Elisha Grismore
Missouri City
Summary
Accomplished AP Accountant with a proven track record at Applied Optoelectronics Inc, enhancing cash management through strategic negotiations and optimizing accounts payable processes. Skilled in journal entries and fostering team collaboration, I significantly improved workflow efficiency and financial accuracy. My expertise in accounts payable software and commitment to excellence have driven substantial improvements in financial operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
AP Accountant - Contract
Applied Optoelectronics Inc
01.2025 - Current
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving overall cash management strategies.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by regularly reviewing and updating AP procedures and documentation.
- Improved cash flow management with timely payment scheduling and vendor negotiations.
- Prepared schedules and analyses to support finance function.
- Effectively managed high-volume invoices, ensuring timely payment and data accuracy.
- Participated in cross-functional projects that improved financial processes across the organization.
Accidental Insurance Claims Adjuster
Assurance Resources
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely updates and resolutions to their claims inquiries.
- Developed positive relationships with policyholders, fostering trust through transparency during the claim process.
- Identified fraudulent activities through diligent investigation, protecting company assets from potential losses.
- Fostered a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues, promoting collaboration and teamwork.
- Managed catastrophe situations effectively, addressing urgent claims needs quickly and compassionately.
- Assisted policyholders in understanding the complexities of their coverage plans, helping them make informed decisions about their claims.
Senior Accountant
Houston Federal Credit Union
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
Sr Accounts Payable
SAExploration
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Received vendor invoices, validated for accuracy and routed for approval to prepare for payment processing.
- Processed daily invoices, check requests and wire transfers of foreign and domestic currency.
- Researched and resolved invoice and payment issues for internal employees and external vendors.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Empyrean Benefits Solutions
10.2007 - 01.2018
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX05-2017
Skills
- Journal entries
- Claims investigation
- Audit support
- Accounts payable software
- Accounts payable auditing
- Bank reconciliation
Timeline
AP Accountant - Contract
Applied Optoelectronics Inc
01.2025 - Current
Accidental Insurance Claims Adjuster
Assurance Resources
02.2023 - 10.2024
Senior Accountant
Houston Federal Credit Union
08.2019 - 12.2021
Sr Accounts Payable
SAExploration
01.2018 - 08.2019
Accounts Payable Specialist
Empyrean Benefits Solutions
10.2007 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Dallas Baptist University
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