Joanna Pate
Bessemer,AL
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in delivering timely daily, weekly, and monthly reports. Proficient in leveraging software solutions to streamline processes and maintain accurate records. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams while consistently meeting deadlines and enhancing overall productivity. Committed to driving efficiency and excellence in all aspects of reporting and data management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Presbyterian Home for Children
Talladega, AL
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Achieved timely processing of payables and receivables, contributing to improved cash flow management. Streamlined reconciliation and payroll processes, enhancing operational efficiency. Fulfilled mandated reporter responsibilities, ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
- Managed monthly financial closings, ensuring timely reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
Accounting Specialist
Industrial Tooling & Supply
Anniston, AL
03.2017 - 11.2022
- Process payable invoices. Perform check runs. Resolve problem invoices. Assist customers and vendors with invoices, payments, and pricing errors. Process debit/credits to customer’s accounts.
- Invoice daily. Process daily mail. Balance AP weekly and monthly.
- Left position due to daughter's tragic car accident which required extensive spinal surgery.
Account Representative
Southern Metal Processing Company
Oxford, AL
12.2010 - 03.2015
- Processed daily cash receipts efficiently. Assisted with remote deposits from desk. Submitted daily reports to collections department. Compiled weekly 60 past due report for collections department. Provided coverage for receptionist duties. Handled accounts payable invoices accurately. Managed debit and credit invoices. Processed miscellaneous deposits promptly.
- Achieved efficient resolution of customer billing and accounting questions regarding payables and receivables. Delivered timely vendor payments through effective management of weekly check runs. Enhanced filing systems for daily and weekly documentation. Contributed to successful audits by assisting auditors. Produced accurate monthly fuel reports. Executed precise calculations and payments for monthly sales and use tax.
Education
Paralegal Certification - Pending
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL06-2026
Skills
- Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office
- PowerPoint, Excel
- Experienced in QuickBooks Online software
- Accounting
- Writing and Communication skills
- Sales
- Customer service
- Time management
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Presbyterian Home for Children
09.2024 - 05.2025
Accounting Specialist
Industrial Tooling & Supply
03.2017 - 11.2022
Account Representative
Southern Metal Processing Company
12.2010 - 03.2015
Paralegal Certification - Pending
Jefferson State Community College