Katherine Mearns-Faulkner
Corinth
Summary
Dynamic Account Receivable Specialist with a proven track record at Optum, adept at reducing outstanding balances and enhancing collections efficiency. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and cross-functional collaboration, I leverage investigative research to identify improvement opportunities, ensuring timely payments and accurate account reconciliation. Committed to fostering a positive team environment while driving financial success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Receivable Specialist
Optum
Remote
06.2015 - Current
- Supported month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts, preparing reports, and analyzing trends in account performance.
- Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue payments.
- Ensured the accuracy of customer records in internal systems by updating contact information, payment terms, and other relevant data as needed.
- Increased efficiency of the collections process by implementing new strategies and procedures for tracking delinquent accounts.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by working closely with colleagues across departments to ensure efficient information exchange and collaboration on financial matters.
- Trained new team members on company policies, software systems, and effective accounts receivable practices for seamless integration into the role.
- Provided valuable insights into potential areas of improvement within the accounts receivable department based on thorough analysis of trends data from historical transactions.
- Ensured timely collection of payments by following up on outstanding invoices and negotiating with delinquent accounts.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL05-2015
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounts receivable
- Accurate payment posting
- Aging reports analysis
- Payment posting
- Data inputting
- Account reconciliation
- Investigative research
- Credit and collections
- Claims processing
- Credit management
- Cross-functional team collaboration
Timeline
Account Receivable Specialist
Optum
06.2015 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
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