- Processed and validated vendor invoices with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Analyzed discrepancies in accounts payable records, resolving issues promptly.
- Coordinated payment schedules to optimize cash flow management.
- Ensured compliance with financial policies during audits and internal reviews.
- 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.
- Reduced outstanding accounts payable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment terms.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Uniden
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Manage accounting activities to ensure compliance with accounting principles, policies, and external audits using MS Excel Sheet
- Responsible for maintaining weekly deposits and checks runs
- Processed accounts payable transactions and ensured all vendor bills were paid accurately through NetSuite and Ramp Applications
- Processed up to 300+ Invoices weekly
- Processed vendor invoices with attention to detail, ensuring timely payments and accurate accounting records.
- Assisted in month-end close activities, contributing to accurate financial reporting and analysis.
- Maintained organized records of invoices and payment documentation for audit compliance.
- Checked W-9 forms for completeness and accuracy.
- Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing automated invoice processing and payment systems.
- Improved cash flow management for the company by effectively monitoring and managing outstanding payables.
- Provided support during audits, reconciling financial statements and supplying necessary documentation for review.
- Maintained accurate vendor records by regularly updating contact information, banking details, and tax identification numbers as required.
- Collaborated with procurement team to ensure accuracy in purchase orders, contracts, and pricing agreements with vendors.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through timely communication and effective resolution of discrepancies in billing statements.
- Communicated with vendors to resolve discrepancies impeding payments.
- Prepared month-end accruals schedules for finance department review, ensuring proper recognition of expenses within reporting periods.
- Processed payroll for over 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments.
Accountant Clerk
Ameriflight
07.2017 - 10.2023
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy, preparing monthly financial statements and supporting documentation for management review.
- Ensured timely payments to vendors with diligent invoice processing and proactive communication.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and addressing inquiries regarding billing or account balances.
- Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough audits and reconciling discrepancies in accounting records.
- Supported annual audit processes by preparing necessary schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for external auditors'' review.
- Reduced errors in data entry through careful verification of transactions and regular reconciliation of accounts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of accounting functions within business operations.
- Ensured accuracy in inventory valuation through consistent monitoring and reconciliation of physical counts with accounting records.
- Supported tax preparation efforts, gathering necessary documentation and maintaining accurate records throughout the year.
- Provided training and guidance to junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Accounting Clerk
Chuck E Cheese/Robert Half
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Processed invoices and payment discrepancies to ensure timely financial transactions.
- Assisted with monthly reconciliations to confirm account accuracy and integrity.
- Maintained accurate records of accounts payable and receivable using accounting software.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and making timely adjustments.
- Increased efficiency in the accounts payable process by implementing electronic invoicing systems for vendors.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely payments and accurate recordkeeping.
- Managed accounts payable and property settlement accounts.
- Optimized accounts payable processes by negotiating favorable payment terms with vendors, improving working capital efficiency.
- Ensured accurate financial record-keeping through diligent reconciliation of accounts payable/receivable transactions.
- Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing automated systems and reducing manual data entry.
- Streamlined accounts payable processes, ensuring prompt payment of vendor invoices while avoiding late fees or penalties.
Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Conway Freight
12.2006 - 10.2015
- Managed invoicing and billing processes to ensure timely payments.
- Reconciled accounts and resolved discrepancies in customer transactions.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to enhance collections.
- Implemented process improvements to increase efficiency in accounts receivable workflows.
- Analyzed aging reports to prioritize collection efforts and minimize overdue accounts.
- Supported month-end closing procedures by reconciling accounts receivable ledgers and preparing aging reports for management review.
- Improved invoice accuracy by thoroughly reviewing billing data before issuing final statements.
- Expedited payment collection with timely submission of invoices and proactive communication with clients.
- Partnered with cross-functional departments to resolve discrepancies in customer accounts, promoting a cohesive work environment.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients by providing exceptional service in addressing inquiries regarding account balances or payment issues.
- Reduced outstanding debts through consistent follow-up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment plans.
- Conducted regular audits of customer accounts to ensure accuracy, identifying potential errors or inconsistencies for correction.
- Reduced manual data entry errors by implementing a robust system for importing transaction information from external sources.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Improved internal controls surrounding revenue recognition through diligent application of GAAP principles in recording transactions.
- Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Completed daily process adjustments to maintain accuracy.
- Verified discrepancies and resolved clients' billing issues
- Reconciled daily AR ledger and verified proper posting.
Cash Applications Clerk
Bimbo Bakeries USA c/o Global
12.2005 - 03.2006
- Efficiently processed payments for customers
- Quickly research and resolve problems with Lockbox
- Accurately analyzed open account items
- Offered exceptional customer Service
- Productive processed collections
- Properly sort and distribute mail
- Executed daily running reports
Cash Application (Lead)
FFE Transportation
11.2000 - 11.2005
- Managed account receivable, payable, and cash applications
- Supervised six employees
- Closed out general ledger on monthly basis
- Maintained all write-offs
- Maintained all chargebacks, RTMs, refunds and adjustments
- Implement and operate computerized cash application department
- Managed company Lockbox
Education
Diploma -
ATI Business School
Business and Accounting
Texas Christian University
Ft. Worth, TexasSkills
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounts Receivable
- Auditing
- Journaling
- Accounts Payable
- Oracle
- Microsoft Office
- Cash Application
- Closing
- Invoicing
- Billing
- QuickBooks
- Logistics
- Freight
- As400
- Data Entry
- Writer
- Purchasing
- Claims
- Accounting
- Payroll
- Payment processing
- Entry verification
- Data inputting
- Vendor relations
- Invoice processing
- Account reconciliation
- Quickbooks
- Accounts payable auditing
- Expense tracking
- Bank reconciliations
- Statement reconciliation
- Statement review
- Vendor relationship management
- Data entry
- Payment scheduling
- ERP systems proficiency
- Transaction reviewing
- Payroll processing
- Credit card reconciliation
- Report preparation
- Electronic payments
- Financial reporting
- Financial research
- Purchase order management
- Problem resolution
- Entry recording
- Payment coding
- Transaction verification
- Month-end closing
- Account reviewing
- Vendor engagement
- Account resolution
- Microsoft office
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Data entry and 10-key
- Proactive and Self-motivated
- Bookkeeping support
- Bill payment and recordkeeping
- Purchase orders
- Expense reports
- Customer relations
- Time management
- Vendor relationships
- Bank reconciliation
- Financial software
- Handling confidential materials
- Document coding and classification
- Attention to detail
- Information gathering and analysis
- SAP
- Payroll preparation and processing
- Account auditing
Accomplishments
- Accurately processed over 1,000 invoices monthly, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Reduced invoice processing time by 25% through automation and workflow improvement.
- Reconciled vendor statements and resolved discrepancies quickly, reducing past-due accounts by 20%.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with over 200 key vendors.
- Trained and supervised a team of 5 junior accounts payable clerks.
- Successfully negotiated payment terms with vendors, saving the company $50,000 annually.
- Managed a monthly accounts payable ledger worth over $2 million.
- Streamlined approval processes for expense reports, reducing processing time by 15%.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations.
- Improved cash flow management by optimizing the payment schedule.
- Maintained an error rate of less than 1% in all accounts payable transactions.
- Assisted in transitioning to a paperless invoicing system, reducing physical storage needs by 40%.
- Coordinated with the finance team to prepare monthly financial reports.
- Monitored accounts to ensure timely payments and applied penalties for overdue invoices.
- Successfully handled vendor queries and resolved all issues within 24 hours.
- Analyzed accounts payable data to detect and correct billing errors.
- Processed expense reimbursements for over 300 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Special Group
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
Locations
Ft. Worth, Ft. Worth, TX
Affiliations
- Trinity River Blues Society
Interests
Work Preference
Work Type
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Software
Microsoft Office
Quickbook
Ramp
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Websites
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
Aero Star Aviation
03.2024 - 06.2025
Accounts Payable Specialist
Uniden
10.2023 - 03.2024
Accountant Clerk
Ameriflight
07.2017 - 10.2023
Accounting Clerk
Chuck E Cheese/Robert Half
08.2015 - 07.2017
Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Conway Freight
12.2006 - 10.2015
Cash Applications Clerk
Bimbo Bakeries USA c/o Global
12.2005 - 03.2006
Cash Application (Lead)
FFE Transportation
11.2000 - 11.2005
Business and Accounting
Texas Christian University
Diploma -
ATI Business School
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