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Donna Perez

Byram,MS

Summary


Detail-oriented professional with strong background in managing accounts payable and receivable functions. Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate financial records and streamline invoice processing. Proven track record of utilizing analytical skills and attention to detail to ensure timely payments and collections.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Delta Industries
04.2024 - 03.2025
  • Utilized Microsoft Excel,and Accounting Software (Integra, Sage, Sharepoint and others) to manage invoices and payments.
  • Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to verify payments and resolve variances.
  • Optimized revenue recovery efforts by utilizing negotiation skills in resolving complex issues related to past due invoices or disputed charges.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing prompt, courteous service when addressing billing concerns or inquiries.
  • Maintained accurate financial records with meticulous attention to detail in data entry and account management.
  • Minimized bad debt write-offs, closely monitoring account statuses and initiating preemptive collection efforts.
  • Strengthened relationships with key clients by providing personalized account management services.
  • Ensured timely collection of payments by following up on outstanding invoices and negotiating with delinquent accounts.
  • Improved client satisfaction with clear, timely communication regarding billing issues and inquiries.
  • Collaborated with sales team to align billing practices with customer contracts, ensuring compliance and satisfaction.
  • Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
  • Reviewed accounts on monthly basis to assess aging and pursue collection of funds.
  • Strengthened relationships with clients by maintaining open communication channels regarding invoicing and payment schedules.

Title Clerk/Accounting Clerk

Mercedes Benz of Jackson
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Process all new and used vehicles for registration in the state in which they will be titled
  • Prepares tax and title documents
  • Submits all legal transfer work to the Department of Motor Vehicles
  • Verify that funds have been collected and the correct lienholder paid off before processing title applications
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail in verifying ownership documents and registration forms.
  • Communicated with customers to resolve common title issues.
  • Expedited the title transfer process, closely monitoring timelines and proactively addressing any potential delays.
  • Coordinated efforts between sales staff, finance managers, and DMV offices to provide clients with prompt service regarding their vehicle titles.
  • Assisted customers with complex title issues, providing guidance and support throughout the resolution process.
  • Utilize ATC to process out-of-state title work
  • Provide customer service to customers regarding title and tax inquiries.

Accounts Payable Specialist/Financial Administrator

Capstone Logistics
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Processed, verified and reconciled all incoming weekly/monthly vendor invoices.
  • Reconcile all internal customer (Nissan) invoices and process wire transfer payments as needed.
  • Verify and record all charges to be billed back to customer (Nissan)
  • Place all weekly purchase orders while observing inventory requirements and departmental budgets
  • Prepare all reports regarding weekly and monthly budgets, KPI reports, accruals, etc.
  • Prepare and approve vendor checks, maintaining detailed records of all transactions in
  • Report weekly & monthly accruals to corporate accounting and management.
  • Check accuracy of inventory against purchase orders monthly
  • Communicate extensively with upper management and vendors on payments, invoice errors, and any account questions
  • Collaborated with vendors on invoice errors, maintaining excellent customer service reputation for company
  • Assist and complete weekly and monthly close activities.
  • Process and approve all staffing agency invoices/payment requests including timecard accuracy for all temporary employees.
  • Provide customer service for vendors
  • Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Facilitated dispute resolution between company departments and vendors regarding payment issues or discrepancies in invoicing.
  • Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
  • Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
  • Updated vendor information regularly, ensuring accurate contact details and banking information for prompt payments.
  • Maintained compliance with internal controls and external regulations related to accounts payable processes.
  • Collaborated with procurement team to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received.
  • Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements by providing accurate accounts payable information.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy through diligent reconciliation of vendor statements and company records.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
  • Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.
  • Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Input financial data and produced reports.
  • Optimized cost control measures, identifying areas for expense reduction without compromising quality or service levels.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures, improving timeliness and reliability of financial data presented to stakeholders.
  • Maintained an organized filing system for all financial documents, ensuring easy access during audits or other reviews as needed.
  • Updated daily transaction records to assist with payroll and billing administration.
  • Reconciled and approved bi-weekly payroll for temporary employees and maintained all associated files.

Temporary Assignments Accts Payable & Receivable

TEMPSTAFF
07.2020 - 01.2022

Below are the following assignments I temporarily filled while employed by Tempstaff:

Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist

Ben Nelson Golf & Outdoor
  • Process/post all daily payments including checks, direct deposits, virtual payments and Cash.
  • Prepare and deliver daily bank deposits.
  • A/R reconciliation and rebate & marketing program maintenance.
  • Collections calls for past due customers with 60, 90, 120 plus past due balances.
  • Provide customer service for all incoming calls regarding receivables/payables
  • Office maintenance including all mailings, filing, company/employee records.
  • Assist in weekly accounts payable invoice reconciliation and check processing
  • Prepare and review all outgoing customer statements

Office Assistant

Collins, Barr & Hembree, Ltd.
  • Assist in preparing annual tax returns including processing original documents and final returns. Preparation experience includes: Individual, K1, Partnership, estate & trust returns.
  • Maintained positive relationships with clients, handled daily phone calls and emails.
  • Prepare & maintain accounting & financial documents for in house HOA accounts. Includes: Monthly Statements & billing. Daily deposits and/accounts receivable.
  • Posting payments to customer ledger utilizing quick books & PM Software.
  • Maintain functionality of office equipment, mail distribution, inventory of office supplies including ordering and accounts payable.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Koch Foods
  • Approve invoices for payment including populating data in A/P system.
  • Contact customers & internal departments regarding invoice discrepancies.
  • Maintain customer portfolio for A/P processing for over175 vendors.
  • Process all outgoing checks on a weekly basis.
  • Maintain departmental filing and record keeping.

Call Center Representative

Mississippi 811
  • Answer incoming calls from members, contactors & public individuals scheduling utility line locating prior to digging by providing exact underground line location coordinates.
  • Receive and escalate incoming calls regarding utility damage and navigate to the correct party.
  • Provide professional customer service for all incoming callers.

Office Manager/Administrative Assistant

Gulf Coast Painters
11.2011 - 07.2020


  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by developing effective client feedback system that led to service improvements.
  • Managed scheduling and coordination of all office meetings to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
  • Reduced overhead costs significantly through negotiation of vendor contracts for office supplies and services.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each job.
  • Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.

Education

Associate Degree - General Studies – Accounting

Hinds Community College

Early Elementary Education Major / Math Minor (Earned 82 Credits)

Dominican College
Blauvelt, New York

Regents High School Diploma - Emphasis in Business

Tappan Zee High School
Orangeburg, New York

Skills

  • Strong written & oral communication
  • Strong Time management skills
  • Complex problem solving
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Invoice processing
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Payment processing
  • Financial software proficiency
  • Credit control
  • Debt collection
  • Month-end closing
  • Problem resolution
  • Account reconciliation
  • Statement reconciliation
  • Financial reporting

Timeline

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Delta Industries
04.2024 - 03.2025

Title Clerk/Accounting Clerk

Mercedes Benz of Jackson
01.2024 - 04.2024

Accounts Payable Specialist/Financial Administrator

Capstone Logistics
10.2022 - 04.2023

Temporary Assignments Accts Payable & Receivable

TEMPSTAFF
07.2020 - 01.2022

Office Manager/Administrative Assistant

Gulf Coast Painters
11.2011 - 07.2020

Office Assistant

Collins, Barr & Hembree, Ltd.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Koch Foods

Call Center Representative

Mississippi 811

Early Elementary Education Major / Math Minor (Earned 82 Credits)

Dominican College

Regents High School Diploma - Emphasis in Business

Tappan Zee High School

Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist

Ben Nelson Golf & Outdoor

Associate Degree - General Studies – Accounting

Hinds Community College
Donna Perez