Dana Kind
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
Quality-driven and highly-motivated Accounts Payable Specialist with a proven track record at Limestone Charter Association, excelling in invoice processing and vendor management. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and effective communication, ensuring compliance and timely transactions. Adept at resolving discrepancies and supporting audits, contributing to enhanced financial integrity and operational efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
Limestone Charter Association
Spartanburg, SC
12.2024 - Current
- Processed invoices, reimbursements, and vendor payments weekly to ensure timely transactions.
- Maintained and updated vendor files and account information regularly.
- Collaborated with internal departments to verify payment accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
- Supported audits by providing relevant documentation and maintaining accurate records.
- Investigated discrepancies among purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices.
- Processed accounts payable transactions aligned with established policies and procedures.
- Reconciled vendor statements monthly to uphold financial integrity.
- Managed bookkeeping systems and performed precise data entry efficiently.
Administrative
Spartanburg County School District Six
Spartanburg, SC
08.2012 - 12.2024
- Managed all documentation and submission of bi-weekly and miscellaneous payroll for Dorman High School staff of over 300, as well as accurate record-keeping of fees and payments for a population of over 3,000 students.
- Responsible for all design and creation of printed materials district-wide (17 individual schools) including ensuring availability of materials and coordination with outside service providers, stellar communication skills and time management resulting in on-time, accurate delivery for thousands of documents annually.
Statistics Honors Teacher-Coach
Oakbrook Preparatory School
Spartanburg, SC
07.2009 - 05.2012
- Delivered engaging statistics lessons while mentoring high-performing students.
- Established first strength and conditioning program, securing all necessary certifications.
- Coached award-winning cheer team, maintaining communication with parents and staff.
- Organized extracurricular activities to enhance student engagement and community spirit.
- Supervised after-school clubs and sports teams to promote involvement.
- Tutored students needing additional support, providing targeted practice materials.
- Implemented injury prevention programs to ensure athlete health and performance.
- Collaborated with athletic directors and coaches to foster athlete development.
Accountant
Smith, Kesler and Company Accounting Firm
Spartanburg, SC
12.2006 - 06.2008
- Prepared accurate tax returns for businesses with employee counts ranging from 30 to over 300.
- Conducted thorough financial document preparation for quarterly reviews with executives.
- Achieved 100 percent client satisfaction ratings through exceptional service and support.
- Organized client files for efficient retrieval during audits and reviews.
- Researched laws to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Resolved client tax discrepancies by implementing corrective actions swiftly.
- Collaborated with senior accounting professionals to enhance overall office productivity.
- Utilized adjustments and deductions to minimize clients' tax liabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Accounting Concentration
USC Upstate
Spartanburg, SC05-2007
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Corporate tax returns
- Payroll management
- Debt collection
- Graphic design
- Customer service
- Data entry and invoice processing
- Accounts payable compliance
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Discrepancy resolution
- Audit support
- ERP systems proficiency
- Vendor management
- Petty cash oversight
Technology Applications
- SmartFusion Accounting
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Google (docs, sheets, classroom, etc.)
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Canva
Certification
Notary Public
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
Limestone Charter Association
12.2024 - Current
Administrative
Spartanburg County School District Six
08.2012 - 12.2024
Statistics Honors Teacher-Coach
Oakbrook Preparatory School
07.2009 - 05.2012
Accountant
Smith, Kesler and Company Accounting Firm
12.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Accounting Concentration
USC Upstate