Donia Rocco
Carmel
Summary
Detail-oriented accounts payable professional with expertise in invoice processing, compliance auditing, and vendor management. Proven ability to streamline operations and enhance financial reporting accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Lead/Supervisor
University Corporation at Monterey Bay
Monterey
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Managed daily operations of the accounts payable department, including training new staff members.
- Oversaw daily accounts payable transactions for University Corporation at Monterey Bay, ensuring accurate processing and compliance.
- Reviewed and verified invoices for accuracy and compliance with policies.
- Processed vendor payments using financial software systems effectively.
- Facilitated account reconciliation and timely resolution of discrepancies, enhancing financial accuracy.
- Collaborated with departments to ensure timely invoice approvals and payments.
- Generated monthly Accounts Payable aging report for management review.
- Managed coordination of year-end 1099 reporting with outside tax advisors, ensuring compliance and timely submission.
- Provided support during audits by preparing necessary documentation and reports.
- Prepared journal entries related to accounts payable activities for month-end close process.
Accounts Payable Staff Accountant
Language Line Solutions, Inc
Monterey
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Processed accounts payable transactions accurately and timely.
- Generated comprehensive financial reports for management review, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement, to inform strategic decision-making.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to compile and analyze financial data for accurate reporting.
- Supported external audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for accounting functions to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
- Participated in special projects to enhance team efficiency.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Exellegence
Monterey
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed high-volume invoice processing independently, ensuring adherence to established timelines and procedures.
- Processed invoices with high accuracy and efficiency using accounting software to support timely payment cycles.
- Processed accounts payable transactions in a timely manner according to established policies and procedures.
- Verified payment approvals and ensured compliance with company policies to maintain financial integrity.
- Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices.
- Assisted in month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts payable records.
- Prepared weekly reports on outstanding payments for management review.
Accounts Payable Manager
Pysgnosis
Foster City
03.2000 - 04.2012
- Streamlined invoice processing and approval workflow to ensure timely payments.
- Audited invoices for accuracy and resolved discrepancies to uphold financial integrity.
- Ensured all payments were made in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
- Cultivated vendor relationships to maintain compliance and effectively resolve disputes.
- Reviewed expense reports for accuracy and adherence to company guidelines.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for audits and regulatory compliance.
- Trained and mentored staff on payment procedures and software systems.
- Prepared weekly check runs for approval by management or executive staff members.
- Worked cross-functionally with various teams and departments to improve operations.
Education
General Studies
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CASkills
- Accounts payable software
- Invoice processing
- Invoice reconciliation
- Vendor management
- Financial reporting
- Expense management
- Month-end closing
- Year-end close
- Tax compliance
- GAAP principles
- Audit support
- Compliance auditing
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts reconciliation
- International invoicing
- Vendor engagement
- Microsoft Excel
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Timeline
Accounts Payable Lead/Supervisor
University Corporation at Monterey Bay
04.2025 - 07.2025
Accounts Payable Staff Accountant
Language Line Solutions, Inc
04.2024 - 04.2025
Accounts Payable Specialist
Exellegence
07.2023 - 11.2024
Accounts Payable Manager
Pysgnosis
03.2000 - 04.2012
General Studies
Monterey Peninsula College