George Escobar
Tustin,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Starbucks Coffee Company, excelling in cross-functional coordination and incident management. Proven track record in resolving complex accounting discrepancies and optimizing processes. Adept at training development and fostering team collaboration, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Service Delivery Rep
STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
Seattle, WA
08.2023 - Current
- Worked alongside Learning team to formulate onboarding and training frameworks for department and role
- Developed and mentored new hires, ensuring understanding and complete knowledge transfer by shadowing, conducting open office hours and job aid documentation
- Investigated and addressed discrepancies linked to payments, project holds, accounting mismatches, system errors, and outstanding purchase order receipts from prior periods.
- Resolved accounting issues for internal partners and suppliers through strategic solutions.
- Coordinated efforts with purchasing, sourcing, facilities, and logistics teams
Accounts Payable Specialist
Alteryx, Inc
Irvine, CA
12.2019 - 04.2023
- Managed invoice processing using 2-way and 3-way purchase order matching, applying amortization to service invoices where relevant.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes.
- Administered payment processes for vendors and employees using ERP system while overseeing international remittances through online banking portal.
- Compiled invoices for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accruals, delivering comprehensive support and documentation
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
St John Knits
Irvine, CA
07.2015 - 11.2019
- Maintained financial accounts for IT, facilities, warehouse, maintenance and international manufacturing vendors.
- Optimized departmental operations by designing templates, workflow charts, and spreadsheets with Excel.
- Reviewed reports each day to identify and resolve billing issues.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure timely payment of invoices.
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Collectors Universe
Santa Ana, CA
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Oversaw full-cycle Accounts Payable, issuing checks biweekly
- Worked closely with purchasing and receiving for accurate counts for inventory.
- Process vendor invoices for timely payment and record-keeping.
Logistics Supervisor
Incipio Group
Irvine, California
10.2012 - 09.2014
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with vendors to streamline supply chain activities.
- Managed scheduling of shipments and transportation resources effectively.
- Organized transportation of goods in accordance with customer requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University – Chico
Chico, CA12-2020
Associate of Arts - History
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA12-2018
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Training development
- Effective communication
- Cross-functional coordination
- Incident management
- Analytical skills
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Volunteer Experience
- Homework Tutor - After School Program - Boys & Girls Club of Santa Ana
Tutored and provided homework assistance for children from third to fifth grade
Spoke with parents regarding childs homework and concerns
- Youth President and Treasurer - Apostolic Assembly
Mentor for high school and college-aged youth ministries
Helped high school seniors with college and financial aid applications.
In charge of allocation funds for activities and group outings
Timeline
Senior Service Delivery Rep
STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
08.2023 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
Alteryx, Inc
12.2019 - 04.2023
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
St John Knits
07.2015 - 11.2019
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Collectors Universe
10.2014 - 05.2015
Logistics Supervisor
Incipio Group
10.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University – Chico
Associate of Arts - History
Coastline Community College