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CARMEN JONES

Massapequa

Summary

Dynamic Accounts Payable Clerk with proven expertise at Millennium Toyota in invoice processing and vendor management. Adept at enhancing workflows and achieving timely payments, I excel in account reconciliation and financial reporting. My strong communication skills foster collaboration, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all financial transactions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Clerk

Millennium Toyota
Hempstead
05.2017 - 04.2025
  • Processed vendor invoices for timely payment in dealership accounting system.
  • Reviewed and verified expense reports for accuracy and compliance with policies.
  • Coordinated with vendors to resolve discrepancies in billing or payment issues.
  • Managed employee reimbursements by ensuring proper documentation and approval.
  • Assisted in month-end closing tasks by preparing account reconciliations and reports.
  • Maintained organized financial records to support audits and internal controls.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline accounts payable workflows and procedures.
  • Trained new staff on accounts payable processes and software usage effectively.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.
  • Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
  • Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
  • Analyzed purchase orders, contracts, invoices, check requests and other documents related to the accounts payable cycle.
  • Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status or payment issues.
  • Collaborated with vendors, suppliers and staff members across departments to resolve any issues that arose.
  • Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
  • Reconciled vendor statements, investigated and resolved discrepancies.
  • Verified vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
  • Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
  • Managed vendor relationships through prompt communication of payment information.
  • Verified accuracy of coding on invoices prior to processing payments.
  • Assisted with preparing journal entries related to accounts payable transactions.
  • Monitored accounts receivable aging reports to ensure timely payments.
  • Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Provided support during internal and external audits as necessary.
  • Kept detailed records of accounts payable by creating reports and updating vendor balance sheets.
  • Prepared and updated vendor files, tax documents and insurance information.
  • Ensured proper authorization for all purchases made by the organization.
  • Worked closely with department personnel to produce accurate and timely bills.
  • Interfaced and responded to inquiries to correct accounts payable discrepancies.
  • Compiled, coded and submitted weekly invoices to accounting for payment.
  • Generated 1099 forms at year end for reporting purposes.
  • Collaborated with team members to manage workload and meet deadlines.
  • Monitored accounts to ensure payments were up to date.
  • Managed bookkeeping and accounting systems and completed data entry with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supported senior leadership by producing month-end closing reports and advising on remittance for quick resolution.
  • Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.
  • Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Accountancy

LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY

Skills

  • Invoice processing
  • Vendor management
  • Expense report verification
  • Data entry
  • Account reconciliation
  • Financial reporting

Timeline

Accounts Payable Clerk

Millennium Toyota
05.2017 - 04.2025

Some College (No Degree) - Business Accountancy

LaGuardia Community College