Julie Perry
Durham,NC
Summary
Results-driven professional with experience in Deposit operations, and Accounting, across the financial, construction, and manufacturing industries. Known for strong analytical skills, process improvement, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Committed to delivering accurate results, exceptional service, and operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2021
2021
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Accountant
NDC Construction
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Manage subcontractor billings and performing accounting duties throughout the project such as Owner AIA and Subcontractor Pay Applications.
- Compile and review compliance documents such as Certified Payroll
- Track Notice to Owners and manage Release of liens as needed
- Collects, reviews, and processes subcontractor/supplier monthly project invoices.
- Provides assistance to Project Management staff as needed
- Support annual audits and provide requested financial information.
- Assist with process improvements and other accounting projects as assigned.
- Managed project budgets to ensure financial accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate cost estimates for upcoming projects, increasing overall profitability.
Deposit Operations Specialist
First Home Bank
2015 - 2018
- Process ACH transactions, exceptions, returns, and periodic payments, Reclamations, NOCs, per NACHA rules and banking regulations
- Handle incoming and outgoing wire transfers domestic and international
- Processed daily deposit transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Assist branches and call center teams with operational questions
- Process daily check files and exceptions
- Participated in internal audits conducted by the bank''s audit department or external regulators, providing necessary documentation and addressing any concerns raised during the review process.
- Assist with ATM cash ordering and balancing
- Reconcile general ledger accounts
- Track and maintain operational records electronically
- Reg E, debit card disputes, garnishments/levies, Reg CC holds
- Process NSF, overdrafts, stop payments, collections, and GL balancing.
ACH/Wire Specialist
GTE Financial
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Process, ACH per NACHA rules and banking regulations
- Process returns and NOC's (Notifications of Change) of ACH transactions
- Process, ACH disputes, Stop Payments, trace requests, returns due to death, such as Social Security
- Processed incoming and outgoing International and Domestic wire transfers with precision and adherence to compliance regulations.
- Coordinated with internal departments to resolve discrepancies in wire transactions.
- Process entries for Rejected ACH items & File load errors
- Process and balance the ACH Originated files
- Create and verify reoccurring loan payments
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations, performing thorough audits of wire transactions and documentation.
Accounting Clerk
Amerimix, a division of Bonsal American
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Processed high volumes of invoices and payment requests efficiently.
- Maintained accurate financial records using accounting software.
- Prepared and tracked Lien release's and Notice to Owners for all projects.
- Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies promptly.
- Maintained organized filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access to crucial financial information when needed.
- Assisted in areas of payroll preparation and entry.
- Providing administrative support through drafting official correspondence of the company, filing, typing, mail distribution, data entry and ordering office supplies
- Assisted in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for management review.
ACH Specialist
Republic Bank
01.1998 - 01.2005
- Process ACH transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conduct daily reconciliation of ACH files to maintain accuracy and mitigate discrepancies.
- Researched and handled ACH disputes and multiple returns due to death, such as Social Security
- Assisted Cash management customers with their payroll and direct debit files, recording wire transfers, reset passwords to our online system, rectified ACH discrepancies, and any other general support as needed
- Collaborated with internal departments to resolve ACH-related issues promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely processing.
- Resolved General Ledger discrepancies for our department
- Processed journal entries for rejected ACH transactions
- Back up support for recording and processing Lockbox
- Processed Online Banking enrollments and eStatement setup requests
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
St Petersburg College
St Petersburg, FL01-2011
Skills
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Proficient in Sage 300, and QuickBooks
- Proficient in US GAAP compliance
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Continuous improvement mindset
Timeline
Project Accountant
NDC Construction
01.2018 - 01.2021
ACH/Wire Specialist
GTE Financial
01.2012 - 01.2015
Accounting Clerk
Amerimix, a division of Bonsal American
01.2006 - 01.2010
ACH Specialist
Republic Bank
01.1998 - 01.2005
Deposit Operations Specialist
First Home Bank
2015 - 2018
Associate of Science - Accounting
St Petersburg College