Brandee West
Hermiston,OR
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills in billing and accounts payable. Proven ability to streamline processes and resolve discrepancies, ensuring timely reimbursement and financial accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable
Devin Oil Co., Inc.
07.2018 - Current
- Matched invoices to purchase orders, delivery documentation, and cost centers across multiple business units, ensuring accurate and timely AP processing.
- Assigning each invoice to the correct cost/profit centers and general ledger accounts.
- Entered and maintained over 500 vender and fuel supplier accounts. Process over 2000 invoices a month in a high‑volume environment, supporting accurate financial reporting.
- Processed EFT and check‑run payments, including cash settlement batches, while monitoring discount terms and payment schedules.
- Reconciled complex vendor invoices involving variable pricing, taxes, and surcharges, resolving discrepancies with suppliers.
- Maintained audit‑ready AP documentation and supported monthly audit and cost reporting schedules.
- Collaborated with accounting leadership to complete assigned projects and support general ledger and AP functions.
- Streamlined invoice processing workflows, reducing processing time and increasing overall accounts payable efficiency within the department.
- Improved accuracy of financial reporting by regularly reviewing accounts payable entries for discrepancies or inconsistencies.
Temporary Administration and Billing Support
Brent Bakken, DDS
02.2026 - Current
- Submit dental insurance claims and follow up on unpaid or denied claims, ensuring accurate documentation and timely reimbursement.
- Enter and reconcile patient payments, insurance payments, and adjustments with precision and attention to detail.
- Process vendor invoices and issue payments, maintaining accurate supplier records and supporting accounts payable workflows.
- Research and dispute unpaid insurance claims, coordinating with carriers to resolve discrepancies and secure payment.
- Provide reliable financial and administrative support during staff leave, demonstrating adaptability and strong multitasking skills.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Office Manager
Brent Bakken, DDS
09.2004 - 07.2018
- Scheduled and coordinated patient appointments, ensuring efficient daily workflow and timely patient care.
- Processed patient billing and submitted insurance claims, maintaining accurate documentation and resolving claim issues to secure reimbursement.
- Managed accounts payable, including processing vendor invoices, issuing payments, and maintaining supplier records.
- Assisted with payroll processing, ensuring accurate time reporting and timely employee compensation.
- Entered and reconciled patient and insurance payments, supporting accurate financial reporting and month‑end balancing.
- Ordered and maintained office and clinical supplies, managing vendor relationships and monitoring inventory levels.
- Provided chairside assistance during procedures, demonstrating flexibility and strong multitasking abilities.
- Sterilized instruments and prepared treatment rooms, ensuring compliance with safety and infection‑control standards.
- Oversaw daily administrative operations, supporting staff, coordinating schedules, and maintaining a smooth, efficient office environment.
Education
Certificate in Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting & General Studies
Blue Mountain Community College
Pendleton, ORHigh School Diploma -
Hermiston High School
Hermiston, ORSkills
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Calm under pressure
- Organization and time management
Timeline
Temporary Administration and Billing Support
Brent Bakken, DDS
02.2026 - Current
Accounts Payable
Devin Oil Co., Inc.
07.2018 - Current
Office Manager
Brent Bakken, DDS
09.2004 - 07.2018
Certificate in Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting & General Studies
Blue Mountain Community College
High School Diploma -
Hermiston High School