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Kayla Hoomes

Brewton,AL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Possess the capability of working effectively unsupervised and quickly able to master new skills. Enjoy creating and building relationships with those around. Dedicated to learn and grow as much as possible.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Clerk

T. R. Miller Mill Co
Brewton, AL
04/18/22 - Current
  • Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status or payment issues.
  • Analyzed purchase orders, contracts, invoices, check requests and other documents related to the accounts payable cycle.
  • Provided support during internal and external audits as necessary.
  • Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
  • Verified accuracy of coding on invoices prior to processing payments.
  • Assisted with preparing journal entries related to accounts payable transactions.
  • Took advantage of discount opportunities by paying vendors within payment terms.

Sales Manager

Weaver's Apparel & Fine Jewelry
Brewton, Alabama
11.2012 - 08.2016
  • Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
  • Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
  • Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.

Insurance Sales Representative

State Farm Insurance Inc
Brewton, Alabama
08.2016 - 04/14/22
  • Conducted needs analysis for customers to determine appropriate insurance coverage.
  • Followed up with clients to ensure satisfaction with their policies and services provided.
  • Compiled reports detailing sales activities such as number of contacts made per day, week, month.
  • Negotiated with potential customers to close deals in a timely manner.
  • Identified cross-selling opportunities within existing customer accounts.
  • Educated clients on the benefits of various insurance policies.
  • Created customized presentations tailored to individual client needs.
  • Kept thorough records of customer details and previous sales.
  • Followed up with customers to check on changing needs and propose new offerings.
  • Used mailings and phone solicitation and made presentations to groups at company-sponsored gatherings to gain new clientele.
  • Contacted underwriters and submitted forms to obtain binder coverage.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods, receiving customer payments and issuing receipts.
  • Achieved repeat business and referrals through personalized services.
  • Developed appropriate quotes based on risk information.
  • Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
  • Assisted clients in filing claims and guided them through the claims process for a smooth resolution.

Education

Associate of Science -

Jefferson Davis Community College
Brewton, Alabama
05-2016

High School Diploma -

W. S Neal High School
Brewton, Alabama
05-2014

Skills

  • General accounting
  • Payment verification
  • Bill payment
  • General Ledger Entries
  • Vendor account monitoring
  • Payment Processing
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Statement Review

References

Andrew Clark - 334.315.5321

Denise Brantley - 251.238.0623 

Michelle Mclellan - 251.363.3818

Timeline

Insurance Sales Representative

State Farm Insurance Inc
08.2016 - 04/14/22

Sales Manager

Weaver's Apparel & Fine Jewelry
11.2012 - 08.2016

Accounts Payable Clerk

T. R. Miller Mill Co
04/18/22 - Current

Associate of Science -

Jefferson Davis Community College

High School Diploma -

W. S Neal High School
Kayla Hoomes