Joyce Barnhill

Accounts Payable Accountant - Support for the A/P Team, All positions including the AP Manager. I was asked to return to the GSU Foundation when the AP department lost the A/P Manager and A/P Accountant. I was able to return and step into previous position as manager until the staff was in place. have remained in order to assist the new manager and accountants and to provide knowledge of the systems and procedures.

Responsible for processing and paying all invoices processed with GSU Foundation funds. I joined the Foundation when there was only 3 employees in the office. I was the only one in AP, but of course we used a different computer system and procedures. I had many duties beside processing invoices over the years until I retired. Many of my past duties are now preformed by the Finance Team. My duties included Truist Charge Cards, G&C Budgets, G&C Expenses, Spectrum Expense upload into FE and Process Approvals for Scholarships which included entry into FE.

• Managed accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
• Reviewed monthly expense reports for accuracy.
• Positively interacted with all partners, employees and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
• Clear communication of company policies.
• Managed team of accounting staff, providing guidance and support.
• Developed reports for senior management, auditors and GSU community.
• Followed internal controls to mitigate risk of fraud, ensuring financial integrity within organization.
• Supported audit processes with well-organized documentation of accounts payable transactions, minimizing errors.
• Coordinated accounts payable functions and improved workflow for staff members.

• Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets, working closely with the Vice Presidents, Dean's, CFO's and department heads to gather necessary information for individual salary raises and operating expenses.
• Reviewed monthly operations to assess compliance with budgets and determine necessary adjustments for future plans.
• Generated annual budget forecasting information for executive and corporate reports.
• Developed, analyzed and modified budgets to allocate current resources and estimate future financial requirements.
• Established strong relationships with key stakeholders throughout t organization, facilitating effective collaboration on budgetary matters.
• Data Entry which included confidential salary and personal information for each employee by department to maintain ongoing budget amendments submitted to Board of Regents.
• Reconciled employee payments monthly with University Payroll System. Communicated with Human Resources to make adjustments.

• Ensured accuracy in cash handling, minimizing discrepancies and maintaining balanced registers.
• Conducted regular audits of register tills, ensuring accuracy in daily cash counts and minimizing discrepancies.
• Mentored new cashiers, providing comprehensive training that resulted in increased productivity.
• Educated employees on register use, merchandising, and customer service.
• Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and order books if needed.
• Handled escalated customer concerns with professionalism and empathy, working diligently toward satisfactory resolutions.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to a pleasant shopping environment for customers.
• Processed both cash and check purchases and returns.