Ann Barry
Auburn
Summary
Experienced with processing and reconciling invoices and payments. Uses effective vendor management to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions. Knowledge of accounting software and compliance standards, ensuring efficient and accurate accounts payable operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Bilstein Cold Rolled Steel
12.2021 - Current
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries and resolving disputes.
- Coordinated with other departments as needed for approval or clarification on invoiced items, promoting effective cross-functional collaboration throughout the organization.
- Processed check disbursements
- Maintained strong working relationships with suppliers, fostering a positive rapport that facilitated smooth communication channels during negotiations or issue resolution efforts.
- Reviewed open purchase orders for integrity, accuracy and completeness of vendor information.
- Facilitated timely payments by monitoring accounts payable aging reports and prioritizing high-risk items.
- Supported audit processes, gathering necessary documentation to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing an efficient filing system.
- Collaborated with the purchasing department for seamless order-to-payment processes.
- Reduced manual data entry errors through implementation of automated invoice processing software.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvement within the accounts payable department.
- Provided regular updates on outstanding invoices to management, enabling informed decision-making regarding cash flow management strategies.
- Ensured accuracy of financial records by identifying and correcting discrepancies in invoices and purchase orders.
- Reduced processing errors, implementing double-check system for all outgoing payments.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Assisted with month-end closing tasks, ensuring timely completion of financial statements.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
New Mather Metals
06.2015 - 12.2021
- Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue payments.
- Supported month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts, preparing reports, and analyzing trends in account performance.
- Ensured the accuracy of customer records in internal systems by updating contact information, payment terms, and other relevant data as needed.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by working closely with colleagues across departments to ensure efficient information exchange and collaboration on financial matters.
- Enhanced cash flow by ensuring timely invoicing, payment application, and account reconciliation.
- Reviewed accounts on monthly basis to assess aging and pursue collection of funds.
- Followed up overdue payments and payment plans from clients to establish good cash flow.
- Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to verify payments and resolve variances.
- Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
- Streamlined invoice processing to reduce payment turnaround time, implementing efficient tracking systems.
- Ensured timely collection of payments by following up on outstanding invoices and negotiating with delinquent accounts.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
Customer Service Lead
US Bank Home Mortgage
06.2004 - 06.2015
- Resolved customer service issues using company processes and policies and provided updates to customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing timely solutions.
- Trained, oversaw, and mentored new team members to strengthen performance and job expertise.
- Handled escalated customer complaints professionally, ensuring prompt resolution and follow-up actions were taken as necessary.
- Supervised day-to-day customer service operations to provide staff with guidance and drive productivity.
- Managed high call volumes while maintaining a professional demeanor, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
- Organized regular team meetings to share best practices, driving continuous improvement within the department.
- Reviewed associate performance to identify training needs.
- Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback.
Education
Professional Studies
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TNSkills
- Data organization
- Accounts payable software
- Month-end closings
- Bill auditing
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounts receivable
- Accurate payment posting
- Payment posting
- Account reconciliation
- Month-end closing procedures
- Strong client relations skills
- Process improvements
Timeline
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Bilstein Cold Rolled Steel
12.2021 - Current
Accounts Receivable Specialist
New Mather Metals
06.2015 - 12.2021
Customer Service Lead
US Bank Home Mortgage
06.2004 - 06.2015
Professional Studies
Austin Peay State University
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