JoAnn Smith
Mendota,IL
Summary
Skilled Accounts Payable Clerk with experience managing and processing invoices, updating vendor files and maintaining accurate records. Strengths include effective communication, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of accounting software. Previous roles have seen improvements in efficiency through implementation of streamlined payment systems and enhanced accuracy in financial reporting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
Starved Rock Wood Products LLC
Mendota, IL
10.2019 - 12.2024
- Verified vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
- Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.
- Worked with purchasing group to resolve purchase order matching issues.
- Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
- Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
- Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by verifying accounting statements.
- Collaborated with team members to manage workload and meet deadlines.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closings to support accounting system accuracy.
- Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
- Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status or payment issues.
- Compiled, coded and submitted weekly invoices to accounting for payment.
- Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
- Collaborated with vendors, suppliers and staff members across departments to resolve any issues that arose.
- Managed vendor relationships through prompt communication of payment information.
- Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
- Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
Accounting Specialist
Spartan Tool LLC
Mendota, IL
06.2000 - 07.2019
- Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
- Performed credit checks on new clients and set up payment terms.
- Participated in special projects or initiatives as needed in order to meet business objectives.
- Delivered superior level of customer service to small business clients.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Assisted with the preparation of internal audits by providing requested documentation.
- Verified accuracy of invoices received from vendors prior to payment processing.
- Checked figures and postings for correct entry and proper codes.
Tax Preparer
Abacus Tax Service
Spring Valley, IL
12.2012 - 04.2017
- Prepared and filed federal and state income tax returns for both individuals and small businesses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current tax laws.
- Reviewed prior year's returns for accuracy and completeness before submitting them.
- Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to verify correct tax form completion.
- Filed electronically through approved software programs.
- Computed taxes owed or overpaid for clients.
- Ensured that all applicable deadlines were met when submitting documents.
- Checked data input or verified totals on forms prepared by others to detect mathematical or procedural errors.
- Maintained accurate records of all client transactions and filings.
- Identified potential deductions to minimize clients' tax liabilities.
- Advised clients on tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities and maximize returns.
- Organized paperwork for efficient review by senior staff members.
- Informed clients of potentially beneficial products and services, resulting in additional business opportunities.
- Utilized tax software to efficiently process returns and identify potential deductions and credits for clients.
- Used appropriate adjustments, deductions and credits to keep clients' taxes to minimum.
- Conducted client interviews to gather necessary documentation and information for tax preparation.
- Advised clients on the best strategies for filing their taxes efficiently and legally.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with privacy laws and regulations.
- Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state and federal government authorities.
- Compiled data from clients to accurately complete tax forms.
- Worked closely with other departments within the company to ensure accuracy of data entry into system databases.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.
Education
GED -
Wheaton Central
Illinois04-1983
Skills
- Transaction entry
- Year-end reporting
- Vendor account monitoring
- General accounting
- Data entry
- Professionalism and ethics
- Vendor invoice processing
- General ledger entries
- Confidentiality handling
- Accounts payable
- Statement review
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
Starved Rock Wood Products LLC
10.2019 - 12.2024
Tax Preparer
Abacus Tax Service
12.2012 - 04.2017
Accounting Specialist
Spartan Tool LLC
06.2000 - 07.2019
GED -
Wheaton Central
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