Elisabeth Cotton
Cheney,WA
Summary
Finance professional with well-rounded combination of education and experience in invoice management and financial operations. Recognized for collaborative work ethic and achieving timely, accurate results. Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain precision in high-pressure environments, with strong analytical and organizational skills. Superior communication and organizational management skills. Ability to work as a team or self-manage. Remote work capable with fully equipped home office for over 7 years.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Invoice Specialist
Novant Health, Inc
03.2025 - Current
- Processed invoices accurately and promptly to ensure timely payments.
- Managed vendor communications to resolve discrepancies and enhance relationships.
- Implemented invoice tracking systems to improve efficiency and minimize errors.
- Trained junior staff on invoice processing procedures and best practices.
Loan Officer
Creekside Mortgage
04.2022 - Current
- Analyze applicants' financial status, credit, and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans. Verifying that clients meet underwriting guidelines for specific investors based on individual financial criteria.
- Close loans within specified limits and refer loan applications to lenders for approval.
- Build trusted relationships with clients and provide positive internal and external customer service.
- Collaborate with team members to develop best practice techniques and provide reliable and trusted assistance to customers daily, helping them make informed decisions about their loan.
- Remote
HR Assistant
Healing Lodge of Seven Nations
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Documented human resources records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive personal information.
- Participated in recruitment and selection process for new hires.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
- Ensured accuracy of personnel records by meticulously maintaining confidential files and databases.
- Process purchase orders for benefits payments for the Finance Dept.
Loan Processor
Change Home Mortgage
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Reduced processing time for loan applications by implementing an organized filing system.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and company regulations through regular review of updated guidelines.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and teamwork initiatives.
- Collaborated with other departments including sales, underwriting, legal teams for seamless coordination during the entire loan process.
- Advised LO’s to comply with loan guidelines and apply best practices.
- Remote
Sr Processor & Licensed Loan Officer Assistant
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
01.2016 - 10.2020
- Developed comprehensive training materials to onboard new processors quickly and efficiently.
- Maintained strict compliance with regulatory guidelines, preventing potential penalties or delays in processing.
- Conducted regular audits of loan files to identify areas for improvement and maintain high standards of performance.
- Mentored junior processors, fostering a supportive team environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Developed strategies to streamline workflows and reduce redundancies within the processing department, leading to increased productivity levels.
- Remote
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Human Resource Management
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WAAssociate's Degree - Accounting and Business
Clark Community College
Skills
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Relationship Development
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Meeting Deadlines & Quotas
- Diversity Awareness
- Customer Service
- Communication Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Accounts payable
Certification
- NMLS #86692
- Life and Disability License
Timeline
Invoice Specialist
Novant Health, Inc
03.2025 - Current
HR Assistant
Healing Lodge of Seven Nations
10.2023 - 05.2024
Loan Officer
Creekside Mortgage
04.2022 - Current
Loan Processor
Change Home Mortgage
11.2020 - 04.2022
Sr Processor & Licensed Loan Officer Assistant
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
01.2016 - 10.2020
Associate's Degree - Accounting and Business
Clark Community College
Bachelor's Degree - Human Resource Management
Eastern Washington University
COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
- American Legion, 2012, Non-Profit Community Service
- Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University, Trainer
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
United States Air Force, Non-Commissioned Officer, Honorable Discharge