Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Assistant
The Poetry Foundation
10.2022 - 10.2024
Process various invoices and contracts for the finance team and Foundation at large, including setting up vendors in Stampli to ensure vendors, contributors, and partners are paid in a timely manner.
Perform all activities related to the accounts payable function, including monitoring the accounts payable email/inbox, W9.s, verifying, reviewing, coding, and processing invoices.
Process vendor setups by inviting new vendors to Stampli Onboarding Portal.
Troubleshoot errors related to invoice processing, including failed payments. Sage export errors, and incomplete vendor onboarding/information.
Prepare and update 1042 tracking document for international payees.
Assist with gathering invoice-related data for annual audits and compliance reviews.
Perform administrative tasks such as ordering supplies, opening and distributing mail.
Utilize and monitor forms in Google Drive.
Route electronic documents for signature via DocuSign.
Skills: Microsoft Excel
Stampli
QuickBooks
Sage Intacct
Concur
W8BEN
W8BEN-E
1099/Withholding
Google Drive
Accounts Payable Specialist
American College of Surgeons
10.2018 - 01.2020
Process invoices into the accounts payable Microsoft Dynamics Navigator (NAV) system.
Confirm account coding, approval, vendor name and address.
Confirm 1099 coding and W2 on file for applicable vendors.
Review weekly aging reports for checks, ACH and wires for accuracy.
Review checks and assemble to documents prior to various management signatures.
Mail checks and enter on log.
Void and reissue checks.
Update and maintain vendor database.
Audit and verify expenses reports, demonstrate ability to process and follow-up on rush items.
Assist with the annual 1099 reporting process.
File, photocopy and scan requested documents and other data entry and administrative duties as assigned.
Skills: Microsoft Dynamics NAV
1099/Withholding
Expense Reports
Accounts Payable Processor
TTX Company
07.2017 - 04.2018
Reviewed and processed 80+ invoices, non-PO invoices and purchases orders daily.
Utilized Esker application software and SAP system to access vendor line items, display purchase order reverse document, clear vendor and cancel invoice documents.
Reviewed invoice details which include invoice number, date, address, amount, etc.
Accurately entered description, cost center, General Ledger account, tax code/amount and freight.
Processed Workflow to ensure that document is sent to appropriate authority for approval.
Downloaded document to PO Creator when line items didn’t match for revision.
Maintained CRB Invoice Batch databases while splitting, approving and processing invoices in queue.
Skills: Esker
SAP ERP
General Ledger
Workflow
Accounts Payable Clerk
Urban Partnership Bank
12.2014 - 11.2016
Reviewed, data stamp, coded and distributed mail internally and externally.
Processed A/P invoices in Prologue Financial Accounting Application to ensure proper approval and monitored the accounts payable email/inbox.
Made sure that proper General Ledger codes were on all invoices, purchase orders and expense reports.
Scanned numerous invoices and expense reports in Director Client Application for record retention and retrieval.
Retrieved loan numbers on various invoices in Navigator 8 Application.
Entered new and problem loan invoices with different entities: CML, SFH etc.
Audited General Ledger Reports for accuracy prior to checks being processed.
Reviewed and printed A/P Posting Distribution and Detail Summary Reports after payable have been entered Prologue Financial Accounting.
Retrieved collection costs or legal fees from Excel Master File for payoff letters.
Skills: Prologue Financial Accounting Application
Director Client Application
Navigator 8 Application
CML
SFH
General Ledger
Accounts Payable Clerk
Rotary International
01.2001 - 08.2013
Reviewed and distributed A/P mail.
Processed numerous invoices and purchase orders in PeopleSoft.
Ensured that proper authorization, documentation and approval on invoices, purchase orders and expense reports.
Identified business unit, currency and payment method on invoices, purchase orders and expense reports.
Managed pay cycles, check runs and distributions.
Assisted co-workers with other duties when necessary.
Processed high volume accounts payable and numerous expense reports in PeopleSoft Accounting Software.
Communicated with vendors regarding discrepancies, resolutions and payment.
Provided timely responses to inquiries from customers, vendors and staff.
Assisted with special projects as requested.
Maintained vendor W9 forms.
Responsible for new vendor set-ups and vendor add/change approvals.
Processed ACH payments and wire transfers.
Handled modifications to existing vendors, while maintaining accuracy of new vendors, including TIN verification.
Entered domestic and foreign currencies in PeopleSoft Accounting via ACH/EFT and wire transfers.
Ensured that charitable/grant payments are entered accurately with minimum return payments.
Identified business unit, currency and payment method on invoices, purchase orders and expense reports.
Scanned and housed W9’s, 1099’s and W8 forms.
Skills: Peoplesoft Oracle Queries
Purchase Orders
Pay Cycles
PeopleSoft Accounting Software
1099/Withholding
Microsoft Excel
Grant Invoices
Foreign Currencies
Expense Reports
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
Skills
Microsoft Office proficiency
Facilitated management of invoices, 1099 and purchase orders procedures
Multi-tasking abilities
Attention to detail in financial processes
Communication proficiency across mediums
Problem-solving capabilities in finance-related issues
Strong organizational skills
Expertise in ERP systems and compliance regulations
Professional conduct in all interactions
Goal-setting strategies for performance improvement
Interpersonal skills for effective collaboration
Expense report processing
Review aging reports for accuracy
Void and reissue checks
Ensured verification of coding, ACH and wire transfers