Kathy S. Curbow
New Albany,MS
Summary
Accomplished accounting professional with extensive experience in accounts payable management. Proven track record of enhancing workflow and maintaining accuracy, leading to increased departmental efficiency. Strong communicator adept at managing vendor relationships and reconciling accounts to support financial integrity.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Associate III
Kindthread
01.2021 - Current
- Utilized Microsoft Dynamics AX and Concur invoice management to ensure accurate and efficient processing of vendor invoices.
- Review GL coding and approvals before processing invoices into the accounting system.
- Perform two-way and three way matching of invoices, purchase orders and receiving documents.
- Reconciled vendor statements and investigated discrepancies to maintain precise accounts payable records.
- Coordinated vendor setup process by collecting and maintaining W9 forms, banking information, and other essential documents.
- Support process for ACH, wire and check payment.
- Worked remotely to support accounting tasks and communications.
Accounts Payable Manager
Freds Inc.
Memphis, TN
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Reviewed and approved all payments for vendor adjustments, shortage claims, truck claims, price discrepancies, and merchandising deals, while maintaining compliance with company policies.
- Managed daily payment runs by validating file totals and releasing checks for printing, ensuring timely disbursement to vendors.
- Ensured daily A/P Check and Edit runs processed accurately and timely. Consulted with I/T to resolve issues with check and edit reporting and processing.
- Compiled and managed Debit Balance report, reviewed vendor accounts, and coordinated with vendors and buyers to collect outstanding payments.
- Performed monthly account reconciliation to ensure accuracy of financial records.
- Prepare quarterly Bad Debt Reserve report on debit balance vendors and review with Controller for any necessary adjustments to ensure an adequate reserve
- Assist inter-company personnel with running vendor history reports and GLD reports to track expenses
Accounts Payable System Specialist/Supervisor
Freds Inc.
Memphis, TN
01.2011 - 03.2018
- Reviewed, audited and processed Softgrocer and Direct to Store invoices and EDI transactions for 703 stores, 370 pharmacies and 21 franchise locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Utilized the system upload process to generate direct and expense invoices from approved spreadsheets, distributing allocations across locations, departments and GL account codes for streamlined financial tracking.
- Coordinated software updates and installations across departments.
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Freds Inc.
Memphis, TN
05.1981 - 12.2010
- Facilitated accurate warehouse payables through 3-way matching process.
- Analyzed expenses and taxes to ensure compliance in warehouse operations.
- Process direct invoices for Softgrocer system
Education
High School Diploma -
Highway Baptist Academy
Southhaven, MS05-1981
Skills
- Invoice processing
- Invoice auditing
- Accounts payable systems
- GL coding review
- Reconciliation methods
- Vendor relations
- Data analysis
Timeline
Accounts Payable Associate III
Kindthread
01.2021 - Current
Accounts Payable Manager
Freds Inc.
03.2018 - 06.2020
Accounts Payable System Specialist/Supervisor
Freds Inc.
01.2011 - 03.2018
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Freds Inc.
05.1981 - 12.2010
High School Diploma -
Highway Baptist Academy