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DARIEN MCDONALD

Accounts Payable Associate
Portsmouth,VA

Summary

General Bookkeeper/ Accounts Payable Clerk with 12+ years of experience using both the single-entry and double-entry systems for the second-largest multi-billion dollar Government agency. Managed and maintained a duty collection summary which consists of hundreds of millions of dollars on a monthly basis. Achieve high levels of utilizing strong communication/organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-solving and multi- tasking ability by remaining focused and goal-oriented, completing several tasks simultaneously to reach desired targets. Possess an Associate's equivalent from the Association of Accounting Technician (A.T.T) in Accounting.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quartermaster Chemical Equipment Repairer

United States Army National Guard
Fort Lee, VA
04.2022 - Current
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Examined parts for defects such as breakage or excessive wear.
  • Cleaned, lubricated and calibrated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
  • Determined sources of problems resulting in machinery malfunction, utilizing evaluation instruments and visual and auditory observation to troubleshoot defective equipment.
  • Observed and tested operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters or other testing devices.

Apple Advisor W@H

Kelly Services
Villa Rica, GA
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Supported over 50 customers daily having data connectivity issues; assisting with troubleshooting steps and rebooting of hardware.
  • Troubleshooting steps and rebooting of hardware.
  • Assisted end-users with software and hardware troubleshooting to determine
  • Updated and reconfigured existing and new computers with current software
  • Assisted online users via live chat, web conference and phone to resolve
  • Offered excellent customer service by actively listening to customers' needs and empathically discussing solutions.

Delivery Driver

Havertys Furniture Company
Kennesaw, GA
05.2018 - 08.2020
  • Maintained high-performance levels by keeping within customer time window.
  • Prevented unnecessary exceptions, therefore, eliminating additional stops on route.
  • Accurately communicated and documented delivery transaction using either mobile device or provided paperwork.
  • Loaded or unloaded product as needed at store house and also completed accurate equipment report.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes

Satellite Technician

Mastec Advanced Technologies
Forest Park, GA
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Established satellite system by installing dish; running and pulling cable; programming and calibrating equipment; adhering to codes, regulations, and standards.
  • Repaired service by listening to customer's description of problems; diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing problems by replacing and/or upgrading components.
  • Verified system by testing equipment and connections; identifying and correcting problems.
  • Configured internet connections, routers and wireless access for devices.

Accounts Payable Associate

Villa Restaurant Group
Morristown, NJ
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Resolved outstanding payments through communication with
    departments, vendors, and clients while processing, record and pay bills,
    and other transactions.
  • Processed invoices amounting to 1500 per week and liaising with District
    and Store Managers for approval of repairs and maintenance
    invoices both past due and current invoices.
  • Updated and maintained vendor database, reconcile vendor
    statements and answering all vendors' inquiries with assistance of
    handling all related accounts payable responsibilities.
  • Provided financial, administrative and clerical support by ensuring
    payments were completed by processing and verifying and reconciling
    invoices according to established policies and procedures in an efficient,
    timely and accurate manner.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Brimar Industries
Garfield, NJ
08.2016 - 08.2016
  • Reconciled processed work by verifying entries and comparing systems
    reports to balances.
  • Charged expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing
    invoice/expenses reports; record entries.
  • Performed day to day management of all payment cycle activities and provide correct approval, sorting, coding, and matching of invoices/receipts.
  • Reviewed all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval
    prior to payment.

General Bookkeeper/Accounts Payable Clerk

Jamaica Customs
Kingston, JA
03.2006 - 09.2015
  • Performed daily reconciliation and balancing of 4 major Government accounts. (salaries, deposit, overtime, and expenditure).
  • Trained and supervised 1 employee, to ensure and maintained accuracy of bank reconciliation.
  • Compiled statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses.
  • Performed general office duties such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine correspondence.
  • Calculated, prepared, and issued bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures.
  • Input and processed traveling claims for payment. Verified and cross-checked qualifying events.
  • Liaised with the bank to facilitate effective balancing procedures and
    to resolve any account discrepancies.

Education

Military Occupational Specialty - Chemical Equipment Repair

U.S Army Ordinance School
Fort Lee, VA
09.2022

Associate of Science - Accounting

Management Institute For National Development
Jamaica
09.2009

Vocational - Data Operation

National Council On Technical And Vocational Ed
Jamaiaca
06.2006

High School Diploma -

Kingston College
Jamaica
06.2005

Skills

  • Financial Accounting
  • Quickbooks Pro
  • Quickbooks Online Bank
  • Reconciliation Microsoft
  • Office Suite Microsoft Excel
  • Financial Reporting
  • Customer Service
  • ADP Payroll
  • Data Processing
  • Sage 300 ERP
  • FileMaker Pro
  • Account Mate
  • Financial Management
  • Information System
  • Application installations
  • Hardware diagnostics
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Water Purification Systems
  • Decontamination Units
  • Schematic Diagrams
  • Chemical Equipment Operation

Additional Information

  • Financial Accounting Credit Course - July 2012
  • Customer Service Excellence - January 2012
  • Collection Officer Training Course - July 2011
  • Certificate of Business Studies - August 2005

Affiliations

  • Youth With A Vision Empowerment Programme, Kingston, April 2005 —October 2009 (Served as Vice President).
  • Addiction Alert Organization (AAO), Kingston, October 2003 — October
    2009

Certification

  • Georgia Insurance License - July 2019 - March 2021
  • Certified Association of Accounting Technician - September 2008
  • Peer Educator and Leadership Program - Awarded Plaque/Certificate -November 2004


Timeline

Quartermaster Chemical Equipment Repairer

United States Army National Guard
04.2022 - Current

Apple Advisor W@H

Kelly Services
09.2020 - 07.2021

Delivery Driver

Havertys Furniture Company
05.2018 - 08.2020

Satellite Technician

Mastec Advanced Technologies
08.2017 - 05.2018

Accounts Payable Associate

Villa Restaurant Group
01.2017 - 06.2017

Accounts Payable Clerk

Brimar Industries
08.2016 - 08.2016

General Bookkeeper/Accounts Payable Clerk

Jamaica Customs
03.2006 - 09.2015

Military Occupational Specialty - Chemical Equipment Repair

U.S Army Ordinance School

Associate of Science - Accounting

Management Institute For National Development

Vocational - Data Operation

National Council On Technical And Vocational Ed

High School Diploma -

Kingston College

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