Jennifer LaVertu

This job was the biggest life challenge that took me out of the workplace for a bit. I learned more hands on being a Mom then any job every taught me. I have 4 children, 2 with special needs. 1 is on the Autism Spectrum and the other is deaf. These challenges propelled us into world's I never knew existed and taught me life skills I will never unlearn. They are all thriving now and heading into the world as productive human beings.

Fast paced Merchant Cash Advancements & Consolidation company. I processed new and repeat clients to evaluate risk in purchasing of future receivables. Liaison between underwriting team and management in asset recovery on defaulted accounts.

• Analyzed and documented company processes for executive leadership and suggested areas for improvement.
• Offered data-driven recommendations to align company strategies and process improvement initiatives.
• Gathered documentation and created reports on assessed information.

Ran office of 18+ landscapers. Processed all accounts receivable and accounts payable functions including prevailing wage and bidding for state contracts. Owner is an MBWE (Minority, Women's Business Owner) who often bid on major contracts including Belfor, contract developer for Nassau Coliseum and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories. Oversaw all daily operations from taking calls, schedules and resolving daily challenges that would arise unpredictably.

• Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
• Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
• Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.

• Prepared bills receivable, invoices, and bank deposits.
• Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
• Reconciled daily AR ledger and verified proper posting.
• Verified discrepancies and resolved clients' billing issues
• Updated aging reports based on daily audits.
• Processed incoming payments in accordance with established financial policies.
• Completed daily process adjustments to maintain accuracy.