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JUDITH F. JAMES

Little Rock,AR

Summary

Detail-oriented Accountant with 20+ years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations. Have history of working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions, tax management and reporting. Works closely with executive management on complex mergers and acquisitions and divestitures. Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

PPG
01.2014 - 01.2015

For this job I am required to analyze and evaluate data to conduct many reconciliations, reviews, and account adjustments. I reconcile and balance all accounting and budget data. Additionally, any data that seem out of the ordinary I re-analyze to make sure it is ready to be sent through the system.

Accountant

Glazers
01.2014 - 12.2014

For this job I am required to analyze and evaluate invoices and payments that are received on a daily basis. I examine these and resolve difficult reconciliations that require further analysis and correction. I also am required to have good customer service because I have to process customer requests and fulfill them.

Customer Service Specialist

ENTERGY
01.2008 - 01.2014

In this job I am required to constantly work with customers. I compile and verify the accuracy of accounting data in order to prepare statements for the customer. In doing this, I am able to properly communicate with the customer about any disputes they may have and help them accordingly.

Cashier

Sams Club
01.2001 - 01.2013

In this job I have to use accounting skills to process numbers and calculate prices. I also have to have excellent customer service skills because I interact with people all day. I have to remember how to apply and when to apply discounts and be able to help the customer with any coupon/discount questions they may have.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Rich Logistics
03.2015 - Current

In this job I apply proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable. I process invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies. I reach out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues. Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping. I work closely with banks to handle finances. I have to stay up to date on the latest spreadsheet technology in order to stay organized. I am in charge of paying everyone and therefore also have to have great communication and interpretation skills.

Title Clerk

Nuvell Finance Corp, General Motors Acceptance Corporation
01.1999 - 01.2008

In this job I had to coordinate with the financial management in order to release titles to clients. I had to have initiative in order to obtain information. I also showed initiative by training others, setting up new accounts daily, and researching and analyzing titles to make sure they were printed correctly.

Accounting Clerk

Quality Foods
01.1986 - 01.1999

For this job I was required to coordinate with the financial management to set up accounts for restaurants and convenient stores. I was able o keep payments posted that needed to be sent through accounts and when needed I had to use my customer service skills to communicate customer accounts with them. I also showed financial responsibility by keeping up with all financial data in organized spreadsheets.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas
1985

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook, SAP
  • Attention to Detail
  • Typing
  • Productivity
  • Dependability
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Advanced Math Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Already Experienced

Timeline

Accounts Payable Specialist

Rich Logistics
03.2015 - Current

Accountant

PPG
01.2014 - 01.2015

Accountant

Glazers
01.2014 - 12.2014

Customer Service Specialist

ENTERGY
01.2008 - 01.2014

Cashier

Sams Club
01.2001 - 01.2013

Title Clerk

Nuvell Finance Corp, General Motors Acceptance Corporation
01.1999 - 01.2008

Accounting Clerk

Quality Foods
01.1986 - 01.1999

No Degree - Business Administration

University of Central Arkansas
JUDITH F. JAMES