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Education
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Certification
Timeline
Brian  Arndall

Brian Arndall

Retired Marine
Suwanee,United States

Summary

Detail-oriented, dedicated, methodical Professional, competent and seasoned Accounts Receivable and Payables Specialist bringing nine (9) years of handling small to large-size effectively and accurately.

Exemplary skill in resolving billing disputes, providing excellent customer service, and applying for payments.

Recognized for effective leadership with consistent achievement of objectives.

Knowledgeable about preparing invoices, processing payments, and pursuing past-due balances. Well-versed in accurately coding different types of billing and recordkeeping platforms.

Team-oriented, dependable, and performance-driven for team success through preparation, tireless effort, and flexible Execution (the plan of action).

Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls, and strengthening systems for optimal performance.

Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy, and full compliance with regulatory requirements.

Successful at efficiently handling client inquiries, billing, and administrative tasks.

Familiar with contracts and other documents affecting billing processes; Expertise in financial data entry and record-keeping.

Prepares professional, polished statements and business correspondence. Exceptional abilities in conducting research, problem-solving, and prioritizing simultaneous tasks. Leverages resourcefulness, critical thinking skills, and superior work ethic for top job performance.

To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AP and AR Specialist

Pandera Systems
06.2015 - 01.2023

· Relentless work ethic in AR/AP and providing various administrative assistance to Project team leads and their PMs.

· Assisted and led Mid and End of Month close-out duties, such as analyzing financial transactions in QB and Mavenlink to ensure accuracy and correct billing to contract terms.

· Prepare and distribute invoices and billing statements.

· Accurately reviewed, coded, and processed vendor invoices.

· Review and reconcile invoice discrepancies.

· Received, processed, and posted incoming payments.

· Actively investigated and resolved irregularities in incoming and outgoing payments to ensure system accuracy and currency.

· Timely turnaround of supplier invoices and payments while ensuring all accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles.

· Audited all receipts regularly to ensure accuracy in the accounting.

· Maintained various revenue spreadsheets and managed revenue allocation across multiple services for Weekly C and Director leveler briefings.

· Ensured the proper accounting and reporting of employees’ billable hours through our billing system.

· Processed purchase orders and check requests on a timely basis.

· Maintained vendor accounts while staying in compliance with policies and procedures.

· Addressed and responded to vendor and employee inquiries.

· Maintained professional communications with clients, PM-led project teams, and Regional Owners

· Managed monthly reconciliation schedules for assigned accounts.

· Prevented impending loss and increased profitability by enforcing scheduled collection campaigns, consistently achieving targeted recovery rate.

· Experience with managing various business analysis platforms and CRMs (Oracle NetSuite, SalesForce HubSpot, Jira, Tello, SAP Ariba, Coupa, Paylocity, Bill.com QuickBooks)

· Proficient in Netsuite, G Suite, Microsoft office, and working knowledge of accounting principles to ensure accurate and timely communication is conveyed to the client and project teams.

· Actively work to collect outstanding balances, including accounts previously written off

· Provided recommendations for client resolution in collections and A/R write-off -and adjustments of payment discrepancies when deemed appropriate.

· Reviewed accounts every month to assess aging and pursue collection of funds.

· Contacted clients with past-due accounts to formulate payment plans and discuss restructuring options.

· Handled a high volume of inbound calls about reconciling delinquent accounts.

· Managed efficient cash flow reporting, posted cash receipts, and analyzed chargebacks, independently addressing, and resolving issues.

· Tracked contracts, proposals, and waivers to keep billing accurate and current.

· Performed targeted collections on past-due accounts aged over one through 120 days.

· Applied numerous payments per week.

· Produced, distributed, and tracked more than 40 to 200 monthly invoices for multiple industries.

· Compiled and analyzed data for review by senior management of loan loss reports to measure portfolio performance.

· Analyzed, prepared, and issued chargeback notices for payment to prevent third-party collection agency involvement.

· Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.

· Prepared billing statements and invoices for customer purchases and recorded transaction dates, prices, and fees to support accuracy.

· Used accounting software to reconcile accounts, track income and generate invoices.

· Tracked invoices, receipts, and deposit slips to generate monthly fiscal statements.

· Tracked business payments and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.

· Reviewed time and attendance records to identify billable items.

· Leveraged computerized accounting software to create and maintain accurate customer account records.

· Calculated discounts, percentage allocations, and credits and spearheaded process improvements.

· Reduced time and costs by implementing new accounting procedures.

· Paralegal (immigration/work visa) Specialist (H1B/GC, etc.)

Paralegal (Immigration/work Visa) Specialist

Pandera Systems
01.2014 - 01.2023

· Duties and accomplishments as an Immigration include but are not limited to: -Perform research and document gathering to obtain information for immigration case preparation and filing.

· Manage procedures and documentation requirements for resource immigration case types such as GC, H1B, L-1, and TN.

· Utilize document and data management systems to prepare, monitor, and record all aspects of client casework.

· Develop an understanding of client communication procedures and requirements.

· Manage the status of all filed applications, petitions, and finalized documents after attorney review.

· Maintain fluid communication with C Suite and resources authorized work statutes.

· Developed intelligence-sharing dashboards, providing company-wide access to collected data.

· Designed customized data collection models for specific visualization tasks.

· Improved data gathering, analysis, and visualization procedures with strategic optimizations.

· Generated reports, updated spreadsheets, and presented results.

· Collected, drafted, and maintained resources to provide comprehensive materials accessible to all firm lawyers.

  • Established law library database accuracy by maintaining legal records to regulate disparities and perform updates.
  • Established knowledge-sharing culture through focused communications to publicize benefits.

Human Capital Development Manager / HR

Pandera Systems
01.2014 - 01.2020

· With nine (9) years of experience in Benefits Administration, Recruitment, Employee· Engagement, Workforce Planning, and Employee Evaluation

· Contributed and led in developing, guiding, and managing labor-related issues that impact Pandera’s strategic and operational objectives, including the employment of people; the development of resources; and their utilization, maintenance, and compensation services aligned with the job and Pandera's operational requirements.

· Weekly meetings with Executive leadership to keep all Managers and Directors aligned in hiring strategies, current in-house company initiatives, and expansion plans for new lines of business.

· Bi-weekly meetings with Company’s immigration law firm to keep all immigration cases on track, keep employees informed, and handle all monetary exchanges between the company and the law firm for them to represent our immigration cases.

· Single point of contact in the organization for all things recruiting, including but not limited to

· Salary negotiation - Candidate vetting process - First Week On-Boarding process.

· Tracked, analyzed, and maintained 30-60-90 and semi-annual resource evaluations for resources.

· Tracked and ensured weekly timecards and expenses were submitted, approved, and submitted for remits in a timely matter.

· Ceridian/ADP/Paylocity/Mavenlink/NetSuite Administrator platforms· Contributed to Termination and equipment recovery.

· Recruitment of candidates for the company’s constant expansion in data integration, business intelligence, project management, sales, and user experience

· Researched, drafted, and created the template and taught an overview of the new Employee.

· Evaluation Process from its infancy - Researched, drafted, and created the company Mentorship Program - Point of Contact and Administrator of the Immigration process, Green Card, and all visa types.

· Manage all HR documentation, policy, and procedures -Project Manager and administrator to various HRMS platforms.

· Oversaw legal compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations and company policies and procedures.

· Recommended, initiated, and finalized HR actions regarding faculty and staff position management, compensation employment postings, hiring requirements, and new hire onboarding.

· Managed employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.

· Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.

· Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.

· Collaborated with senior management and performed benefits analysis, corrective action planning, and big-picture data capturing.

· Collected data and performed customer needs analysis.

· Defined and integrated roles, responsibilities, and processes for the business team and data management organization.

Junior Business Analyst

Pandera Systems
07.2016 - 01.2018
  • Development Rep at Pandera Systems, my responsibility and focus were to research, create business profiles, initiate communications, and provide future clients to our Sales team in all sectors of business industries
  • To develop lasting relationships and discover new ways to add value by aligning with their strategic initiatives
  • Ultimately, I want to help clients succeed in their roles and deliver on their commitments to the business
  • Ultimately, My goals were to assist the partnership between Pandera and current and future clients in being more successful in their roles and delivering on their commitments to the business.
  • Collected data from wide-ranging sources.

Senior Instructor / Currriculum Developer

Marine Corps
02.2010 - 12.2013
  • Responsible in developing and refining the standard written material for the basic to advance engineer student which included Construction Management and structural engineering training programs
  • Developed training materials from conception to implementation including: syllabi, presentations, student guides, blended-learning tools, assessments and other content related tools
  • Worked and lead cross-functionally with other workgroups to develop most effective materials ensuring commonality of curricula for all disciplines
  • Engaged with exterior sources in providing a program to ensure proper prioritization of work flow, track the progress of all content input and publish reports to manage progress of all students attending
  • Ensured training materials and programs are effective and relevant
  • Created and maintain a process for evaluating, updating and improving course materials and content delivery tools
  • Created and maintained a shared content library and processed a system of data sharing, management and archival system of the library
  • Monitored and Analyzed product introductions, product changes and continuously implemented new and modified field tested Engineer strategies into student courseware to ensure past, current and future students maintained their mastery of the engineer field.
  • Evaluated student demographics to make effective choices in class and activity development.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Recorded lessons for later use and online instruction.

Assistant Training & Ops Chief

Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
03.2006 - 02.2010
  • Supported Training and Operations growth by meeting and exceeding overall planning and logistical development.
  • Streamlined company processes and procedures while enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Leveraged experience through vital management positions guiding business to success.
  • Formulated analysis assessments to make informed decisions on proposed projects.
  • Met customer service standards and expectations consistently by effectively communicating and actively listening.
  • Drove operational direction, administrative and cost efficiency and coordination of security program initiatives on behalf of clients.
  • Made decisions with broad and positive impact on security management operations.
  • Led organization by developing professional and ethical culture focused on unit and individual excellence.
  • Interviewed, supervised and motivated 12 staff members to achieve optimal productivity.
  • Managed 2 teams of 4 Small unit leaders focused on improving training initiatives.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.

Embarkation & Logistics Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
06.2003 - 03.2006
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Human Resource & Parlegal Chief

United States Marine Corps
07.2001 - 06.2003
  • Managed calendar by scheduling appointments, events and meetings with customers.
  • Answered, screened and forwarded incoming phone calls.
  • Maintained electronic and paper files of contracts and correspondence.
  • Ordered and maintained adequate supply of office and catering supplies.
  • Assisted with printing, copying and assembling reports.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Created and implemented standard operating procedures for records handling.
  • Developed recordkeeping systems for employee records and company documents to optimize operations and reduce project lags.
  • Oversaw and managed onboarding processes and programs to successfully integrate new, transferred and promoted employees.

Corporate Recruiter & Public Relations Specialist

United States Marine Corps
01.1998 - 07.2001
  • Assisted and managed a team of (3) recruiters and was responsible for statistical & document analysis, task & workflow analysis, daily to yearly planning, and fusing multi-source data to improve decision-making in sales and training. Regularly performed oral presentations to Mayors, school board members, and high school classes, taking into account the audience and nature of the information.
  • Collaborated with various departments to define job qualifications.
  • Visited colleges and job fairs to inform people about job opportunities.
  • Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events, and job fairs.
  • Managed the interview process to include sourcing, screening, interviewing to elicit requirements, and final selection.
  • Developed and implemented effective strategies to drive and challenge business personnel to execute their plans and interpret customer needs successfully.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Facilitated new hire orientation and scheduling.
  • Developed action plans to fill open positions promptly to meet new short-term goal.
  • Awarded several (8) Certificates of Commendations for Customer Service Support (CSS), supporting the applicant and his family members to ensure their comfort in their decision. This required me to access the needs of the customer, resolve their problems and satisfy their expectations

Awarded three (3) Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals for exceeding monthly recruitment goals, Professional achievements, and completing a successful tour.
• Collaborated quarterly with multiple recruiting districts to secure customer specifications information.
• Gave support and consulted customers with an understanding of the different programs available within the Marine Corps. Informed the customers of the skills required for entry into these programs and the documentation necessary for entry into the Marine Corps and these programs.

  • Oversaw and contributed to full cycle recruiting for 12 vacancies each quarter.
  • Cultivated an in-depth understanding of college and Business trends and hiring desires.
  • Established a reputation among local organizations for possessing an extensive candidate network and successful placement of new candidates.

Facilities Manager / Operations

Marine Corps Recruiting
02.1998 - 02.2001

Integrated logistics support working Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
12.1995 - 02.1998

Operations, Training and Logistics Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
12.1991 - 12.1995

Education

No Degree - Management - Communication - Writing

Military Leadership , Japan - NC - California

Skills

  • Payment Management
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Diagnostic Codes
  • Fiscal Reporting
  • Evaluating Open Accounts
  • Customer Notifications
  • Aging Reports Analysis
  • Statement Issuing
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Process Improvement
  • Monthly Reconciliations
  • Adjustment Posting
  • Invoice Preparation
  • Strategic Initiatives
  • Office Support
  • Credit and Collections
  • Financial Records and Reporting
  • Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
  • Data Inputting
  • Reviewing Account Records
  • System Updates
  • Financial Transactions
  • Financial Statements Expertise
  • Correspondence Writing
  • Data Imports
  • Bulk Filing
  • Department Oversight
  • Data Entry and Management
  • Customer Service Support
  • Strong Client Relations Skills
  • Financial Recordkeeping
  • Performance Strategies
  • Accountability Documentation
  • Team Bonding
  • Spreadsheets and Journal Entries
  • Accounting Remittances
  • Solution Development
  • Office Supplies and Inventory
  • Financial Management
  • Information Gathering and Analysis
  • Month-End Closing Procedures
  • Standard Operating Procedures Proficient
  • Accurate Payment Posting
  • Data Integrity
  • Invoicing Proficiency
  • Codes Reviewing
  • General Ledger
  • Coding Proficiency
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Contract Reviewing
  • Financial Software
  • Accounts Receivable Expertise
  • Policy Development
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Account and Ledger Reconciliations
  • Statement Preparation
  • Validation of Discrepancies
  • Microsoft Office
  • Employee Timesheet Processing
  • Resolving Irregularities
  • Payroll Preparation and Processing
  • Bill Payment and Recordkeeping
  • Calculating Deductions
  • Research
  • Collections
  • Finance
  • Bookkeeping
  • Data Communications
  • Budget Planning and Analysis

Accomplishments

Awarded five (5) Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medals for recognition for performing substantial volunteer service to the local and overseas communities above and beyond the duties required as a member of the Armed Forces.


Awarded a considerable number of individual and team commendations and peer praise, resulting in merit-based/meritorious promotions.



Certification

Immigration Law Customer

Retention Human Resources (HR)

Account Reconciliation

Human Capital Management

Technical Recruiting Strategic Communications

Conflict Resolution

Employee Engagement Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

  • Teaching and Training Certified from UNCW
  • Mobile in theater Train the Trainer certified
  • Facilities base fortification, and security certified - Qatar, Baghdad and UAE.

Timeline

Junior Business Analyst - Pandera Systems
07.2016 - 01.2018
AP and AR Specialist - Pandera Systems
06.2015 - 01.2023
Human Capital Development Manager / HR - Pandera Systems
01.2014 - 01.2020
Paralegal (Immigration/work Visa) Specialist - Pandera Systems
01.2014 - 01.2023
Senior Instructor / Currriculum Developer - Marine Corps
02.2010 - 12.2013
Assistant Training & Ops Chief - Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
03.2006 - 02.2010
Embarkation & Logistics Supervisor - United States Marine Corps
06.2003 - 03.2006
Human Resource & Parlegal Chief - United States Marine Corps
07.2001 - 06.2003
Facilities Manager / Operations - Marine Corps Recruiting
02.1998 - 02.2001
Corporate Recruiter & Public Relations Specialist - United States Marine Corps
01.1998 - 07.2001
Integrated logistics support working Supervisor - United States Marine Corps
12.1995 - 02.1998
Operations, Training and Logistics Supervisor - United States Marine Corps
12.1991 - 12.1995
Military Leadership - No Degree, Management - Communication - Writing
Brian ArndallRetired Marine