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CASANDRA DENNIS

Summary

  • Responsible professional skilled and proficient in all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, planning, scheduling, contract management and execution of IT Projects.
  • Well-organized and analytical in approaching problems and resolving variances with a problem-solving mindset.
  • Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work.
  • Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
  • Strengths include analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to make data-driven decisions.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. IT Planning Analyst

Tesla
Las Vegas, NV
10.2020 - 05.2024
  • Gather and understand requirements for various needs related to projects, services, and software, to provide insights that help the decision-making process, and establish and align capital and resource allocation within the business forecast.
  • Project Manager, Financial Analyst, Business Analyst, and Process/Policy Writer.
  • Submission of IT equipment purchase requests globally. Track the delivery and receipt of new and existing IT equipment. Track and manage lease-related activities, including monthly and quarterly reconciliations. Processed equipment returns at lease end.
  • Collaborated with financial team to define and modify best practices, document procedures and address business objectives.
  • Liaise with internal customers to capture requirements, and discuss strategic initiatives.
  • Critically analyze multiple data sources (asset management, purchasing, IT ticketing, and more) to identify gaps and process inefficiencies.
  • Simplified complex financial terminology and concepts to support client comprehension and informed decision-making.
  • Identified, analyzed and monitored data related to profitability, growth and productivity.
  • Determined and tracked budget expenses with accuracy and transparency.
  • Gathered and distilled financial data, preparing reports, and presentations for executive leadership reviews.
  • Provided support to senior management in decision-making processes by utilizing quantitative analysis techniques.
  • Developed and maintained a database of planning information for the organization.
  • Collaborated with IT personnel to develop automated solutions for streamlining reporting processes.
  • Developed comprehensive company valuations to inform investment decisions.

Accounts Payable Manager

Sahara Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
05.2018 - 10.2020
  • Prepared journal entries at month-end closing to accrue expenses incurred in the applicable month.
  • Lead the coordination of regular team and company events, such as team-building activities.
  • Upload checking transactions with the banking system to avoid check fraud.
  • Collaborated with the IT department to ensure the security and integrity of accounts payable data.
  • Managed full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payment to vendors and suppliers. Prepared and processed electronic funds transfers.
  • Supported senior leadership by producing weekly check run aging for approval, month-end, and year-end closing reports.
  • Assisted external auditors during the year-end audit process by providing the required comprehensive accounts payable documentation and explanations.
  • Analyzed invoices, monthly statements, and expense reports, identified variances, researched issues to correct problems, maintained financial compliance, and kept records accurate and current.
  • Implemented and maintained accurate electronic vendor files and records, ensuring easy access and compliance with auditing standards.
  • Processed tax payments on a timely basis in compliance with applicable regulations. (941, 945, 1042.S, CC Gen 102, CON 101, GAM 101, NGC 01, NGC 02, NGC 15, NGC 18, transient lodging, sales and use tax, liquor license, and live entertainment.)
  • Managed a team of five accounts payable clerks, providing training and support to ensure high performance and career development.
  • Coordinated with procurement and receiving departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure proper expense allocation.

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas, NV
12.2016 - 08.2017
  • Handled and oversaw the processing of all vendor invoices and expense reports upon arrival for accuracy.
  • Facilitate the recruitment, interview, hiring, and training of new accounts payable employees.
  • Communicated with key business partners, which included vendors, upper management, and peers.
  • Ensured strict adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley guidelines by maintaining internal controls on disbursement functions.
  • Generated accurate accounting reports to summarize accounts payable data while performing internal and external audits.
  • Oversaw the monthly close process to deliver timely and accurate reporting of accounting financial information, and calculated month-end accrual entries for trade payables.
  • Resolved supplier inquiries regarding payments or billing issues.
  • Performed account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of data entered into the system.
  • Developed policies and procedures related to Accounts Payable processes.
  • Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Accounts Payable Manager (Contract Position)

Golden Entertainment, Inc.
Las Vegas, NV
04.2016 - 08.2016
  • Reviewed postings and documentation to ensure precise entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
  • Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
  • Created detailed reports on aging payables, vendor payments, cash disbursements.

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract Position)

Marshall Retail Group
Las Vegas, NV
11.2015 - 04.2016
  • Prepared high-volume invoices, matched purchase orders and receipts, and ensured 100% accuracy in computing discounts.
  • Reconciled high-volume vendor statements, researched, and solved invoice discrepancies and issues.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract Position)

Solar City
Las Vegas, NV
10.2014 - 11.2015
  • Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, vendor invoices, and monthly statement reconciliations.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing, which included matching invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation with minimal supervision.
  • Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals.
  • Recognized by my peers, as well as management, for providing exceptional customer service.

Owner Exchange Inventory Super (Contract Position)

Diamond Resorts International
Las Vegas, NV
08.2014 - 10.2014
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned five team members to specific duties.
  • Reviewed sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement and for the release of inventory/time shares.
  • Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.

Regional Accounts Payable Manager

Meritage Homes Corporation
Scottsdale, AZ
05.2009 - 02.2014
  • Managed a team of 10 accounts payable clerks, located in multiple divisions consisting of Nevada, Arizona, California, Colorado, North and South Carolina, and Florida. Frequently traveling providing training and support to ensure high performance and career development.
  • Assumed accountability for voiding checks, reversing transactions, and processing stop payments, as required.
  • Administered sales tax and 1099 reports on month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
  • Documented corroborative audit evidence for duplicate payments and sales tax audits.
  • Managed a team of 10 accounts payable clerks, providing training and support to ensure high performance and career development.
  • Led month-end and year-end closing processes for accounts payable, ensuring deadlines were met and financial reports were accurate.
  • Managed the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate payment to vendors via check, wire transfers, or ACH.
  • Conducted regular audits of accounts payable transactions to identify and correct errors, reducing discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
  • Assisted external auditors during year-end audit process by providing required documentation.

Accounting Manager (Company Closed)

Express Stop, Inc.
Phoenix, AZ
07.2007 - 08.2008
  • Prepared monthly reports, including payment and account reconciliations, and financial statements for 40 stores.
  • Supervised, trained, and mentored a team of 15 accounting staff members, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement through incentive programs.
  • Monitored cash flow, prepared bank reconciliations, and developed and implemented departmental accounting policies, procedures, and processes.

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Naumann Hobbs Material Handling
Phoenix, AZ
12.2003 - 07.2007
  • Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.
  • Reviewed a team of 10 employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
  • Implemented new software solutions designed to streamline Accounts Payable processes.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during audits of Accounts Payable records.
  • Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
  • Assisted with month-end and year-end closings to support accounting system accuracy.

Global Accounts Payable Manager

Hypercom International, Inc.
Phoenix, AZ
01.1997 - 12.2003
  • I began my employment as an AP Clerk, advanced to AP Supervisor, then to AP Manager during my tenure.
  • Processed a high volume of invoices, weekly check runs, and daily demand/urgent checks (2,000 – 4,000 payments a week), which included payment processing for our international offices and the calculation of foreign exchange rates.
  • Analyzed current payment methods and implemented the utilization of discounted terms to save company revenue.
  • Responsible for the disbursement and reconciliation of petty cash, up to $10K.
  • Led the implementation of an American Express Corporate Purchasing Card program for the entire organization, for cost-saving opportunities.
  • Coordinated with procurement and receiving departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure proper expense allocation.
  • Efficiently maintained accounts payable transactions processing and led a global team of 15 on training initiatives to ensure continuity.
  • Researched discrepancies between invoice amounts, purchase orders, receiving reports, and reviewed and reconciled vendor statements monthly.
  • Researched and recommended new financial and accounting software packages. Implemented four different software applications. (MAS90, Oracle 11i, Oracle NCA, and Oracle 10.7)
  • Led month-end and year-end closing processes for accounts payable globally, ensuring deadlines were met, and financial reports were accurate.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mayfield High School
Las Cruces, NM

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Team leadership
  • Administration and management
  • Self-motivated
  • Organized
  • Staff Development
  • Complex problem solving
  • Strong communication
  • Data and vendor management
  • Process implementation and improvements
  • Risk Management Processes and Analysis
  • Financial forecasting
  • 10 Key by Touch
  • Microsoft Excel

Technical Acumen

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Oracle
  • JD Edwards
  • PeopleSoft
  • EPCOR
  • Aptos
  • Great Plains
  • ADP
  • MAS90/RS6000
  • AS400
  • QuickBooks
  • WARP

Qualifications Summary

  • Detail-oriented and challenge-driven professional offering high-caliber management qualifications honed from extensive experience in accounting systems and controls.
  • Adept at creating, implementing, and integrating procedures to ensure operational efficiency and maintain proper internal controls.
  • In-depth knowledge of the procurement-to-payables cycle focusing on appropriateness of transactions, Sarbanes–Oxley Act (SOX) regulations, tax administration, and financial records documentation and maintenance.
  • Highly capable of working within fast-paced settings as well as accomplishing complex tasks without compromising quality and performance.
  • Analytical and data-driven individual; with confidence to challenge established practices and come up with new ways of working.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal aptitudes contribute to a transparent and professional environment.

Affiliations

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Problem solving
  • Collaboration
  • Volunteer
  • Community Service

Accomplishments

  • Department awards
  • Employee of the Month
  • Promotions

Certification

  • CAPP - Accounts Payable Practitioner Certification

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sr. IT Planning Analyst

Tesla
10.2020 - 05.2024

Accounts Payable Manager

Sahara Las Vegas
05.2018 - 10.2020

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
12.2016 - 08.2017

Accounts Payable Manager (Contract Position)

Golden Entertainment, Inc.
04.2016 - 08.2016

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract Position)

Marshall Retail Group
11.2015 - 04.2016

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract Position)

Solar City
10.2014 - 11.2015

Owner Exchange Inventory Super (Contract Position)

Diamond Resorts International
08.2014 - 10.2014

Regional Accounts Payable Manager

Meritage Homes Corporation
05.2009 - 02.2014

Accounting Manager (Company Closed)

Express Stop, Inc.
07.2007 - 08.2008

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Naumann Hobbs Material Handling
12.2003 - 07.2007

Global Accounts Payable Manager

Hypercom International, Inc.
01.1997 - 12.2003

High School Diploma -

Mayfield High School

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