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Gina Benbenek

Lakewood,California

Summary

Dedicated professional with a proven history of meeting company goals utilizing strong accounting and administrative abilities. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best meet and exceed the organizational goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

A/R SPECIALIST

TRAK Machine Tools
03.2023 - Current
  • Maintained detailed records of over 500 accounts, ensuring timely payments are being made, accuracy and completeness of financial data.
  • Responsible for maintaining over 600 open RMA's using system data and mail merge functions to correspond and reconcile CORE and new returns.
  • Assisted with credit analysis for new clients, conducting thorough research and providing recommendations based on risk profiles and payment history.
  • Adapted quickly to changing business needs or priorities, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to continuous improvement in A/R operations.

OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

Ferguson Enterprises
01.2015 - 02.2023
  • Completed deep dive review of invoicing and credits each day looking at GP, sales tax, freight and delivery costing.
  • Reviewed core costing vs average costing adjusting with file maintenance or CRB.
  • Review and process refunds on accounts when customer used deposit option..
  • Created debit memos and secured RGA's for shipping errors, tracking to completion.
  • Directed daily inventory analysis and cycle count requests and recon of 6M WMS store.
  • Inventory adjustments made daily to reconcile our two inventory databases.
  • Implemented APC recons researching all PO variances and inventory discrepancies using three way match.
  • Allocation of material to orders as requested by sales.
  • Initiated freight claims, making entry to GL for reconciliation and collection.

DISTRICT CONTROLLER

Ferguson Enterprises
05.2013 - 01.2015
  • Developed and monitored annual budgets for four sales districts, with 18 locations.
  • Prepare detailed financial statements for management review.
  • Debrief with DMs each month to identify trends and future events, making statement notes for upper management review
  • Fixed Asset recons, research and GL adjustments needed.
  • Analyze financial trends to identify opportunities for cost savings.
  • Assisted in fixed asset amortization schedules and new facility cost analysis.
  • Creation and analysis of customer rebates, assuring ongoing benefit to our bottom line.
  • Monthly IT asset lease review for 150 associates, tracking new and expiring assets, representing thousands in savings.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Ferguson Enterprises
01.2010 - 05.2013
  • Prepared detailed P & L statements for 7 locations for management review, responsible for all accrual schedules and entry.
  • G/L analysis of key accounts preparing schedules and reviewing discrepancies.
  • Mentored 2 AP staff members and oversaw their performance in high volume department.
  • Reconciled 3 bank accounts, ensuring accuracy and that theft/fraud were properly investigated.
  • Review AP discounts on weekly basis assuring all possible amounts are taken.
  • HR and Facilities management for 7 locations.



HR MANAGER

The Plumbers Warehouse
05.2001 - 01.2010
  • Generalist handling all PR and HR functions for 7 locations with 200 associates using ADP and Kronos.
  • Coordinated review process, coaching managers on best practices for success and correction.
  • Certification in Predictive Index, analyzing applicant surveys for "fit" in position.
  • Co-presented development courses to front facing associates.
  • Advised on legal policy matters, such as EEO, FMLA and WC, tracking same for compliance.
  • Handled terminations as needed, with exit paperwork, EDD and COBRA timelines met.
  • Conducted and reviewed all accident investigations, providing safety re-training.
  • Followup to carrier on cases of fraud and WCIRB audits to protect our future rates.
  • Responsible for OSHA adherence, performing periodic audits at all locations.
  • Facility repair and upgrades working with vendors on quotes and project requirements.

Education

Culinary Arts

Cypress College
Cypress, CA

Skills

  • MS Office 365
  • Operations review and analysis
  • GL Account Audit & Reconciliation
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Inventory Analysis
  • Bank Account Reconciliations

Certification

Achieve Global Trainer

Predictive Index Certification

Timeline

A/R SPECIALIST

TRAK Machine Tools
03.2023 - Current

OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

Ferguson Enterprises
01.2015 - 02.2023

DISTRICT CONTROLLER

Ferguson Enterprises
05.2013 - 01.2015

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Ferguson Enterprises
01.2010 - 05.2013

HR MANAGER

The Plumbers Warehouse
05.2001 - 01.2010

Culinary Arts

Cypress College

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