Belinda (Gail) Mills
Loganville,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable about preparing invoices, processing payments and pursuing past-due balances. Well-versed in accurately coding different types of bills for clear recordkeeping and tracking. Team-oriented, dependable and performance-driven. Successful at efficiently handling client inquiries, billing and administrative tasks. Familiar with contracts and other documents affecting billing processes. Prepares professional, polished statements and business correspondence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Billing Specialist
ATCS, PLC
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Improved billing accuracy by implementing a streamlined invoicing process.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate invoice generation.
- Reduced errors in financial records by conducting regular audits of billed accounts.
- Collaborated with the collections team to recover overdue payments from clients, maintaining cash flow and minimizing writeoffs.
- Government Billings to DOT - CPFF, T&M, FFP
- Analyze Revenue Recognition
- Subcontractor AP Review / Approval
- Monitor Budgets, Contracts, PO's for Billing Accuracy
Project Accountant
Telgian Engineering & Consulting, LLC
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Improved project budget accuracy by diligently tracking expenses and regularly updating financial forecasts.
- Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments by implementing efficient organizational systems.
- Enhanced communication between accounting and project management teams with regular financial updates and collaborative meetings.
- Optimized cash flow management, accurately forecasting project revenues and monitoring fund disbursements.
Senior Financial Analyst
Envistacom, LLC
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Increased financial accuracy by conducting in-depth analyses of financial data and trends.
- Improved budget forecasting through meticulous monitoring of expenses and revenue streams.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes, resulting in more efficient delivery of critical information to stakeholders.
- Enhanced profitability by identifying opportunities to reduce costs and optimize resource allocation.
- Billing - CPFF, FPLOE, T&M, FFP - WAWF, Cognos Reporting.
- Assist in preparation of ICE Reports for DCMA/DCAA
- FARS Compliance
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and increase operational efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent review of financial documents and reports.
Accounting Manager
The Homestar Group Of Georgia / Fixiti, LLC
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
- Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.
- Implemented efficient budgeting processes to forecast expenses and monitor actual performance against projections.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to develop departmental budgets for optimal resource allocation and cost control.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
Accounting Manager
American Builders 2017 / Brasfield & Gorries
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
- Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
- Billings for the Joint Venture
- Full Cycle Accounts Payable
- Collaborated cross-functionally to develop departmental budgets for optimal resource allocation and cost control.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Conducted detailed variance analyses to identify areas of improvement in financial performance.
- Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
- Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
Accounting Manager
Grand Oak Construction
04.2014 - 07.2014
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
- Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to develop departmental budgets for optimal resource allocation and cost control.
- Assisted executive management in making informed business decisions with accurate ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
Accounting Manager
Southern Wall Systems
01.2014 - 03.2014
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
- Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.
- Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to develop departmental budgets for optimal resource allocation and cost control.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Conducted detailed variance analyses to identify areas of improvement in financial performance.
Accounting Manager
TD Farrell Construction, Inc.
01.2006 - 04.2013
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing automated systems and reducing manual tasks.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Managed budgeting process for multiple departments, resulting in more efficient resource allocation.
- Developed comprehensive financial models to support strategic decision-making and drive business growth.
- Assessed risks and opportunities, implementing strategies to mitigate potential losses and maximize gains.
- Oversaw the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statement preparation.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors, leading to cost savings throughout the organization.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated solutions for complex business challenges.
- Implemented internal controls to reduce errors and fraud while maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Conducted thorough due diligence on potential acquisition targets, minimizing investment risks.
- Managed cash flow effectively by optimizing working capital management practices and forecasting future needs accurately.
- Spearheaded annual audit process, liaising with external auditors to ensure smooth completion of requirements within deadlines.
- Enhanced departmental efficiency by developing standardized policies, procedures, and templates for routine tasks such as invoice processing or expense tracking.
- Drove cost reduction initiatives by identifying inefficiencies in existing processes and suggesting improvements based on best practices.
- Strengthened internal communication channels between finance team members through regular meetings and collaborative tools.
- Ensured company tax compliance by staying up-to-date on legislative changes affecting the industry.
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive financial information, ensuring data privacy and security.
- Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Developed and maintained system of internal controls to prevent fraud and abuse.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Educated accounting team on forecasting, financial statuses and financial strategies to assist in annual budget creation.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
Education
BBA - Accounting And Business Management
Brenau University
Gainesville, GASkills
- Contract Preparation
- Fiscal Reporting
- Invoice Processing
- Payment Posting
- HIPAA Compliance
- Procedure Development
- Month-End Closing Procedures
- Customer Engagement
- Collections
- Insurance Verification
- Research and Due Diligence
- Collection Practices
- Teamwork Abilities
- Professionalism
- Organizational Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Interpersonal Skills
- Payment Processing
- Management Accounting
- Expense Tracking
- Bank Statement Reconciliation
- Cost Tracking
- Invoice Generation
- Discrepancy Resolution
- Bookkeeping
- Account Reconciliation
- Cost Accounting
- Cost Reporting
- General Accounting
- Collections Processing
- Data Analysis
- Revenue Forecasting
- Purchase Orders
- Year-End Reporting
- Invoice Documentation Management
- Charges and Rates Documentation
Software Skills
Deltek Costpoint, Deltek Vision, Jamis, WAWF, Cognos, ECMS, E-Builder, Microsoft Office, Great Plains, JD Edwards, Crystal Reports, Precision Estimating, Procore, Coupa, Ariba, Lotus Notes, Groupwise, Peachtree Accounting, Solomon, Starbuilder, Timberline, ADP PayExpert (Certified), E-Chx, E-Verify, Oracle, Prolog, VendorCafe, SAP, Propertyware, Microsoft Excel - Intermediate
Timeline
Billing Specialist
ATCS, PLC
03.2023 - 01.2024
Project Accountant
Telgian Engineering & Consulting, LLC
01.2021 - 10.2022
Senior Financial Analyst
Envistacom, LLC
07.2019 - 10.2020
Accounting Manager
The Homestar Group Of Georgia / Fixiti, LLC
09.2017 - 12.2018
Accounting Manager
American Builders 2017 / Brasfield & Gorries
07.2014 - 01.2015
Accounting Manager
Grand Oak Construction
04.2014 - 07.2014
Accounting Manager
Southern Wall Systems
01.2014 - 03.2014
Accounting Manager
TD Farrell Construction, Inc.
01.2006 - 04.2013
BBA - Accounting And Business Management
Brenau University
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