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Christine Degnegaard

New Lenox,IL

Summary

Driven professional with a strong background in accounts receivable, showcased at Odyssey Logistics LLC. Excels in high volume invoice processing, utilizing Microsoft Excel and AR/AP software, while enhancing customer relations through exceptional service. Skilled in month-end procedures, contributing to streamlined operations. Trained new hires, demonstrating leadership and a commitment to team success.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Odyssey Logistics LLC
10.2007 - Current
  • Prepare, mail, and email invoices to customers, request required documents Proof of Delivery, Bills of Lading, interchanges, and Rail bills from truckers for invoicing, and document account updates.
  • Maintain up-to-date customer contact information, provide exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries about their account status or billing concerns, building strong and long-lasting relationships.
  • Contribute to month-end closing procedures by preparing detailed accounts and running an exception report 2x a month to update and see why old work orders have not been invoiced yet.
  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure accurate application of voids, credits, and adjustments to client accounts.
  • Train new hires in company policies, standard operating procedures, and software systems related to accounts receivable functions, ensuring seamless integration into the team''s operations.
  • Printing reports and generate invoices by using the accounting software AS400 or an Excel spreadsheet.
  • Assisting the payable department on processing their invoices.
  • When Proof of deliveries are received, need to verify signature received, container number, weights, and seals are listed before excepting.
  • When receiving Bills of Lading need to verify container number and PO#s match our work order before excepting.
  • Scan in documents to customer file and Teams drive.

Out Patient Clerk

Advocate South Suburban Hospital
07.1992 - 09.2007
  • Supported clinical team members by gathering essential diagnostic results such as lab reports or imaging studies prior to patient visits.
  • Sorted incoming correspondence promptly and accurately directed it to appropriate departments or personnel within the facility.
  • Hanging X-Ray films before and present for radiologists to view. Created CDs of X-Rays when Pax was created and film was no longer needed unless previous X-Ray was on film.
  • Streamlined patient registration processes, resulting in reduced wait times and improved patient experience.
  • Ensured a professional atmosphere in waiting areas through diligent upkeep of cleanliness standards organization comfort measures for patients.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Updated patient information and insurance details for accurate electronic medical records.
  • Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.

Education

Certification - Medical Billing And Coding

South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL
2007

High School Diploma -

Alan B Shepard High School
Palos Heights, IL
06.1986

Skills

  • Invoice Processing and proficiency
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Accounts Receivable and Payable Software
  • Customer Relations
  • Month-end closing procedures

Timeline

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Odyssey Logistics LLC
10.2007 - Current

Out Patient Clerk

Advocate South Suburban Hospital
07.1992 - 09.2007

Certification - Medical Billing And Coding

South Suburban College of Cook County

High School Diploma -

Alan B Shepard High School
Christine Degnegaard