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Bridget Houston

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist skilled in handling diverse range of accounts payable functions with accuracy, efficiency, and sound judgment. Adept at organizing and prioritizing requirements to maintain tight deadlines and strict financial controls. Accustomed to delivering superior performance in autonomous or team-focused environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Specialist

First Onsite
2022.10 - Current
    • Review and process high volume invoices for approval.
    • Process credit memos and adjustments through Sage300, TimberScan and BOLT.
    • Produced month-end closing reports and provided actionable suggestions on remittance for quick resolution.
    • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
    • Confirm Subcontractor's insurance is up to date and contracts are signed.
    • Researching payment status requests in multiple systems NetSuite, BOLT, and Sage300
    • Schedule invoice for payment, and escalate as needed, for urgent, past due or problem invoices for proper
    • Download large sets of billing data from various Vendors into excel to reconcile coding allocation for
    • Apply proper codes or job numbers to invoices keep records organized and easily searchable.
    • Reconcile lntercompany account statements and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bankaccount statements each month.
    • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
    • Match purchase orders and job numbers with invoices and recorded necessary information.
    • Other general or AP related accounting duties and projects, as assigned.

Accounting Assistant

All Pro Fasteners
2022.05 - 2022.11
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
  • Expedited invoice processing with effective communication between internal departments and external vendors.
  • Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
  • Improved cash flow management by closely monitoring accounts receivable, ensuring prompt collection of outstanding balances.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.

Customer Service Representative

Stericycle
2020.01 - 2022.03
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.

Warehouse Manager

JKS International
2018.12 - 2019.12
  • Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.

Office Assistant

Champion Glass & Mirror
2013.03 - 2018.12
  • Performed accounts receivable functions utilizing QuickBooks
  • Compiled and processed bids on architecture plans for new construction or pre-existing residential/ commercial restrooms
  • Procured and distributed clerical supplies
  • Receipt acknowledgment of orders
  • Records management maintaining paper and electronic filing systems using disaster recovery backup procedures
  • Multi-line system, transferred calls to appropriate departments for assistance
  • Prepared invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software.

Skills

  • Multi-line phones
  • Invoice Processing
  • Data inputting
  • Entry verification
  • Problem Resolution
  • Vendor Relations
  • Statement Review
  • Data Entry
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Ability to work independently
  • Critical thinking
  • Adaptability, teamwork, time management

Timeline

Accounts Payable Specialist

First Onsite
2022.10 - Current

Accounting Assistant

All Pro Fasteners
2022.05 - 2022.11

Customer Service Representative

Stericycle
2020.01 - 2022.03

Warehouse Manager

JKS International
2018.12 - 2019.12

Office Assistant

Champion Glass & Mirror
2013.03 - 2018.12
Bridget Houston