ARELIS ORTIZ
Labelle,FL
Summary
Highly skilled and detail-oriented accounting professional with extensive experience in accounts receivable, financial reporting, and cash application processes. Proven ability to analyze and improve financial procedures, manage high-volume transactions, and maintain compliance with data privacy regulations. Adept at collaborating with clients and internal teams to resolve complex financial discrepancies and ensure accurate account management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Finance Coordinator
Ascensus
Remote
02.2022 - Current
- Evaluated and refined A/R and cash application procedures to ensure accurate allocation of received funds to customer accounts, minimizing errors and rework
- Secured sensitive data to prevent unauthorized access and maintained compliance with privacy regulations
- Executed the processing and posting of payments, including cash, checks, and credit card transactions, in line with established financial protocols
- Partnered with clients and internal teams to address account discrepancies and manage inquiries related to revenue sharing and cash flow
- Supported reclassification efforts and general ledger adjustments, working closely with financial reporting teams
- Conducted weekly and monthly reconciliations of cash records against the Corporate Cash Model to ensure accuracy
- Managed division lockbox transfers, processed credit card batches, ACH files, and facilitated client refunds
- Played a key role in the monthly A/R and cash application close processes, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
- Reconciled high-volume accounts, collaborating with other departments to reduce overdue balances
- Kept meticulous records and regularly updated aging reports following thorough daily audits.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Advance Auto Parts
Remote
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Oversaw A/R operations, ensuring timely and accurate payment application and the resolution of discrepancies
- Carried out daily A/R balance reconciliations, ensuring they were aligned with the general ledger
- Worked with internal teams to resolve customer billing issues and payment discrepancies
- Maintained detailed documentation and provided regular financial reporting to management.
Accounts Administrator
Lipman Family Farms
Immokalee
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Supported A/R processes including cash application and customer account reconciliation
- Processed and posted payments, adhering to company policies and financial procedures
- Assisted with the monthly financial close process by preparing reports and necessary documentation
- Managed large volumes of transactions and ensured financial records were well-organized and accurate.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Always Forwarding
New York
03.2014 - 05.2018
- Managed all aspects of A/R, from invoice generation to payment application and account reconciliation
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved payment discrepancies in a timely manner
- Assisted in developing and implementing improved A/R processes to enhance operational efficiency
- Maintained detailed records of all financial transactions and prepared regular financial reports.
Skills
- Accounts Receivable Optimization
- Cash Application & Financial Reconciliation
- General Ledger Adjustments & Reclassification
- Data Security & Compliance
- Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Problem-Solving & Process Enhancement
- Customer Relations & Account Management
- Financial Documentation & Recordkeeping
Timeline
Sr Finance Coordinator
Ascensus
02.2022 - Current
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Advance Auto Parts
07.2021 - 11.2021
Accounts Administrator
Lipman Family Farms
08.2018 - 06.2021
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Always Forwarding
03.2014 - 05.2018