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Jeanette Vazquez

Chicago,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented bookkeeping and accounting professional with a proven track record in managing precise financial records and generating comprehensive reports. Recognized for strong analytical abilities that drive process improvements, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency. Successfully reconciled accounts while ensuring strict adherence to financial policies and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive data. Dedicated to fostering team success through meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Analyst

Partstown
Addison, IL
11.2023 - Current
  • Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
  • Generated and presented reports detailing accounts payable status.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as Purchasing and Receiving in resolving invoice discrepancies.
  • Processed high volume of vendor invoices (over 500 weekly)and payments in a timely manner.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to accounts payable processes.
  • Coordinated with procurement and receiving departments to confirm order accuracy.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Managed the entire cycle of Accounts Payable process from invoice entry through payment posting.
  • Analyzed and resolved invoice discrepancies and issues.
  • Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
  • Implemented program to create daily spreadsheets and streamline financial reporting.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors by providing prompt resolution of invoice issues.

Vendor AP Compliance

Discover Financial Services, DFS
Riverwoods, IL
12.2022 - 11.2023
  • Supported annual Form 1099 preparation for tax reporting.
  • Recorded and verified vendor information and contracts.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and laws governing vendor relationships.
  • Streamlined routine communication processes with various vendors.
  • Handled day-to-day vendor correspondences.
  • Monitored vendor performance against contracted service level agreements.
  • Performed periodic audits of vendors' activities to ensure contractual obligations were met.
  • Facilitated payment processes for approved invoices from vendors.

Accounts Payable Coordinator

CITGO Petroleum Corporation
Downers Grove, IL
07.2020 - 09.2022
  • Maintained vendor records and communicated with vendors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Matched invoices with purchase orders, audited for discrepancies, and coded each according to general ledger standards.
  • Managed bookkeeping and accounting systems and completed data entry with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Provided support during external audits by providing requested information regarding accounts payable items.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
  • Verified that all vendor invoices have been approved according to policy before processing payments.
  • Handled bi-weekly payroll services for company employees.
  • Liaised with vendors and customers to confirm information and address client issues.
  • Reviewed monthly statements from vendors and researched any discrepancies.
  • Audited expense reports for accuracy of coding against the company's chart of accounts.
  • Checked accuracy and integrity of purchase orders.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.

Accounts Receivable Analyst

Readerlink
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
02.2018 - 07.2020
  • Processed incoming cash receipts in accordance with company policies.
  • Verified and posted account transactions, providing weekly and monthly reporting of AP aging to senior management to maintain accounting ledgers.
  • Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records
  • Conducted regular reviews of unapplied cash transactions to ensure proper application of funds.
  • Negotiated payment plans with customers in order to bring their accounts up-to-date.
  • Assisted in setting up new customers within the system ensuring appropriate credit limits are applied.
  • Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
  • Created spreadsheets to analyze and summarize incoming cash receipts for CEO, CFO and other executives.
  • Coordinated with other departments when necessary to resolve billing issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Updated existing credit information on existing customers as needed based on changes in their financial status.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by verifying accounting statements.
  • Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments

Accounts Receivable Clerk

LaSalle Systems Leasing
Rosemont, IL
02.2015 - 02.2018
  • Implemented payment reminder system to decrease outstanding receivables by 90%
  • Provided support on audits of accounts receivable by gathering requested information from internal systems.
  • Performed various accounts receivable functions, handled cash receipts posting, updated cash flow reports and researched chargebacks and write-offs.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by verifying accounting statements.
  • Reconciled ledger to validate payments accounted for and accurately posted.
  • Collaborated with sales team members to ensure timely collection of outstanding debts from customers.
  • Conducted research on customer accounts as needed to answer inquiries or resolve issues related to payments received or owed.
  • Kept accounts receivable tracking database current with relevant client information, collection, and billing progress and program changes.
  • Reconciled daily cash receipts with bank deposits.
  • Monitored accounts receivable report, checking for late, delinquent, or missing invoices, and payments.
  • Processed posting and reconciling payments and addressed aged receivables.
  • Gathered support data to drive invoice accuracy and work through billing discrepancies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Roberto Clemente
Chicago, IL

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Finance

Harold Washington

Skills

  • Invoice processing
  • Vendor management
  • Accounts reconciliation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Financial reporting
  • Cross-department collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Cash flow monitoring
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Auditing support
  • Mathematical analysis
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Tax compliance
  • Payment scheduling
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Microsoft Excel expertise
  • Vendor engagement
  • ERP system proficiency
  • Month-end closing

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Accounts Payable Analyst

Partstown
11.2023 - Current

Vendor AP Compliance

Discover Financial Services, DFS
12.2022 - 11.2023

Accounts Payable Coordinator

CITGO Petroleum Corporation
07.2020 - 09.2022

Accounts Receivable Analyst

Readerlink
02.2018 - 07.2020

Accounts Receivable Clerk

LaSalle Systems Leasing
02.2015 - 02.2018

High School Diploma -

Roberto Clemente

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Finance

Harold Washington

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