Chimere Hillary
Accounting
Wylie,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
AR Accountant
TriMark
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of customer account balances using accounting software.
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts receivable ledgers and resolving discrepancies.
- Implemented process improvements that resulted in cost savings without compromising quality or timeliness of deliverables.
- Developed training materials for new hires, facilitating a smooth onboarding process within the AR department.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial statements, providing detailed analysis on AR performance.
- Monitored aging reports to identify potential bad debts and initiate collection efforts accordingly.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Contributed to successful ERP implementation by providing input on system requirements specific to the AR function.
- Managed monthly close process, reviewing journal entries and reconciliations for accuracy.
- Managed past due balances, financial inquiries and other accounts receivable functions.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
AR Accounting Specialist
Associa
06.2015 - 10.2023
- Review claim inquires and investigate improper billing, direct debits
- Review claims adjustment with management and/or branches
- Researches through various sources, ownership and/or property information
- Process credits and charges to homeowner accounts as submitted by branches via Branch Access
- Process NSF/Stop payment checks on homeowner accounts
- Setup or cancel Direct Debit as directed by homeowners or branches
- Post recurring charges to all associations according to the billing schedule
- Update and maintain late fees, late interest, handling charges as defined by the Association collection policy
- Communicate with branch FASP/CAM by phone, teams and/or email
- Request refunds for homeowners per branch instructions.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Software.
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Improved financial accuracy by performing detailed account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Established effective communication channels with vendors and customers to resolve outstanding issues timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting thorough research and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
Cash Application Specialist
Garda
01.2009 - 06.2015
- Ensures all daily deadlines are met in the cash application process
- Research and reconcile any out of balance ATM's within 24 hours of verification
- Preform bank reconciliations monthly, verify all deposits and banking questions and problems
- Review cash receipts and post transactions in ledgers
- Contacts customers on all unresolved out of balances
- Prepared internal audits as assigned while abiding by all regulations and policies.
- Increased accuracy of invoice matching through regular system updates and data validation procedures.
- Supported credit control efforts by accurately applying payments against outstanding invoices, reducing delinquency rates.
- Applied cash and wires to corresponding customer accounts based on remittance details provided by customers.
- Provided support during financial audits by preparing necessary documentation and answering auditor inquiries regarding cash applications processes.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, fostering trust and facilitating effective communication related to payments and account balances.
Education
Accounting and Business Finance -
Eastfield Community College
Richardson, TX05.2016
Diploma - Core Curriculum
Rockwall High School
Rockwall, TX05.1998
Skills
- Reconciliation (10 years)
- Auditing (5 years)
- Accounts Receivable
- Bookkeeping
- Journal Entries (5 years)
- Accounts Payable
- Financial Report Writing
- Balance Sheet Reconciliation (5 years)
- Bank Reconciliation (10 years)
- Account Reconciliation (10 years)
- Accounting (10 years)
- General Ledger Reconciliation (5 years)
- Office Management
- General Ledger (5 years)
- Bank Reconciliation
- Payment reconciliation
- Invoice Processing
- Accounting Software Proficiency
- Accounts receivable management
- Cash application
- Audit Support
- Dispute Resolution
- Customer Account Management
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Customer Relations
- Account reconciliation processes
- Financial Statements
- General ledger accounting
- Data inputting
- General Ledger Entries
- General Ledger Management
- MS Office Suite
- Account Reconciliation
- Administrative Support
- Financial Auditing
- Invoice balancing
- Account reconciliation specialist
- ERP systems proficiency
- Financial Reporting
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Superior attention to detail
- Management accounting
- GAAP understanding
- Financial Management
- Analytical research
- Auditing procedures
- Funds Management
- Auditing
- Financial Analysis
- GAAP Accounting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Finance
- Financial statements expertise
- Full-cycle accounting
- Attention to Detail
- Journal Entries
- Clear Communication
- Bookkeeping and Reconciliation
- Team Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- General accounting
- Journal entry preparation
- Team Building and Leadership
- Documentation and Reports
- Microsoft Office
- Accounting Processes
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Balance sheets
- Employee Motivation
- Document Recordkeeping
- Accounting Software Systems
- Workload Management
Personal Information
Title: AR Accountant
Timeline
AR Accountant
TriMark
10.2023 - Current
AR Accounting Specialist
Associa
06.2015 - 10.2023
Cash Application Specialist
Garda
01.2009 - 06.2015
Accounting and Business Finance -
Eastfield Community College
Diploma - Core Curriculum
Rockwall High School
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