Highly experienced Accounting Specialist with a strong background in the insurance and nonprofit sectors. Demonstrates expertise in financial software such as SAP, Excel, and QuickBooks, alongside a proven track record of leading teams towards enhanced financial reporting accuracy and efficiency. Skilled in improving processes and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accounting Specialist II (Team Lead)
TMNA Services/Philadelphia Insurance Companies
Bala Cynwyd, PA
01.2022 - Current
Lead a team to ensure accurate and timely accounts payable records under the Accounts Payable Manager's supervision
Manage processing of vendor invoices, purchase orders, and transactions for 100 offices nationwide
Oversaw the issuance of company credit cards and managed processing of checks, wires, ACH, and virtual payables
Provide guidance on expense coding and interface with other departments to resolve vendor disputes
Performed month-end account analysis, prepared journal entries, and supported financial reporting requirements
Maintain vendor files in SAP/Concur, implement internal controls, and assist in annual audits
Commitment to meeting financial reporting deadlines and serve as a backup to other accounting personnel
Key Achievements: Enhanced accuracy and efficiency in the accounts payable process
Improved internal controls and compliance with GAAP.
Senior Accounting Specialist I
TMNA Services/Philadelphia Insurance Companies
Bala Cynwyd, PA
01.2018 - 01.2022
Adhered to company accounting practices, ensuring accurate and timely completion of accounts payable records for 64 offices nationwide
Reconciled company issued credit card statements, processed payment checks, and assisted with expense coding and budget allocation
Conducted account analysis for month end, provided journal entries for accruals, and fulfilled financial analysis and reporting requests
Maintained vendor files in SAP/Concur and upheld internal controls
Assisted in annual audits by providing accounts payable documentation
Key Achievements: Assisted on a team with implementation of month end closing system Blackline
Successfully managed accounts payable functions, contributing to accurate financial reporting
Supported audit processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Accounting Specialist
TMNA Services/Philadelphia Insurance Companies
Bala Cynwyd, PA
01.2012 - 01.2018
Received and documented individual invoices, entered invoices into Concur/SAP systems, and prepared accounts payable checks
Managed petty cash disbursement, taxes, and purchase orders, and balanced accounts payable reports
Maintained and filed invoices and supporting documentation by vendor name
Processed payments for monthly rent and board fees, and prepared month end reports
Key Achievements: Streamlined invoice processing and improved accuracy in accounts payable records.
Office Manager/Bookkeeper
Valley Youth House/AICenter
Philadelphia, PA
01.2009 - 01.2012
Supervised the administrative team, reviewed, coded, and batched invoices for accounts payable
Ensured accurate recording of payable accounts and appropriate authorization for payments
Reconciled petty cash and transportation funds, managed new employee paperwork, timesheets, scheduling, and payroll
Processed and distributed stipends/rent payments for clients
Key Achievements: Improved financial management processes for the nonprofit organization
Successfully transitioned system from a manual, paper-based process to a streamlined electronic system, resulting in increased efficiency, accuracy, and enhanced record-keeping capabilities
Enhanced efficiency in payments and stipend distribution to clients.
Education
Accounting Studies -
Community College of Philadelphia
12.2004
High School Diploma -
Thomas Alva Edison High
Philadelphia, PA
12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
06.2024 - Current
Skills
Advanced Excel Skills
SAP
Concur
QuickBooks
Blackline
Efficient in SAP HANA
Microsoft Power
Knowledge of GAAP
Excellent organizational and computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment
Expense Tracking
Advanced Excel
Bank Reconciliation
Auditing procedures
Internal Controls
Recordkeeping
Knowledge of financial statements
Account Updates
Certification
Continuous professional development and trainings in accounting software and financial management practices.