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Kara Neeley

Aurora,IL

Summary

Experienced with identifying customer needs and providing tailored solutions. Utilizes effective sales strategies to close deals and increase client satisfaction. Track record of building strong client relationships and delivering consistent results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Receivable Analyst

Turf Design, Inc
01.2023 - Current
  • Daily management and reconciliation of customer deposits
  • Participated in the month-end close process, ensuring accurate reporting of accounts receivable balances and timely submission of data for financial statements.
  • Reduced collection time for outstanding invoices by closely monitoring aged accounts and maintaining frequent communication with clients.
  • Monitored key performance indicators, driving initiatives for continuous improvement in collections processes.
  • Trained junior staff on best practices in accounts receivable management and compliance standards.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients to facilitate payment processes.
  • Managed aging reports to prioritize collection efforts and enhance cash flow.
  • Analyzed customer accounts to ensure timely collections and resolve discrepancies.
  • Enhanced cash flow by diligently tracking and reconciling customer payments, ensuring prompt resolution of discrepancies.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.

Office Manager, Lead Coordinator

Sarah Kathleen Events
01.2018 - Current
  • Conducting initial consultations with clients to discuss the wedding/event packages, type of desired event, and budget
  • Conferring with clients to discuss event details, including venue options as well as entertainment, catering, and decoration preferences
  • Designing wedding and rehearsal invitations, as well as programs, place cards and making sure they are printed
  • Confirm all vendor contracts and coverage times
  • Confirming gifts and special décor are handed over to delegated person
  • Handling high stress situations along with problem solving on wedding day

Office Administrator, Accounts Payable Clerk

Catalyst Acoustics Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Track and replace office supplies as necessary to avoid interruptions in standard office procedures
  • Manage agendas, travel plans, and appointments for upper management
  • Handling accounts payable for separate entities and vendors
  • Processing transactions and performing accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries and reconciling books of accounts
  • Process high volumes of invoices daily
  • Assist with month end duties
  • Match purchase orders and freight bill of ladings
  • Facilitate corrections with invoice errors

Manager, Bartender, Server

The Town Bar & Grill
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
  • Interact with customers, take orders and serve food and drinks
  • Assess customers' needs and preferences and make recommendations
  • Proficient at Point-of-Sale system

Administrative Billing Assistant

Weaver Consultants Group
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Enter a high volume of client invoicing on a weekly and monthly basis for several practice groups that in-house and in other offices throughout the company
  • Set up all projects and proposals daily
  • Submit invoices to clients on daily basis for payment
  • Back up the administrative team as needed in the following areas: phone coverage, accounts payable, report production, scanning, and time sheet entry
  • Cash applications
  • Assist in planning yearly events

Shift Manager, Bartender, Server

Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Maintained friendly relationships with customers that built loyalty, satisfaction, and greater profits for the facility
  • Assisted with promotional marketing efforts, events, and parties
  • Oversee the facility operations during my assigned shift
  • Serve as a bartender, as needed, depending on the daily business needs
  • Organize and track daily inventory, cleaning schedules, and cooking staff
  • Proficient at Point-of-Sale system

Receptionist, Technician

Advanced Physicians Group
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Demonstrated proficiencies in telephone and front-desk reception within a high-volume environment.
  • Calmed upset/angry customers researched and rapidly solved problems and rebuilt client trust to prevent the loss of key accounts.
  • Collected payments in a professional and timely manner.
  • Assisted Physical Therapists with patient's exercise programs.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile working environment for all.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Pivot Point International Academy
Bloomingdale, IL
02.2017

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Payment negotiations
  • Accounts receivable software
  • Invoice processing
  • Cash application
  • Dispute resolution
  • Credit management
  • Debt collection
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Accounts Receivable Analyst

Turf Design, Inc
01.2023 - Current

Office Administrator, Accounts Payable Clerk

Catalyst Acoustics Group
01.2021 - 01.2022

Office Manager, Lead Coordinator

Sarah Kathleen Events
01.2018 - Current

Manager, Bartender, Server

The Town Bar & Grill
01.2015 - 01.2021

Administrative Billing Assistant

Weaver Consultants Group
01.2014 - 01.2018

Receptionist, Technician

Advanced Physicians Group
01.2013 - 01.2014

Shift Manager, Bartender, Server

Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill
01.2011 - 01.2015

Some College (No Degree) - Business

College of DuPage

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Pivot Point International Academy

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