Danielle Foote
Richmond,VA
Summary
Collections Analyst with extensive experience improving recovery timelines and resolving billing inquiries. Proficient in e-billing platforms and client relationship management. Known for strong data analysis and negotiation skills, enhancing accounts receivable management and financial performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Collections Analyst
McGuireWoods LLP
Richmond, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Managed aged accounts receivable to improve recovery timelines.
- Utilized e-billing platforms, including Legal Tracker, Bill.com, Taulia, TyMetrix, Serengeti, and Collaborati, to verify billing discrepancies.
- Prepared and distributed collection letters and statements of account.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries through the A/R Helpline's dedicated 800 number.
- Processed departing attorney account procedures and maintain continuity of client billing records.
- Resolved attorney and client billing inquiries to accelerate payment resolution.
- Contacted clients to resolve past-due balances and billing issues, and offered payment plans to clients facing temporary financial difficulties to encourage payment, with attorney approval.
- Provided backup support for crediting checks and wire payments.
- Record all correspondence with the client to track efforts and maintain compliance.
A/R Specialist
McGuireWoods LLP
Richmond, VA
03.2018 - 10.2023
- Applied cash, wire, and ACH payments in compliance with client and attorney instructions.
- Researched and resolved unapplied cash, checks, and wire payments.
- Prepared deposits using the Remote Deposit System (RDS) and balanced daily totals.
- Maintained filing controls and audit-ready documentation.
Senior Settlement Clerk
Richmond Auto Auction
Richmond, VA
06.2015 - 01.2018
- Contacted customers regarding unpaid vehicle purchases and A/R statements.
- Balanced daily payments within Auction EDGE software.
- Verified incoming wire transfers for dealer financing.
- Prepared and distributed monthly A/R statements.
- Implemented a process to obtain DMV titles for abandoned vehicles left on auction property, generating added company revenue.
A/P Staff Accountant
Brown Distributing Company
Richmond, VA
02.2014 - 05.2015
- Processed approximately 800 invoices per month using VIP Beverage Software
- Resolved invoice and receiving discrepancies to meet payment deadlines
- Prepared journal entries and performed account and balance sheet reconciliations
- Reconciled five bank accounts and transmitted positive pay files to the bank
Vehicle Registration Clerk
Richmond Auto Auction
Richmond, VA
06.2009 - 02.2014
- Communicated with lenders, auto dealers, and the public regarding vehicle registrations
- Cashiered and obtained seller approvals for pending bid purchases
- Maintained confidential records for U.S. Marshals-seized vehicles
- Assisted with special projects and operational support
Accounting Clerk
Earth Tech
Richmond, VA
04.2006 - 03.2009
- Processed 150-200 invoices daily in Oracle Financials
- Set up and maintained vendor accounts
- Prepared journal entries and balanced batch summary reports
- Performed month-end balance sheet reviews and reconciled variances
- Coordinated payments to consultants, vendors, and subcontractors
- Reviewed vendor data for 1099 compliance
Education
High School Diploma - GED
Charles City High School
Ruthville, Va06-1991
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, VASkills
- General ledger management
- Journal entries processing
- Cash applications (ACH, wires, checks)
- 1099 processing
- Credit card processing
- Proficient in Financial Software such as Elite 3E Financial Management, Oracle Financials, Microsoft Dynamics GP, QuickBooks Online and VIP Beverage Software
- Microsoft Office 365 suite proficiency such as Word, Outlook, Excel with VLookup
- Attention to detail
- Data analysis and reporting
- Client relationship management
- Payment plan development
- Decision making
- Aged accounts recovery
- Outbound calling
- Account reconciliation
- Written communication
Certification
Valid Driver's License
Timeline
Collections Analyst
McGuireWoods LLP
11.2023 - Current
A/R Specialist
McGuireWoods LLP
03.2018 - 10.2023
Senior Settlement Clerk
Richmond Auto Auction
06.2015 - 01.2018
A/P Staff Accountant
Brown Distributing Company
02.2014 - 05.2015
Vehicle Registration Clerk
Richmond Auto Auction
06.2009 - 02.2014
Accounting Clerk
Earth Tech
04.2006 - 03.2009
High School Diploma - GED
Charles City High School
Virginia Commonwealth University