ELIZABETH CIRI
Redding
Summary
Accounts Payable/Receivable Manager with an exceptional client satisfaction record and work ethic. Strong multitasker able to manage multiple accounting projects with accuracy and professionalism. Able to work well independently or lead small and large accounting teams.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist
Mitsubishi HC Capital America
07.2024 - Current
- Review invoices for proper coding, appropriate documentation, and in line with procurement policy.
- Review employee expense reports for proper coding, appropriate proof of expense, and in line with T&E policy.
- Review and post manual wire/ACH disbursement batches.
- Enter manual check request into the AP sub-ledger.
- Reconcile corporate credit card statement monthly.
- Process company payments to be disbursed via check weekly.
- Process and maintain new vendor set up to ensure proper documentation obtained before first payment is made.
- Assist with internal and external audit requests.
- Resolves discrepancies on vendor accounts by interfacing with other departments, vendors or contractors.
Finance Manager
COLANGELO S.M.
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Process vendor invoices through Microsoft Dynamics SL ~Issue ACH, checks payments
- Reconcile bank statement to general ledger ~ Enter any necessary journal entries
- Apply incoming payments to aged accounts receivable
- Generate client billings
Accounts Payable Specialist
REED’S INC
12.2020 - 09.2023
- Reconstructed vendor and GL code mapping within Concur and NetSuite
- Brought overdue vendor invoices down from over 190 days to 30-day terms
- Improved communications with current and new vendors
- Assist with month-end closing, and audit preparations
- Process weekly AP aging report for check run
- Work closely with Inventory specialist on receipt of goods for associated invoices resulting in a process improvement and accuracy of inventory
- Provide any necessary support to the management team including new employee onboarding
- Short term coverage for accounts receivable; posting cash to open receivables, identify deductions/short pay, provide open accounts receivables to clients; including collection calls
Accounts Payable Manager
EPSILON
06.2007 - 05.2020
- Managed and directed the activities of accounts payable staff of five in processing daily tasks
- Trained and developed staff assuring the responsibilities of the position is clearly defined
- Prepared and administered yearly performance reviews for staff
- Ensured all invoices were audited with proper authorization before submitting through Oracle PeopleSoft
- Managed T&E classifications for accuracy to appropriate general ledger accounts
- Interacted with vendors to assure a satisfactory relationship
- Recommended weekly disbursement requirements based on priorities set for vendors
- Processed weekly check runs and check requests as required
- Prepared 1099's and submitted to third party for filing
- Answered various internal and external department inquiries, such as requests for general ledger detail report, vendor/expense payment status, and vendor approval
- Prepared journal entries for review
- Monthly analysis of all invoices entered ensuring proper general ledger coding
- Identified incoming wire and lockbox deposits, research receivable and applied to proper client invoice
- Prepare bank deposits
Reporting Analyst
SIRVA RELOCATION
01.2001 - 01.2007
Reporting Analyst
PINNACLE GROUP ASSOCIATES
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Additional previous work history
Education
Associate of Science - Education
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL1983
Skills
- Credit card reconciliation
- Invoice processing
- Payment processing
- Workflow coordination
- Audit support
- 1099 preparation
- Vendor relations
- Vendor management
- Problem resolution
- Statement reconciliation
Timeline
Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist
Mitsubishi HC Capital America
07.2024 - Current
Finance Manager
COLANGELO S.M.
09.2023 - 03.2024
Accounts Payable Specialist
REED’S INC
12.2020 - 09.2023
Accounts Payable Manager
EPSILON
06.2007 - 05.2020
Reporting Analyst
SIRVA RELOCATION
01.2001 - 01.2007
Reporting Analyst
PINNACLE GROUP ASSOCIATES
01.1999 - 01.2001
Associate of Science - Education
Palm Beach State College