Bonita M. Whitt
Oakland,CA
Summary
Experienced in managing end-to-end accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial controls. Skilled in cash application, payment reconciliation, collections, and financial analysis, bringing strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Effective at improving cash flow and maintaining positive customer relationships through dispute resolution and aged debt reduction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Accountant
Aveva Software
San Leandro, CA
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Manage AR transaction records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established controls and SOPs
- Perform cash application and payment posting to maintain up-to-date customer accounts
- Prepare and process inter-company invoicing
- Review and confirm Income Statement components for accuracy
- Provide customer documentation including W-9 and bank details
- Support collectors by reviewing aging reports and providing account insights
- Obtain WHT certificates as required
Accounts Receivable Accountant
The Linux Foundation
San Francisco, CA
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Investigated and resolved billing discrepancies and disputes, improving cash flow and reducing past-due balances by 100k.
- Reconciled accounts through detailed financial analysis, eliminating reporting inconsistencies
- Prepared monthly customer statements detailing balances and payment history
- Responded to over 500 customer inquiries regarding invoices, claims, and account issues
- Produced ad hoc AR reports supporting management decision-making
- Partnered with customers to collect outstanding balances while maintaining positive relationships
AP / AR Specialist
SCS Global Services
Emeryville, CA
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Executed collections activities including payment follow-ups and customer outreach
- Processed and recorded cash, checks, and wire transfers
- Managed refunds and credit adjustments with high accuracy
- Maintained vendor files, tax documentation, and insurance records
- Assisted with month-end closing activities
- Generated 1099 forms for year-end reporting
- Performed bank, credit card, and account reconciliations
- Compiled and submitted invoices to Accounts Payable for payment
Accounts Receivable Accountant
Horizon Services Inc.
Hayward, CA
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Managed billing operations for County of Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Clara County, and Kaiser Permanente.
- Applied cash receipts and processed adjustments for discounts and short payments
- Recorded journal receipts (donations, food stamps, vendor payments)
- Prepared journal entries to deferred income accounts for advanced payments
- Analyzed reports (PSP131 vs Bed Day/Admissions) to validate revenue accuracy
- Prepared monthly AR financial reports
Education
High School Diploma -
Castlemont High School
Oakland, CA06.1983
Skills
- End-to-End Accounts Receivable Management
- Collections
- Cash Application
- Chargeback Resolution
- Aged Debt Reduction
- Bank Reconciliation
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- NetSuite
- SAP ERP
- SalesForce
- VLOOKUP
- Pivot Tables
- Analytical Skills
- Detail-Oriented
Timeline
Finance Accountant
Aveva Software
06.2023 - 11.2025
Accounts Receivable Accountant
The Linux Foundation
03.2020 - 01.2023
AP / AR Specialist
SCS Global Services
06.2019 - 03.2020
Accounts Receivable Accountant
Horizon Services Inc.
03.2018 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Castlemont High School