BENICE MCLAIN
Adamsville,TN
Summary
Logical Business Office Associate successful at completing accurate work under tight deadlines. Knowledgeable about generating invoices, processing payments and updating digital records. Proficient in Banner. Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing 42 years of expertise in Accounts Receivable for manufacturing and post secondary education sector businesses. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient and Resourceful Accounting professional with 12 years of experience in audit preparation and reporting.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Receivable Accountant
TCAT Crump
2013.09 - Current
- Identified and implemented process efficiency improvements.
- Monitored timely collection and application of account receivable collections.
- Identified procedural or executional issues and assisted in development of remediation plans.
- Managed past due balances, financial inquiries and other accounts receivable functions.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
Brand Ambassador-Part Time
Southern Marketing Talent
2012.10 - Current
- Presented on current promotions to the public at various locations
- Promotions include Straight Talk, Kobalt Tools, Mission Enduracool, Axe products for men, etc.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Masco Bath/Aqua Glass Corporation
1999.11 - Current
- Process payment plan information, receipts or refunds to the automated Accounts Receivable ledger
- Mail, email, or call client as needed on past due accounts and other payment related matters
- Verify details of transactions, including funds received and total account balances
- Research and resolve billing and invoice problems
- Assist management with other various accounting reports or processes as needed
- Research and recommend system needs and improvements to accommodate accuracy
- Meet accounting deadlines as assigned
- Detail oriented, organized, ability to multi-task, and excellent written/verbal communication
- Developed tracking program for past due accounts
- Completed leadership training programs
- Member of MCH
- Accounts Payable and Payroll as needed.
Contract Administration
Aqua Glass Corporation
1995.11 - 1999.07
- Contract Administrator for Southern California Builder direct program
- Verified and signed contracts with various builders
- Verified and approved installation charges
- Submitted liens to builders
- Processed invoices as per requirements by builder and contractual agreements.
Assistant Customer Service Manager
Aqua Glass Corporation
1993.09 - 1995.11
- Processed job bids, cross references, market pricing.
Customer Service Representative
Aqua Glass Corporation
1984.08 - 1995.11
- Order entry, problem solving, developing customer relations
- Liaison between customer and manufacturing.
Education
Bachelor of University Studies Degree, Business Management and Finance -
University of Tennessee at Martin
Martin, TN01.2003
Skills
- Seasoned Accounts Receivable Specialist with 17 years' experience managing accounting needs across multiple platforms.
- Advanced technical knowledge, including Microsoft Office.
- Expert in customer relations
- Accounts receivable professional
- Invoice Processing
- Customer Account Management
- Bank Reconciliation
- Cash application
- Journal Entries
- Bookkeeping
- Credit management
- Account Reconciliation
- Records Review
- Balance sheets
- Budget Preparation
- Financial Data Analysis
- Financial Controls
- General ledger accounting
- Financial Reporting
Phone
731-439-0645
Timeline
Accounts Receivable Accountant
TCAT Crump
2013.09 - Current
Brand Ambassador-Part Time
Southern Marketing Talent
2012.10 - Current
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Masco Bath/Aqua Glass Corporation
1999.11 - Current
Contract Administration
Aqua Glass Corporation
1995.11 - 1999.07
Assistant Customer Service Manager
Aqua Glass Corporation
1993.09 - 1995.11
Customer Service Representative
Aqua Glass Corporation
1984.08 - 1995.11
Bachelor of University Studies Degree, Business Management and Finance -
University of Tennessee at Martin
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