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Kimberly Taylor

Boone,NC

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounts Receivable/Payroll

Elk River Club
02.2023 - Current
  • Reduced overdue accounts by consistently monitoring and following up on outstanding invoices.
  • Improved cash flow by promptly resolving billing discrepancies and disputes with clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Supported internal audit processes, providing documentation and clarification as needed for timely completion of audits.
  • Promoted client satisfaction through swift response to inquiries about account balances or payment arrangements.
  • Upheld internal controls surrounding the handling of sensitive financial data, ensuring the protection of both company and client information.
  • Monitored customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and customer disputes.
  • Generated and distributed monthly customer statements.
  • Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping and accurate reporting.
  • Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information while addressing payroll concerns or disputes.
  • Coordinated annual open enrollment process for employee benefits, ensuring seamless integration into the payroll system.
  • Oversaw the transition to a new payroll software platform, minimizing downtime during implementation phase.
  • Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Reviewed time records for employees to verify accuracy of information.
  • Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
  • Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.

Accounts Payable/Purchasing Specialist

Avery County Schools
01.2006 - 01.2023
  • Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication and negotiation tactics, leading to improved contract terms.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient procurement strategies, resulting in cost savings.
  • Reduced order processing time by optimizing and automating workflows, increasing operational efficiency.
  • Identified cost-saving opportunities with thorough analysis of market trends and supplier capabilities, achieving significant budget reductions.
  • Managed purchase orders from initiation to closure, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
  • Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner, maintaining strong financial controls within the department.
  • Provided training on procurement best practices to internal stakeholders, enabling better collaboration across departments during sourcing activities.
  • Led vendor onboarding initiatives to ensure seamless integration of new suppliers into established procurement processes.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Communicated frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
  • Maintained documentation for all purchases.
  • Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
  • Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
  • Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
  • Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
  • Reduced late payment penalties by closely monitoring due dates and managing timely payments.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts payable transactions.
  • Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
  • Trained new team members on accounts payable processes, fostering a productive work environment.
  • Maintained high level of data integrity by consistently updating vendor information in the system accurately.
  • Aided audit preparation efforts by maintaining organized records and promptly addressing auditor inquiries.
  • Assisted in software migration projects, contributing to seamless transitions for Accounts Payable operations.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Studied past records to detect duplicate statements and fraud, avoiding penalties for non-compliance.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Kept detailed list of Inventory for the District
  • Assisted in reporting for local, state and federal accounts
  • Maintained Time and Effort reports
  • Backup to all school bookkeepers

Education

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Mayland Community College
Spruce Pine, NC

High School Diploma -

Avery County High School
Newland, NC
05.2002

Skills

  • Cash Application
  • Problem Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Decision Making
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Record Keeping
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Goal Oriented
  • Attention to Detail

Affiliations

  • Church Youth Leader and Sunday School Teacher

Certification

NC Notary Public - April 28, 2019 - April 27, 2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accounts Receivable/Payroll

Elk River Club
02.2023 - Current

Accounts Payable/Purchasing Specialist

Avery County Schools
01.2006 - 01.2023

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Mayland Community College

High School Diploma -

Avery County High School

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