Over ten years of experience in administrative support, customer service and accounting within the automotive sales industry. Known for taking initiative, being team-oriented and meeting critical deadlines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Specialist
Horne BDO
Mobile, AL
02.2022 - Current
Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely financial reporting.
Reconciled bank statements with internal records, identifying discrepancies for resolution.
Developed financial reports using accounting software to enhance decision-making accuracy.
Streamlined invoicing procedures, reducing processing time and improving cash flow efficiency.
Title Specialist
Dealer Tag Agency
Tampa Bay, FL
09.2014 - Current
Manage customer invoicing and overall department billing and paperwork as it relates to the sales process
Prepare, complete and send paperwork to DMVs and License and Tag agencies
Process and maintain vehicle documentation within state-wide registration database and other 3rd party vendors
Conduct registered sales transactions quickly and accurately in accordance with title agency guidelines
Customer Service Specialist
Grow Financial
Tampa, FL
02.2014 - 09.2019
Evaluated the quality of Customer Service Representatives' calls from customers; provided feedback to reps on strengths and areas for improvement
Handled incoming calls from customers and escalated calls when necessary, reducing the average time to resolution
Developed effective working relationships with internal and external clients
Promptly handled an average of 70+ customer inquiries and complaints per day with a 97% satisfactory rate
Payroll Clerk
Toyota of Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay, FL
11.2005 - 01.2014
Operated computerized bookkeeping software maintaining financial records and ledgers
Ensured employees were paid according to applicable state or federal wage and hour laws
Provided communication to all managers and employees regarding payroll processing and processing timeline
Worked with the accounting department to prepare manual paychecks for employees
Prepared audit summary reports, informal briefings and ad hoc reports to the management and program officials
Confirmed that all payroll data is being deducted correctly, garnishments are delivered to the correct agency and monitored for an end date or amount
Payables Clerk
Toyota of Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay, FL
11.2005 - 01.2014
Printed, verified and maintained accounts payable voucher reports, open/aging reports, disbursement reports, and journals
On a weekly basis, reviewed invoices scheduled for payment and special check requests with Finance team
Received and answered phone calls from vendors or other departments in regards to payment status of invoices
Performed full cycle matching, batching, coding, and managing of reports in Excel
Title Clerk
Toyota of Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay, FL
11.2005 - 01.2014
Processed and registered all vehicle warranties and extended service contracts, maintaining a log of all contracts
Cross-trained others to handle title clerk daily responsibilities
Attended seminars held by local licensing bureaus to stay updated on state title regulations
Prepared stock cards for new and used vehicles
Receptionist
Toyota of Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay, FL
11.2005 - 01.2014
Facilitated communications between clients, employees and management, directing 50+ calls daily
Demonstrated proficiencies in telephone and front-desk reception within a high-volume environment
Restored organization to personnel, financial and operational records and accelerated data input, processing and retrieval times
Cashier / Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory
Tampa, FL
04.2006 - 05.2007
Counted, organized, and balanced the cash drawer daily; filled out the cashier slip and made deposits while in the presence of a manager or supervisor
Provided professional, friendly, and courteous service to all customers inside the store and on the phone
Assisted customers with their purchases, including answering questions, making recommendations, and locating merchandise