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JAMIE MERINO

Accounting Manager
Harrisburg,PA

Summary

SENIOR ACCOUNTING MANAGEMENT with 24 years experience. Results-oriented, multi-faceted and resourceful accounting management professional with extensive experience in Accounts Payable and it's supporting departments. Self-motivated, forward-thinking and decisive project leader and liaison with demonstrated success in multiple software system conversions managing upgrades, testing, and ongoing support issues with no disruption of services. Highly skilled staff manager with excellent communications and interpersonal abilities to build rapport with staff, vendors, auditors, and other key stakeholders to ensure positive customer relations and excellent service.

Technical Proficiency: Microsoft: Office Suite; Numerous Accounting Software Programs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Manager

TransCore
Harrisburg, AR
09.2014 - Current
  • Partnered with finance team to complete month-end accruals and account reconciliations.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Automated workflow controls for collections management and credit risk assessment in accordance with SOX guidelines.
  • Reduced staff and eliminated overtime by realigning workload in order to meet budgetary restrictions.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Managed accurate and timely processing of over 4,600 invoices per month.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
  • Positively interacted with all partners, employees and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
  • Developed reports for senior management to outline expenditures, vendor spend and forecasting.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Coordinated accounts payable functions and improved workflow for 7 staff members.
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
  • Built strong relationships with vendors to enhance cost offerings and accomplish favored customer status.
  • Input all relevant transactions and supervised properly within accounting system.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Designed and maintained financial models to identify and measure risks.
  • Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
  • Observed strict confidentiality regulations to maintain data security.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying expense reports.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.

Director, Credit & Collections

Dally Racing Form
Harrisburg, PA
04.2008 - 01.2014
  • Credit and Collections
  • Recruited by CFO to join company to oversee and manage all credit and collections, prepare, and verify monthly Journal entries for revenue and cash, providing detailed senior management reports on revenue stream breakdowns, and providing specific accounts receivable tracking for major accounts
  • Major Achievements:
  • Relocated Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable department from New York to Pennsylvania working closely with staff to understand processes and requirements for each department to ensure smooth transition
  • Successfully reconciled large receivable accounts to improve overall receivables balances with over 60
  • DSO reduction by 16% since relocation
  • Daily cash receipts have consistently met 80% of goal even while revenues have dropped
  • Improved billing and collection processes, resulting In consistent cash receipts and enhanced productivity
  • Enhanced efficiency and produced better results with conversion into new financial system.

Associate Director, Credit and Collections/ Accounts Payable Manager

Primedia/ Source Interlink
Harrisburg, PA
02.1999 - 04.2008
  • Managed all credit and collections, and accounts payable for company responsible for over 100 publications and websites
  • Major Achievements
  • Oversaw consolidation of four Accounts Payable departments into one department ensuring smooth transitions and no disruption in service
  • Project lead for three software conversions to upgrade systems, ensuring all testing and issues were resolved
  • Developed and implemented new processes for billing
  • Collection, and cash departments ensuring system changes complied with newly required controls for Sarbanes Oxley compliance
  • Reconciled and resolved issues to reduce DSO by 30 days for one of largest receivables accounts
  • Conducted due diligence during sale of numerous publications and finally sale of company ensuring all documents were properly completed and reported for all areas impacted by Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable groups.
  • Contacted customers to collect outstanding payments via one-time or negotiated installment methods.
  • Contacted customers to discuss late payments and options for remitting amounts due.
  • Led teams of up to 28 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Established procedures for collection of past due amounts.
  • Facilitated successful internal and external audits through sound and thorough documentation.
  • Conducted investigations of customer accounts and payment histories.
  • Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
  • Created daily and weekly cash reports for accounting management.
  • Supervised staff of collectors, monitoring phone calls and letters.

Skills

  • Accounting Management
  • Software Conversions
  • Project Management
  • Process Improvements/Change Management
  • Maintaining Strict Confidentiality
  • Accounts Payable Expertise
  • Critical Thinking
  • Audit Support
  • Manage Cash Flow
  • Workflow Management
  • General Ledger Accounting

Work Availability

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Quote

Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire

Timeline

Accounts Payable Manager

TransCore
09.2014 - Current

Director, Credit & Collections

Dally Racing Form
04.2008 - 01.2014

Associate Director, Credit and Collections/ Accounts Payable Manager

Primedia/ Source Interlink
02.1999 - 04.2008

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