Annette Torres-Ortiz
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Experienced Accounts Payable Specialist with a strong track record of managing vendor relationships and ensuring on-time payments. Skilled in maintaining meticulous financial records, and demonstrating resourcefulness in problem solving, committed to delivering consistent results, and improving payment processes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
South Texas Accelerated Research Therapeutics
San Antonio, Texas
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate accounts payable records and documentation for audits.
- Prepared vendor payments via check, wire transfer or ACH payment methods.
- Verified supplier accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
- Coded invoices with correct general ledger codes in accordance with standard procedures.
- Processed employee expense reports for reimbursement in compliance with corporate policies.
- Created new vendor profiles in the accounting system including setting up 1099 reporting requirements when applicable.
Medical Assistant
Methodist Healthcare
San Antonio, Texas
09.2020 - 10.2024
- Recorded patient histories and vital signs accurately during appointments.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Perform a treadmill stress test on patients.
- Place cardiac monitors.
- Schedule surgeries.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Accounts Payable Specialist
George Reed Construction
Modesto, California
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Processed accounts payable transactions in a timely manner according to established policies and procedures.
- Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices.
- Maintained accurate records of payments made to vendors.
- Assisted with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
- Provided support to the accounting team as needed during busy periods or special projects.
Senior Tax Accountant
H&r Block
Merced, California
10.2016 - 12.2018
- Prepared complex tax returns for individual clients.
- Utilized accounting software to streamline data entry and reporting processes.
- Reviewed tax returns to make recommendations regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities.
- Maintained detailed records of all transactions related to taxation matters.
Accounts Payable Administrator
Sensient Natural Ingredients
Turlock, California
10.2012 - 02.2017
- Processed vendor invoices using SAP and ensured timely payments.
- Managed vendor relationships to resolve payment inquiries and discrepancies.
- Generated weekly aged accounts payable report to analyze open balances due from vendors and suppliers.
- Prepared vendor payments via check, wire transfer or ACH payment methods.
- Processed employee expense reports for reimbursement in compliance with corporate policies.
- Coded invoices with correct general ledger codes in accordance with standard procedures.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closings to support accounting system accuracy.
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Foster Poultry Farms
Livingston, California
09.1998 - 05.2009
- Prepared weekly check runs for multiple entities.
- Checked that all vendors had submitted accurate and complete W-9 forms required for payments.
- Assisted with year-end 1099 reporting requirements.
- Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
- Performed special projects as assigned by Accounts Payable Manager or Controller.
- Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
- Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations, and billing codes for accuracy.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Gender Studies
Merced College
Merced, CASkills
- Invoice processing
- Accounts reconciliation
- Vendor relations
- Expense report management
- General ledger coding
- Data entry accuracy
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
South Texas Accelerated Research Therapeutics
09.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Methodist Healthcare
09.2020 - 10.2024
Accounts Payable Specialist
George Reed Construction
05.2018 - 12.2018
Senior Tax Accountant
H&r Block
10.2016 - 12.2018
Accounts Payable Administrator
Sensient Natural Ingredients
10.2012 - 02.2017
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Foster Poultry Farms
09.1998 - 05.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Gender Studies
Merced College