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Kimberly Washington

Detroit,MI

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Assistant

Display Group
Detroit, MI
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with accounts receivable activities such as invoicing, collections, and deposits.
  • Reviewed customer accounts to ensure accuracy of billing information and payment terms.
  • Entered data into accounting software programs such as Sage Accounting Software.
  • Answered questions from customers regarding their billing or payment status.
  • Provided support to upper management with special projects related to finance or accounting processes.
  • Developed procedures for more efficient workflow in the accounting department.
  • Received payments from customers via cash, check and credit cards to pay company invoices.
  • Communicated with vendors and clients to facilitate timely payments and reduce outstanding accounts receivable.
  • Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes.
  • Utilized automation system to process payments and invoices to streamline transactions.
  • Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
  • Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.

Cashier

James Martin Chevrolet
Detroit, MI
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Reconciled transactions at end of shift using appropriate forms and reports to verify accuracy of transactions.
  • Identified discrepancies between actual count and register balance; made corrections accordingly.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
  • Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.

Account Payable

The IVantage Group-Brighton
Brighton
05.2022 - 03.2023
  • Managed the entire cycle of Accounts Payable process from invoice entry through payment posting.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as Purchasing and Receiving in resolving invoice discrepancies.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
  • Processed high volume of vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner.
  • Researched, resolved and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding payments.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions including purchase orders, invoices, credit memos.
  • Prepared checks for signature according to established policies and procedures.
  • Participated in special projects as assigned by supervisor or manager.
  • Prepared ACH payment schedules and paper checks to provide timely compensation.
  • Processed vendor payments using accounting software and mobile deposit technology to achieve timely funds transfer.

Professional Cleaner

Nuera Maintance LLC
Detroit, Michigan
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Swept, mopped, and vacuumed floors of all types in industrial and residential settings.
  • Dusted and polished furniture, fixtures, walls, windowsills, and window blinds.
  • Cleaned bathrooms by scrubbing toilets, sinks, showers and tubs, and mirrors.
  • Emptied trash cans and ensured recycling bins were separated properly.
  • Stocked restrooms with toilet paper, soap, paper towels.
  • Maintained cleaning supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Sanitized high-touch surfaces such as door handles and light switches.
  • Utilized various cleaning solutions according to the type of surface being cleaned.
  • Maintained a clean work environment at all times by sweeping, dusting, mopping the work area regularly.
  • Inspected areas after completion to ensure they met standards of cleanliness set forth by the company.
  • Followed established health guidelines while handling hazardous materials like bleach or ammonia-based cleaners.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper use of cleaning equipment and techniques used in the industry.

Accountants Payable

Domestic Uniform Rental
Farmington Hills, MI
08.2017 - 04.2022
  • Pay incoming invoices, (AS461) system
  • Ensure all General Managers, Payroll, and standard groups were paid in a timely matter
  • Ensure checks printed were mailed to the correct companies
  • Generate daily payout reports
  • Ensuring all legal letters and collections were sent to the correct department.

Lead Professional Cleaner

Corporate Cleaning
Commerce Twp, MI
02.2019 - 07.2021
  • Trained and supervised 5 part-time employees
  • Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning
  • Working as a team: Clean bathrooms, Empty/take out Garbage
  • Wipe down counters, Sweep and Mop floor
  • Refill paper towel/toilet paper/soap dispenser
  • Inspected the building at the end of each shift.

Tax Associate

EVO/H&R Block Accounting & Financial Services
Detroit, MI
11.2014 - 06.2018
  • Prepared federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, businesses.

  • Assisted clients with the preparation of financial documents related to taxes.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding taxation matters.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of all current developments in taxation law, regulation, policy or practice.
  • Attended continuing education courses related to taxation topics.
  • Performed detailed reviews of client accounts prior to filing taxes in order to identify any discrepancies or errors.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to their tax filings in an efficient manner.
  • Prepared tax return documents for clients.
  • Advised clients to comply with IRS regulations and meet state and federal tax obligations.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.
  • Checked data input or verified totals on forms prepared by others to detect mathematical or procedural errors.
  • Supported work of senior-level accounting and tax preparation professionals to maximize office productivity.

Clerical/Data Entry

Evans Solutions Inc., Blanche Kelson Bruce Academy
Detroit, Michigan
05.2014 - 12.2016
  • Entering student attendance into the Virtual Box (JAIS) system
  • Ensuring all attendance was accurate and correct to accrue payment for each student attending school
  • Maintain physical files for all students.

Clerical Assistant

American Red Cross
Detroit, MI
09.2002 - 10.2013
  • Entering blood donor’s information into DMIS computer system
  • Ensuring all collected information was accurate and in line with FDA guidelines
  • Contacted donors via phone when necessary
  • Creating varies reports ensuring all donor information was correct.

Receptionist

Mel Farr Motor Collision Center
Ferndale, MI
07.2000 - 08.2002
  • Interacting with customers, obtaining insurance information, and creating work orders
  • Contacted insurance companies to ensure authorization for customer repairs and collected all payments
  • Completing care rental contract for customers
  • Closed all work orders once repairs were completed
  • Completed payroll weekly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northern High School
Detroit, MI
06-1990

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing

Dorsey Business School
Madison Heights, MI

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Highland Park Community College
Highland Park, MI

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Business Management

Randolph Technical School
Detroit, MI

Skills

  • Collaborative and initiative-taking
  • Accounting payable and receivable
  • Problem-Solving
  • Builds and maintains business relationships with clients
  • Providing prompt and accurate service to promote customer loyalty
  • Strong MS Word and Excel computer skills
  • Sage & Flex software
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Meeting Support
  • Filing, Faxing, Mailing
  • Organization
  • 10-Key/Data Entry
  • Self-Directed
  • Document Management
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Flexible
  • Personable
  • Administrative Support
  • Resolute Collaborator
  • Good oral and written communication
  • Invoicing And Collections
  • Payment Processing
  • Invoicing And Billing
  • Invoice Coding

Cell Telephone

313-522-3654

Affiliations

  • Crafting
  • Reading
  • Movies

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accounting Assistant

Display Group
06.2023 - Current

Cashier

James Martin Chevrolet
04.2023 - 06.2023

Account Payable

The IVantage Group-Brighton
05.2022 - 03.2023

Professional Cleaner

Nuera Maintance LLC
05.2022 - 12.2023

Lead Professional Cleaner

Corporate Cleaning
02.2019 - 07.2021

Accountants Payable

Domestic Uniform Rental
08.2017 - 04.2022

Tax Associate

EVO/H&R Block Accounting & Financial Services
11.2014 - 06.2018

Clerical/Data Entry

Evans Solutions Inc., Blanche Kelson Bruce Academy
05.2014 - 12.2016

Clerical Assistant

American Red Cross
09.2002 - 10.2013

Receptionist

Mel Farr Motor Collision Center
07.2000 - 08.2002

High School Diploma -

Northern High School

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing

Dorsey Business School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Highland Park Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Business Management

Randolph Technical School
Kimberly Washington