DEBORAH TUZAS
St. Louis,MI
Summary
Creative Anthropology graduate offering strong analytical and abstract reasoning skills. Excellent history of managing complex data. Well-versed in business operations and strategic planning. Track record of positive academic performance and analytical skills. Precise Accounts Receivable Manager offering strength in account reconciliation and invoice collections. Superb communicator addresses delinquent payments with tact and diplomacy. Successful in managing staff of employees processing average of $1.2 million monthly.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Michigan Masonic Home
12.2022 - Current
- Supported month-end closing procedures by reconciling accounts receivable ledgers and preparing aging reports for management review.
- Improved invoice accuracy by thoroughly reviewing billing data before issuing final statements.
- Expedited payment collection with timely submission of invoices and proactive communication with clients.
- Partnered with cross-functional departments to resolve discrepancies in customer accounts, promoting a cohesive work environment.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients by providing exceptional service in addressing inquiries regarding account balances or payment issues.
- Reduced outstanding debts through consistent follow-up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment plans.
- Increased efficiency by automating routine tasks, such as generating reports and sending reminders for overdue payments.
- Conducted regular audits of customer accounts to ensure accuracy, identifying potential errors or inconsistencies for correction.
- Reduced manual data entry errors by implementing a robust system for importing transaction information from external sources.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Supported financial planning efforts by providing accurate accounts receivable data for budgeting and forecasting purposes.
- Facilitated timely account updates by promptly processing adjustments for credits, discounts, and writeoffs.
- Contributed to the development of credit policies that minimized risk while supporting business growth objectives.
- Improved internal controls surrounding revenue recognition through diligent application of GAAP principles in recording transactions.
- Enhanced cash flow by diligently managing customer credit limits and payment terms.
- Provided training to new employees on company-specific accounts receivable processes, fostering team cohesion and knowledge sharing.
- Evaluated potential customers'' creditworthiness using financial analysis techniques, mitigating risk exposure for the organization.
- Collaborated with sales teams to address customer disputes, resulting in prompt resolution and maintained relationships.
- Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Completed daily process adjustments to maintain accuracy.
- Prepared bills receivable, invoices, and bank deposits.
- Verified discrepancies and resolved clients' billing issues
- Reconciled daily AR ledger and verified proper posting.
- Processed incoming payments in accordance with established financial policies.
- Resolved valid or authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries.
- Updated aging reports based on daily audits.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
- Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Finance Intern
Masonic Pathways
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Created electronic back-ups for Accounts Payable Files, Medicaid Files, Payroll reports
- Assisted with financial reports in regards to COVID-19
- Developed and maintained Annuities
- Supported organizational account management duties under direct supervision
- Assisted with account reviews and preparation for account reviews.
Oral Historian Intern
Ripon College
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated effectively with Interns in regards to overall projects
- Documented events in relationship with Ripon College and its archives
- Interviewed Individuals on weekly basis
- Maintain good academic standings within history department
- Wrote clean, clear reports based upon Oral History Project
- Used development tools such as audacity and voice recorders on regular basis
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural AnthropologySociologyHistory
Ripon College
Ripon, WIHigh School Diploma -
Saint Louis High School
Saint Louis, MIMaster of Arts - Museums Studies
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12.2024
Skills
- Data Collection and Processing
- Team Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative Support
- Audit Risk Management
- Financial Analysis
- Records Administration
- Attention to Detail and Effective Multitasking
- Work Prioritization with Office Organization
- Finance Understanding
- Special Projects
- Correspondence Writing
- Payment tracking
- Invoice Processing
- Cash application
- Credit management
- Accounts Receivable
- Collections experience
- Customer Relations
- Financial records and reporting
- Cash Management
- Staff Management
- Account Reconciliation
- Account Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Transaction Processing
- Statement preparation
- Account updating
- Report reviewing
- Payment schedule determination
- Customer Service
- Multitasking and Organization
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
Timeline
Accounts Receivable Coordinator
Michigan Masonic Home
12.2022 - Current
Oral Historian Intern
Ripon College
01.2022 - 05.2022
Finance Intern
Masonic Pathways
06.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural AnthropologySociologyHistory
Ripon College
High School Diploma -
Saint Louis High School
Master of Arts - Museums Studies
University of Oklahoma
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