Kara Vance
El Cerrito,CA
Summary
Proactive and dedicated professional skilled in accounting procedures, reconciliations and issue resolution. Well-organized and analytical in approaching problems and resolving variances. Brings several years of related experience and superior work ethic focused on maximizing productivity and maintaining financial compliance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Expense Report Lead
Backroads
Berkeley, CA
06.2021 - Current
- I summarize raw data using pivot tables, namely to make recommendations and field questions for the Exec team based on findings.
- I create standard operating procedures and team workflows for report auditing, maintenance, and distribution.
- I set metric goals for the team's monthly, quarterly, and yearly objectives for processing audits.
- I enhance reporting by adding more data columns to filter and pivot as needs change.
- I assist in testing and developing workflows with business intelligence tools for enhancing audit accuracy and output efficiency.
- Develop training materials related to the use of various reporting applications used within the organization.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company policies and procedures relating to reporting and creating audit rules.
- Lead a two-part team of Accounts Payable Specialists and Expense Report Specialists.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Backroads
Berkeley, CA
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed high-volume of invoices and check requests by verifying conformity to the contract service agreements and company policy and organized team distribution according to market.
- Processed employee expense reimbursements according to company policy guidelines.
- Reconciled vendor statements for delinquent payments and unbilled invoices
- Provided support to the accounting team as needed during busy periods or special projects.
- Leveraged Jira Service Desk to resolve internal data issues among departments and organize delegation of problem reports to team members.
- Collaborated with other departments to confirm irregular charges, correct internal reference data, and resolve billing disputes.
- Served as backup for processing deposit payments, expensing deposits, and credit card fraud and disputes
General Manager
Bridges Rock Gym
El Cerrito, CA
05.2016 - 04.2019
- Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
- Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Managed the recruitment process by doing final interviews with potential candidates for open positions.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards pertaining to operations management.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Managed 1099 and W2 Tax Preparation
Office Manager/Program Manager
Bridges Rock Gym
El Cerrito, CA
05.2011 - 05.2016
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
- Assisted in recruiting, onboarding and training new employees.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
- Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Assisted in developing budgets for departmental expenses.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2010
Minor of Spanish and Global Studies -
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2010
High School Diploma -
Sheridan High School, Sheridan, WY US
Sheridan, WY05-2006
Skills
- Payment Processing
- Billing
- Invoice Processing
- Statement Reconciliation
- Spreadsheet Management
- Expense Reporting
- Microsoft Office Suite
- BiLaunch Pad
- Epicor
- Adobe Acrobat
- Auditing
- Aging report creation
- Tax preparation
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Expense Report Lead
Backroads
06.2021 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
Backroads
04.2019 - 06.2021
General Manager
Bridges Rock Gym
05.2016 - 04.2019
Office Manager/Program Manager
Bridges Rock Gym
05.2011 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
Northern Arizona University
Minor of Spanish and Global Studies -
Northern Arizona University
High School Diploma -
Sheridan High School, Sheridan, WY US
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