Grace Simpson
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
Recent accounting graduate with hands on experience in accounts receivable, payable, and reconciliation. Proven ability to minimize discrepancies through effective collaboration and data analysis. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and committed to enhancing customer service, resulting in timely payment processing and improved operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Assistant
Access Systems
Waukee, Iowa
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted in implementing and testing an automated payment application process in eAutomate to monitor open payments and invoices on leasing accounts, minimizing the chance of manual errors.
- Performed daily application and monthly reviews of payments received for leased customer contracts to ensure accurate payment application, collaborating with the billing department to resolve variances and resulting in major reductions in discrepancies on leased accounts.
- Collaborated with data analysts to create and utilize monthly reconciliation reports tailored to specific leasing partners, resolving aged items and resulting in all leased accounts being reconciled within three months of currency.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for timely payment processing in Accounts Payable.
Order Processor
The Container Store
West Des Moines, Iowa
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Fulfilled custom space orders and reconciled inventory daily to maintain accuracy and support efficient operations.
- Trained others in the order fulfillment process and took shifts leading the sales floor, effectively mentoring a team of associates to achieve sales targets and assist customers.
- Collaborated with sales, customer service, and custom space designers to proactively communicate and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Identified upselling and cross-selling opportunities, enhancing overall customer experience and increasing average order value.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
04-2026
Associates of Arts / Associates of Science -
Clinton Community College
05-2022
Skills
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Account Reconciliation
- Microsoft Excel
- Journal Entries
- Data Entry
- Calendar Management
- Customer Service
- Professional Communication
Timeline
Accounting Assistant
Access Systems
09.2023 - 10.2024
Order Processor
The Container Store
02.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
Associates of Arts / Associates of Science -
Clinton Community College