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CANDACE WILLIAMS

CANDACE WILLIAMS

Atlanta ,GA

Summary

Quality-driven with 15 years of comprehensive experience working with teammates to support accounting functions. Accurately inputs data and records day-to-day transactions. Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable and receivable. Results-oriented Accounting Specialist with financial analysis, strategic planning and budgeting expertise. Performed account reconciliations and company record maintenance for medium-sized corporation. Accounting knowledge and team leadership skills led to achievement of desired outcomes. Highly skilled in developing and actualizing policies, procedures and practices aligning with programs to maximize accountability. Customer Service and Support Specialist Resourceful, self-motivated, and coherent professional with cross-functional experience and diverse skills in customer service, chat support, and technical assistance.

Familiarity with LexisNexis Knowledge of OFAC, FACTA. Property Management Quality Assurance Risk Management Report Writing Proficient in Real Estates

Software: Yardi, RentCafe, Rent Dynamics, and Rentmax. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Skype, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

RB MANAGEMENT SERVICES
ATLANTA, GA
08.2022 - 03.2023

Performed monthly and annual accounting activities and reviewed financial reports/support as necessary while
being attentive to tenants, prospective tenants, brokers, and property management vendors.
• Prepared daily cash deposits, tracking accounts payable and receivable, monthly bank reconciliations, journal
entries, and posted rent payments for assigned commercial property building of 35 tenants.
• Prepared timesheets for engineers for HR to issue payroll. Ordered/budgeted all needed supplies for the office.
• Responsible for training Executive Assistant on daily operation and adherence to company’s policies and
procedures.

  • Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
  • Tracked income and expenses for business using accounting software.
  • Utilized automation system to process payments and invoices to streamline transactions.
  • Communicated with vendors and clients to facilitate timely payments and reduce outstanding accounts receivable.

LEASING MANAGER

BRIDGE INVESTMENT GROUP
MARIETTA, GA
01.2019 - 07.2022
  • Developed and implemented specialty leasing retailer action plans aimed at maximizing sales and increasing the center’s value, monitored rent collection, negotiated new leases and renewals, and prepared legal documents
  • Established and maintained a wide network of Real Estate Industry relationships through participation in various leasing-related organizations and gatherings
  • Improve operational efficiency and sales through identification and implementation of process improvement areas
  • Created and implemented sales plan focused on maximizing opportunities, resulting in revenue increase
  • Built a high-performing team through coaching and mentoring
  • Vigilantly tracked market trends through outreach, market surveys, and research to operate the center efficiently.
  • Received, checked and processed applications for new leases.
  • Collaborated with property managers to keep units ready for new tenants and oversee smooth moves.
  • Ran background checks on potential tenants to evaluate criminal records and credit statuses.
  • Conducted surveys of property market to obtain information on current trends.
  • Trained staff on compliance, policies and procedures to maximize success.
  • Marketed and advertised vacancies on media and advert channels to attract potential tenants.
  • Managed overall tenant relations, promoted tenant satisfaction and streamlined services delivery.
  • Oversaw projects through timely inquiry response, event coordination and on-site support for feature film productions and events.

COLLECTION ACCOUNT SPECIALIST

AMERICAN HONDA FINANCIAL
ALPHARETTA, GA
02.2018 - 11.2018
  • Managed assigned accounts through interaction with customers, account adjustments, small balance write off, customer reconciliations, and processing credit memos
  • Followed up with customers on loan repayment, negotiate payment plans, and interacted with clients physically, through calls and emails to resolve inquiries and complaints
  • Developed a recovery system to ensure repayment
  • Ranked at the top 3 of most collected past due payments
  • Promoted faster resolution of discrepancies and short payments by processing and reviewing account adjustments
  • Maintained good customer relations with borrowers and effectively solved problems in an effort to resolve account delinquency and prevent losses
  • Identified and discussed issues attributing to account delinquency with management for action
  • Reported and analyzed the performance of existing clients and their credit.

WORKER

ACKERMAN SECURITY, CLEAR-STAR SOLUTIONS, MASADA
NORCROSS, GA
09.2013 - 02.2018
  • Worked as a contractor to multiple organizations with a focus on customer service quality, enhancing business processes for increased profitability, and logistics management
  • Provided world-class customer service
  • Processed wholesales vendor orders for the daily operation of business for clothing and food
  • Coordinated third-party employee verifications for DOT truck drivers, and school verification
  • Kept relationships in the ordering process with kids’ clothing companies and vendors within the assigned region.

FRAUD RISK ANALYST

CHEXAR NETWORKS
ROSWELL, GA
06.2008 - 04.2013
  • Analyzed commercial accounts to identify fraudulent activity, ensured accurate records and maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging fraud schemes and trending issues
  • Supported identification, assessment, and reporting of risk related to fraud and related control environments
  • Worked effectively with Bank Departments’ management teams in identifying fraud detection and trending issues
  • Leveraged computer savviness to deliver remote solutions including system verification and fraud prevention.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing And Coding

Devry University
Alpharetta, GA

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting

Bauder College
Atlanta, GA

Some College (No Degree) - Cosmetology

Empire Beauty School
Sandy Springs, GA

Skills

  • Financial Management
  • General Ledger Entries
  • GL Reconciliation
  • Data Processing
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Administrative Support
  • Invoicing and Billing
  • Data Entry
  • Month-End Documentation
  • Data Analysis
  • Report Preparation
  • Invoice Processing
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Payment Processing
  • Collections and Invoice Processing
  • Payment Tracking Systems

Certification

  • Tax Preparation , Liberty Tax Service - 2008
  • Medical Billing Expert Rating Online Course Training - 2016

Timeline

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

RB MANAGEMENT SERVICES
08.2022 - 03.2023

LEASING MANAGER

BRIDGE INVESTMENT GROUP
01.2019 - 07.2022

COLLECTION ACCOUNT SPECIALIST

AMERICAN HONDA FINANCIAL
02.2018 - 11.2018

WORKER

ACKERMAN SECURITY, CLEAR-STAR SOLUTIONS, MASADA
09.2013 - 02.2018

FRAUD RISK ANALYST

CHEXAR NETWORKS
06.2008 - 04.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing And Coding

Devry University

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assisting

Bauder College

Some College (No Degree) - Cosmetology

Empire Beauty School
CANDACE WILLIAMS