Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Location
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SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY
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Giovanna Osawaru

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented accounts payable specialist with extensive experience in administrative roles. Proven track record in invoice payment management and strengthening vendor relationships, leading to a 60% increase in workflow efficiency. Expertise in financial statement preparation and exceptional data entry proficiency contribute to achieving financial accuracy and operational excellence. Career objectives include further enhancing financial processes and supporting organizational growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Assistant

07cpas
Houston, TX
01.2025 - Current
  • Supported bookkeeping tasks such as invoicing and expense tracking.
  • Copied, sorted and filed records of office activities and business transactions.
  • Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and documents.
  • Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
  • Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.
  • Computed, recorded and proofread data or reports.

Account Payable/Administrative Assistant

Gulf coast entertainment
Houston, TX
04.2024 - 11.2024

  • Processed payroll and payroll taxes in QuickBooks.
  • Assisted in month-end close activities including preparing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations and other analyses as required.
  • Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Processed accounts payable transactions in a timely manner according to established policies and procedures.
  • Prepared checks for mailing or electronic payment processing.

  • Developed relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure prompt payment of invoices.
  • Prepared and updated vendor files, tax documents and insurance information.
  • Answered inquiries from internal departments regarding accounts payable status.
  • Supported senior leadership by producing month-end closing reports and advising on remittance for quick resolution.

AP Specialist

Houston financial solutions
Houston , TX
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Reviewed documents pertinent to the accounts payable cycle, including purchase orders and contracts.
  • Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
  • Reconciled vendor statements, investigated and resolved discrepancies.
  • Performed account reconciliations as required including bank statement reconciliation, credit card reconciliations.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of vendor accounts to identify opportunities for cost savings or process improvements.
  • Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.
  • Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policy guidelines.
  • Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Calculated income and social security tax deductions.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.

AP Specialist

Best entertainers
Houston, TX
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Processed a high volume of vendor invoices and credit memos accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Performed data entry duties into accounting software system as needed.
  • Conducted audits of various financial documents such as purchase orders, invoices, checks.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable processes.
  • Verified employee expense reports prior to reimbursement according to company policy.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during periodic financial reviews.
  • Assisted with special projects as needed from time-to-time by senior management.
  • Developed and implemented procedures for efficient workflow within Accounts Payable department.

AP Coordinator

Sage hospitality group
Los Angeles, CA
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Verified that all documentation was complete before entering data into the accounting system.
  • Researched and resolved payment discrepancies with vendors.
  • Maintained an accurate record of all transactions in the accounting system.
  • Served as main point of contact for resolving any vendor inquiries or issues related to invoice processing or payments.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Investigated disputes raised by customers regarding their account balances or invoice charges.

Account Payable Intern

Pacific coast accounting
Los Angeles, CA
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Researched and resolved discrepancies on vendor statements.
  • Generated reports on Accounts Payable activity as requested by management.
  • Reconciled vendor statements against internal ledgers for accuracy.
  • Reviewed vendor accounts to ensure accuracy of balances.
  • Maintained accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
  • Processed invoices and payments in a timely manner.
  • Performed account analysis of supplier accounts on a regular basis.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Igbinedion University Okada
Benin City, Nigeria
03-2016

Bachelor of Arts -

Academy of Arts
New Jersey

Skills

  • Regulatory Audit Support
  • Invoice Payment Management
  • Procurement Order Coordination
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Invoice processing
  • Expense reporting
  • Cost accounting
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Payment verification
  • Check processing
  • General accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Bill payment
  • Wire transfers
  • Finances
  • Data entry proficiency

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the month
  • client recognition
  • leadership awards

Location

Houston, TX 77057

Languages

English
Full Professional

SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY

quickbooks, net suite, Microsoft excel, microsoft dynamics, sage, sap.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Office Assistant

07cpas
01.2025 - Current

Account Payable/Administrative Assistant

Gulf coast entertainment
04.2024 - 11.2024

AP Specialist

Houston financial solutions
08.2023 - 03.2024

AP Specialist

Best entertainers
06.2022 - 06.2023

AP Coordinator

Sage hospitality group
10.2021 - 05.2022

Account Payable Intern

Pacific coast accounting
01.2021 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Igbinedion University Okada

Bachelor of Arts -

Academy of Arts

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