KERLIN ELVIR
Cedar Grove
Summary
Accounts Payable professional with strong analytical skills and deep understanding of financial processes. Skilled in invoice processing, vendor management, and payment reconciliations. Focuses on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting to changing needs with reliability. Known for precision, organizational skills, and strong communication abilities. Experienced with managing financial records and administrative tasks in fast-paced environment. Utilizes organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all financial transactions. Track record of supporting team goals and maintaining efficient office operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Preparer (Seasonal)
KMEO Accounting Service LLC
Newark, NJ
01.2020 - Current
- Prepared individual tax returns accurately and confidentially
- Reviewed client documentation and income records
- Ensured compliance with federal and state tax regulations
- Assisted clients during tax season and answered tax-related questions
Accounting Administrative Assistant
AA BERMS LLC
Belleville, NJ
10.2022 - 12.2025
- Provided administrative and accounting support to the accounting department
- Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Processed vendor invoices, expense reports, and payments
- Maintained accurate financial records and organized documentation
- Entered and updated data in accounting systems and spreadsheets
- Reconciled bank statements and assisted with monthly reports
- Communicated with vendors and internal departments regarding billing issues
- Assisted accountants during audits and tax season
- Managed BID contracts for multiple municipalities across New Jersey
- Concrete Company
Accounts Payable Accountant
American Glass Crafter Inc.
West Caldwell, NJ
10.2018 - 10.2022
- Coordinate vendor information for all incoming invoices, requests for payment and expense reports. Enter invoice data into the Accounts Payable System. (QuickBooks)
- Scheduled accounts for payment processing
- Accurately and timely process all vendor invoices and employee expenses
- Secure invoices from vendors’ designated websites.
- Direct incoming calls and initiate new vendor application process.
- Prepared payroll for approximately 100 employees.
- Processed and verified invoices in a timely and accurate manner
- Matched invoices with purchase orders and supporting documents
- Prepared and processed payments (checks and ACH)
- Reconciled vendor statements and resolved discrepancies
- Maintained compliance with company policies and accounting procedures
- Midsize manufacturer/distributor of specialty glass products
Education
Bachelors of Science - Accounting
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ12-2020
Associate’s Degree as Associate of Science - Accounting
Essex County College
Newark, NJ05-2017
Skills
- Proficient in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Power Point
- Punctual: Able to be on time and meet deadlines
- Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
- Accounting Administration
- Tax Preparation
- Data Entry & Recordkeeping
- Bank Reconciliations
- Financial Reporting Support
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Kind and friendly: Able to work with others toward a team goal
- Organization skills
- Document preparation
- Income tax preparation
- Local, state, and federal tax returns
- Bookkeeping
- Client communication
- Verbal/written communication
Websites
Accomplishments
- Processed invoices and payments accurately, helping maintain organized financial records.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, ensuring timely collections and vendor payments.
- Prepared financial reports and reconciliations using QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounting Administrative Assistant
AA BERMS LLC
10.2022 - 12.2025
Tax Preparer (Seasonal)
KMEO Accounting Service LLC
01.2020 - Current
Accounts Payable Accountant
American Glass Crafter Inc.
10.2018 - 10.2022
Associate’s Degree as Associate of Science - Accounting
Essex County College
Bachelors of Science - Accounting
Montclair State University