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Joseph Cardamone

Staff Accountant
Bennington,VT

Summary

Experienced, well-rounded Staff Accountant with over 20 years of corporate experience from start-ups and well-established technology firms to gaming and real estate companies. Well adapted and flexible in various accounting roles all with a high level of integrity, attention to detail and dependability. A team player with excellent interpersonal, group and technology communication skills.

Work History

Accounts Payable / Receivable / Purchasing Agent

Steinerfilm, Inc.
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic by maintaining consistent punctuality and attendance over an extended period of time.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and courteous service at all times.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for both customers and coworkers through regular cleaning duties and attention to detail.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns regarding their account status or charges billed.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining attention to detail, resulting in reduced errors in financial documentation.
  • Posted cash and check receipts by entering and verifying transactions from local deposits and lockboxes.
  • Billed customers by sending statements and invoices via fax or email.
  • Answered customer questions and concerns and sought through outstanding payment accounts to resolution.
  • Investigated account discrepancies by obtaining and verifying information from customer service and sales department staff.
  • Verified postings, figures and documents for mathematical accuracy, proper coding and correct entry.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive financial information, ensuring full compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
  • Collaborated with sales and customer service departments to resolve billing issues, improving customer satisfaction rates.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
  • Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
  • Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
  • Maintained documentation for all purchases.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Windham Southwest Supervisory Union
02.2024 - 04.2025
  • Facilitated dispute resolution between company departments and vendors regarding payment issues or discrepancies in invoicing.
  • Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Maintained compliance with internal controls and external regulations related to accounts payable processes.
  • Trained junior staff members in accounts payable procedures, increasing overall department efficiency.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Soft-tex International, Inc.
Waterford, New York
02.2017 - 10.2022
  • Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy through diligent reconciliation of vendor statements and company records.
  • Assisted in preparing monthly financial statements by providing accurate accounts payable information.
  • Maintained compliance with internal controls and external regulations related to accounts payable processes.
  • Collaborated with the procurement team to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received.
  • Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
  • Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Property Management Accountant

Maple Leaf Realty
Bennington, VT
10.2013 - 12.2015
  • Responsible for all management and accounting functions for over 80 commercial, residential, vacation and multi-unit properties
  • Oversaw and implemented all lease administration including; preparation, renewals and tenant compliance
  • Marketed properties to potential tenants, facilitated showings and provided information to clients and potential tenants on available properties

Business Manager / Owner

Glass Fusion Studios of Vermont
Bennington, VT
05.2002 - 06.2016
  • Launched arts-related business providing custom-designed, built and installed stained glass windows
  • Created additional revenue streams by teaching classes, and provided repair and restoration services to contractors and homeowners
  • Generated positive cash flow in year two.
  • Responsible for all aspects of operating a small business including customer relations, accounting, inventory, cash-flow management negotiating with suppliers, and marketing

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Skills

  • Accounts payable & receivable
  • Payroll administration experience
  • Monthly, year-end & audit prep
  • General ledger
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Billing
  • Expense tracking
  • Purchase orders
  • Cash flow management
  • Customer/vendor relations

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

Hybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureFlexible work hoursWork-life balancePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company Retreats4-day work week

Software

Microsoft Office

Great Plains

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Accounts Payable / Receivable / Purchasing Agent

Steinerfilm, Inc.
04.2024 - 12.2024

Accounts Payable Specialist

Windham Southwest Supervisory Union
02.2024 - 04.2025

Accounts Payable Specialist

Soft-tex International, Inc.
02.2017 - 10.2022

Property Management Accountant

Maple Leaf Realty
10.2013 - 12.2015

Business Manager / Owner

Glass Fusion Studios of Vermont
05.2002 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Joseph CardamoneStaff Accountant