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Desiree Lucas

Accounts Payable Specialist
Hickory,NC

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Clerk

The City of Fellsmere
Fellsmere, FL
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Provided administrative support for payroll processing activities.
  • Reconciled bank accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of balances.
  • Maintained accurate client files and updated customer information as needed.
  • Generated spreadsheets to track daily transactions, expenses, revenues.
  • Processed accounts receivable payments and deposits.
  • Managed bi-weekly payroll for 42 salaried and hourly employees.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Developed onboarding materials and presented orientation sessions for new hires.
  • Updated employee records in HR database system.
  • Prepared documents for termination processes such as exit interviews and severance packages.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and sensitivity.
  • Maintained employee files in compliance with applicable legal requirements.

Associate

Graphite Financial
Orlando, FL
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Reviewed and verified the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various records.
  • Prepared monthly closing entries to generate accurate financial reports for management review.
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues across departments to resolve any discrepancies or errors identified in the course of performing duties.
  • Reconciled balance sheet accounts such as cash, accounts receivable, inventory, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.
  • Maintained general ledger accounts by verifying, allocating, posting transactions; resolving discrepancies.
  • Performed monthly account reconciliations for multiple client entities including bank reconciliations.

Accounting/Collections Coordinator

Eclipse Advantage
Melbourne, FL
09.2018 - 06.2021
  • Verified accuracy of invoices, bills, and other financial documents prior to submission for payment processing.
  • Attended meetings with clients and customers in order to discuss payment arrangements or resolve conflicts.
  • Conducted research on customers to ensure accurate contact information was on file.
  • Collaborated closely with accounting staff on billing issues impacting collections efforts.
  • Negotiated payment plans with customers in order to bring accounts current.
  • Maintained detailed records of collection activity and account information.
  • Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
  • Assisted with preparing journal entries related to accounts payable transactions.
  • Generated 1099 forms at year end for reporting purposes.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of vendor accounts to identify opportunities for cost savings or process improvements.
  • Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Analyzed purchase orders, contracts, invoices, check requests and other documents related to the accounts payable cycle.
  • Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Reconciled vendor statements, investigated and resolved discrepancies.
  • Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status or payment issues.
  • Ensured proper authorization for all purchases made by the organization.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.
  • Developed processes and procedures related to accounts payable operations.
  • Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
  • Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policy guidelines.
  • Verified accuracy of coding on invoices prior to processing payments.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
  • Managed vendor relationships through prompt communication of payment information.
  • Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Prepared and updated vendor files, tax documents and insurance information.
  • Worked closely with department personnel to produce accurate and timely bills.
  • Interfaced and responded to inquiries to correct accounts payable discrepancies.
  • Worked with purchasing group to resolve purchase order matching issues.
  • Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.
  • Took advantage of discount opportunities by paying vendors within payment terms.
  • Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
  • Prepared and processed invoices, bills, and payments timely.
  • Compiled data for tax preparation and submission annually.
  • Assisted in monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
  • Ensured proper documentation of all accounting processes and procedures.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during annual audit process.
  • Verified the accuracy of vendor invoices before payment processing.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Accounts Payable Representative

Avalon Flooring
Cherry Hill, NJ
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
  • Processed payments and applied to customer balances.
  • Researched accounts and completed due diligence to resolve collection problems.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.

Accounts Payable/Senior Payroll Specialist

Mat's Pharmacy And Medical Supply
Croydon, PA
01.2016 - 07.2017
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
  • Stored office and client records on secured server to prevent data losses, conducting regular backups.

Project Administrator

Toll Brothers
Mount Laurel, NJ
02.2014 - 07.2016
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Executed on-time, under-budget project management on complex financial issues for senior leadership.
  • Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs ranging from small to large budgets.
  • Avoided construction delays by efficiently following through with site inspections.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL
09-2020

Skills

  • Reconciling charges
  • Word Processing
  • Team building
  • Task Prioritization
  • Analytical Skills
  • al Skills
  • Goal Setting
  • Time Management
  • Written Communication
  • Payroll
  • Payroll
  • Expense Reports
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • and Time Management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Training and Development

Timeline

Account Clerk

The City of Fellsmere
11.2023 - 05.2024

Associate

Graphite Financial
02.2023 - 08.2023

Accounting/Collections Coordinator

Eclipse Advantage
09.2018 - 06.2021

Accounts Payable Representative

Avalon Flooring
07.2017 - 07.2018

Accounts Payable/Senior Payroll Specialist

Mat's Pharmacy And Medical Supply
01.2016 - 07.2017

Project Administrator

Toll Brothers
02.2014 - 07.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

American InterContinental University

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