Kathleen Hall-Swanson
Maple Heights,OH
Summary
Meticulous Accounts Payable Specialist with expertise in invoice processing, vendor management, and financial reporting.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
Saber Healthcare Group
Beachwood, Ohio, 44122
06.2017 - 08.2022
- Processed vendor invoices, facilitating timely payment approval and ensuring policy compliance.
- Maintained accurate accounts payable records and transaction logs.
- Reconciled vendor statements monthly to guarantee accuracy of payments.
- Communicated with vendors on payment inquiries, strengthening relationships and enhancing collaboration.
- Assisted in month-end financial reports and closing activities related to accounts payable.
- Utilized accounting software to track payments, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Supported audits by providing necessary documentation and reports promptly.
- Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices, resolving issues to maintain payment accuracy.
Accounting Payable Clerk
Flynn Group of Companies
Independence, Ohio, 44131
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Streamlined filing systems for invoices, receipts, and financial reports to enhance retrieval and organization.
- Processed invoices, payments, and statements in a timely manner.
- Supported audits by preparing documentation and providing necessary information.
- Supported Accounts Payable by efficiently processing invoices and payments to ensure timely financial operations.
- Maintained accurate accounts through comprehensive revenue reporting that facilitated informed financial decision-making.
Accounting Payable Clerk II
DentalOne Partners Inc.
Cleveland, OH, 44131
11.2006 - 08.2016
- Processed invoices and payment requests for dental services, ensuring timely vendor payments.
- Maintained accurate financial records utilizing accounting software.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely payments and effective communication.
- Prepared monthly financial reports, providing management with critical data for informed decision-making.
- Organized documentation for audits and compliance to uphold standards.
- Verified vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
- Streamlined payment processing through automation systems, reducing processing time and improving accuracy.
- Assisted with month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
Accounts payable Clerk II
Case Western Reserve
Cleveland, Ohio, 44106
04.1987 - 06.2006
- Processed vendor invoices for accurate payments and meticulous record-keeping.
- Maintained organized accounts payable documentation, enhancing audit readiness.
- Verified purchase orders against invoices to ensure payment accuracy.
- Communicated with vendors to address payment inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
- Assisted in monthly reconciliation of accounts payable with vendor statements, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Supported team training on accounts payable software systems to enhance efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with university financial policies and procedures at all times.
- Collaborated with departments to resolve payment-related issues, improving communication and efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Technical High School
2439 East 55th St.05-1974
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Finance
ITT Career Centers
Cleveland, OHSkills
- Invoice processing and accounts reconciliation
- Financial reporting and compliance adherence
- Data entry accuracy and ERP proficiency
- Vendor management and relationship building
- Effective communication and purchase order management
Certification
ITT Career Center
Affiliations
Volunteer at my local food bank
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
Saber Healthcare Group
06.2017 - 08.2022
Accounting Payable Clerk
Flynn Group of Companies
09.2016 - 06.2017
Accounting Payable Clerk II
DentalOne Partners Inc.
11.2006 - 08.2016
Accounts payable Clerk II
Case Western Reserve
04.1987 - 06.2006
High School Diploma -
East Technical High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Finance
ITT Career Centers