Denise M Harris
TCI International Inc
San Leandro,CA
22
years of professional experience
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist with 30+ years of experience in accounts payable operations, reconciliation, and vendor management. Skilled in leveraging accounting systems (Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Coupa) to streamline processes, reduce discrepancies, and improve efficiency. Proven ability to lead process improvements, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure SOX compliance.
Skills
Invoice processing
SOX compliance
Accounting Systems: Oracle
SAP
Netsuite
QuickBooks
Concur
Coupa
PeopleSoft
Tools: Microsoft Excel
Teams
Outlook
SharePoint
Expense reconciliation
Vendor management
Receipt management
Issue resolution
Account reconciliation
Collaboration and teamwork
Client support
Work History
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
10 Months- Support the accounting operations of a global communications intelligence company serving defense, intelligence, and law enforcement organizations across 100+ countries.
- Process and manage approximately 1,200 vendor invoices monthly across a portfolio of 550 vendors, ensuring accuracy, timely payments, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Maintain vendor accounts and resolve invoice discrepancies to support accurate financial records and efficient accounts payable operations.
- Manage and Reconcile 9 Purchase Cards (PO & Non-PO)
- Coordinate payment processing and invoice approvals, monitor outstanding invoices, and help ensure vendors are paid accurately and within established payment terms.
- Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable records, identify discrepancies, and research outstanding balances to maintain accurate financial records.
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
2 Years 9 Months- Lead AP operations including daily rejection and exception report reviews, ensuring compliance with SOX and internal controls.
- Partner with business units to resolve discrepancies, reducing invoice aging and improving vendor satisfaction.
- Process weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, checks) with 100% on-time compliance.
- Perform monthly reconciliations for direct debit vendors, clearing items within 2 days of bank pull.
- Support automation initiatives, collaborating with IT and finance to streamline AP processes.
- Streamlined invoice processing using SAP and Oracle systems, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
- Led month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely and precise financial reporting for senior management.
Accounts Payable Specialist
3 Years 7 Months- Processed 1,000+ invoices monthly while ensuring compliance with SOX.
- Streamlined invoice validation processes, reducing discrepancies and enhancing payment accuracy.
- Reduced invoice discrepancies by implementing improved validation processes.
- Managed processing of over 1,000 invoices monthly, ensuring compliance with SOX regulations.
- Coordinated with internal teams to improve accounts payable reporting and strengthen vendor communication.
Accounts Payable Accountant
1 Year 7 Months- Processed and validated 500+ invoices weekly, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Maintained AP reports in Excel to facilitate timely month-end and year-end close activities.
- Managed vendor communications to resolve disputes and payment issues, enhancing vendor relationships and ensuring payment accuracy.
- Supported expense reporting for 24 departments and ensured accurate account coding.
Accounts Payable Clerk
5 Months- Processed 75+ invoices and expense reports weekly, ensuring timely and accurate payment using Sitel and Chrome River.
- Managed multiple projects, consistently meeting deadlines to support operational efficiency.
- Provided reconciliation support to internal and external clients.
Accounts Payable Specialist
1 Year- Processed vendor invoices and employee expense reports in Oracle, ensuring timely payment and accurate record-keeping.
- Performed 3-way match for all PO-related transactions and resolved discrepancies.
- Resolved vendor and internal inquiries promptly, contributing to reduction of invoice backlog.
- Reviewed, validated, and coded 50+ invoices weekly, maintaining accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Finance System Analyst
1 YearAccounts Payable Clerk
1 YearSenior Project Accountant
5 YearsAccounts Payable Specialist
2 YearsEducation
Business Administration
High School Diploma
Additional Experience
- Finance System Analyst | Kaiser Permanente | 2013–2014
- Accounts Payable Clerk | MongoDB | 2012–2013
- Senior Project Accountant | Wind River Systems | 2007–2012
- Accounts Payable Specialist | Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants | 2005–2007
Personal Information
Title: Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Timeline
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
TCI International Inc
12.2025 - CurrentRead More
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Exelixis Inc
01.2023 - 10.2025Read More
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Volta Industries
03.2019 - 10.2022Read More
Accounts Payable Accountant
Singulex, Inc.
05.2017 - 12.2018Read More
Accounts Payable Clerk
Berkeley Research Group LLC
09.2015 - 02.2016Read More
Accounts Payable Specialist
Rainin Instrument
09.2014 - 09.2015Read More
Finance System Analyst
Kaiser Permanente
01.2013 - 01.2014Read More
Accounts Payable Clerk
MongoDB
01.2012 - 01.2013Read More
Senior Project Accountant
Wind River Systems
01.2007 - 01.2012Read More
Accounts Payable Specialist
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
01.2005 - 01.2007Read More
Holy Names High School
High School Diploma
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Chabot College
Business Administration
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