Ashley Jackson
WoodRidge
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
P-Value Communications
Cedar Knolls
08.2023 - Current
- Analyzed and processed high-volume accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payment schedules through ACH, wire, and check disbursements via NetSuite.
- Performed detailed reconciliations for credit cards, travel expenditures, and project accounts to support accurate financial reporting and variance analysis.
- Prepared and reviewed honoraria payments and associated reports, maintaining data integrity and audit readiness.
- Resolved invoice discrepancies and vendor issues, collaborating cross-functionally to streamline processes and improve payment accuracy.
- Ensured financial accuracy by conducting account reviews and implementing internal controls to support monthly and quarterly close activities.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and advanced formulas) to analyze financial data, track expenses, and support forecasting.
- Ensured compliance with internal controls and payment schedules while preparing honoraria reports and resolving vendor discrepancies.
- Supported month-end close activities and contributed to process improvements through data-driven insights.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps and recommending automation or efficiency enhancements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations and industry best practices through ongoing training and professional development.
Fraud & Risk Associate
FanDuel
01.2020 - 09.2024
- Provided responsive customer support via phone and email to resolve fraud-related issues, enhancing trust and user experience on a digital financial platform.
- Conducted identity verification and document authentication using KYC (Know Your Customer) protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and account integrity.
- Performed detailed account due diligence to detect suspicious activity and prevent financial loss across peer-to-peer and digital payment environments.
- Analyzed transaction data and reporting to identify fraud trends and escalate high-risk cases using fraud detection tools and risk analytics systems.
- Supported the resolution of chargebacks and digital payment disputes, reducing friction and maintaining platform credibility.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve fraud detection strategies and streamline operational workflows.
- Tracked and analyzed Fraud Support KPIs, organizing performance data to enhance fraud prevention initiatives and support data-driven decision-making.
Payroll Clerk
Jersey City Board of Education
Jersey City
05.2016 - 12.2020
- Processed payroll-related accounts payable transactions, including invoice verification and payment disbursement for staff, substitutes, and contracted personnel.
- Assisted with accounts receivable functions such as tracking funding reimbursements, student activity fees, and reconciling grant-related accounts.
- Entered and reviewed journal entries to support accurate payroll and financial reporting in compliance with public education finance standards.
- Utilized accounting and payroll software (ADP and QUICKBOOKS) for data entry, payroll processing, and employee record maintenance.
- Performed regular reconciliations of payroll accounts, benefits deductions, and tax withholdings to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintained detailed and organized payroll records and documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance with district and state regulations.
- Supported month-end and year-end closing activities, including W-2 preparation and payroll reporting for local, state, and federal filings.
- Collaborated with HR, finance, and school administrators to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing and financial operations across departments.
Education
Master of Science - Finance Technology
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05.2027
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05.2022
Skills
- NetSuite and Salesforce
- Zendesk Support
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Acrobat Proficiency
- Google Workspace Applications
- Workday Management
- Mondaycom Project Tracking
- QuickBooks Accounting
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Excel Pivot Tables
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving Skills
Certification
- Business Essentials CoRE | Harvard Business School Online | 2025
- Project Management | Project Management Institute | 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
P-Value Communications
08.2023 - Current
Fraud & Risk Associate
FanDuel
01.2020 - 09.2024
Payroll Clerk
Jersey City Board of Education
05.2016 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Finance Technology
New Jersey City University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
New Jersey City University
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