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Kristen Bonnema

Visalia,CA

Summary

Effective accounting professional with extensive experience at the CA Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Proficient in invoice verification and vendor reconciliation, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Proven ability to resolve disputes effectively while maintaining strong stakeholder communication. Committed to delivering precise financial reporting and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Officer - Specialist

CA Dept. Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
Paso Robles, CA
07.2023 - Current
  • Verified vendor invoices against goods receipts for accuracy in items, quantities, and pricing.
  • Ensured compliance of invoices with DGS terms and contract specifications.
  • Executed three-way match verification: purchase order, receiving report, and invoice.
  • Processed payments for invoices and credit memos linked to SCO claim schedules.
  • Resolved discrepancies in receipts and shipments through vendor and institution communication.
  • Prepared disputes for non-compliant invoices to maintain organizational standards.
  • Reconciled vendor statements while maintaining internal reports for accurate financial reporting.
  • Calculated and posted year-end accruals as part of financial closing procedures.

Accountant Trainee

CA Dept. Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
Paso Robles, CA
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Verified vendor invoices for accuracy against goods receipts and ensured compliance with DGS terms.
  • Verification of the three-way match: purchase order, receiving report, and invoice.
  • Processed payments for invoices and credit memos related to SCO claim schedules.
  • Clarified discrepancies in receipts and shipments through effective communication with vendors and institutions.
  • Prepared disputes for non-compliant invoices to expedite resolution processes.
  • Reconciled vendor statements while maintaining accurate internal reports.
  • Oversaw all incoming and outgoing physical and courier mail distribution.

Accountant 1 Specialist

CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Paso Robles, CA
06.2017 - 04.2022
  • Verified vendor invoices for item quantities and pricing against goods receipts.
  • Verification of the three-way match: purchase order, receiving report, and invoice.
  • Confirmed invoices adhered to DGS terms and contract requirements.
  • Processed payments for invoices and credit memos related to SCO claim schedules.
  • Communicated with institutions and vendors to clarify discrepancies in receipts and shipments.
  • Prepared disputes for non-compliant invoices to ensure resolution.
  • Reconciled vendor statements and maintained internal reports for accuracy.
  • Forwarded electronic and faxed invoices to assigned processing units for timely handling.

Assistant General Manager

Los Osos Management Company
Visalia, CA
09.2008 - 06.2017
  • Served as liaison between General Manager and property managers to enhance communication efficiency.
  • Resolved tenant issues by responding promptly to resident manager inquiries.
  • Verified tenant ledgers, ensuring accurate postings and necessary adjustments.
  • Approved termination reports and prepared refund checks for departing tenants.
  • Submitted delinquent accounts for collections to recover outstanding payments.
  • Maintained internal document control policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
  • Managed accounts payable processes to facilitate timely payments.
  • Oversaw worker's compensation and healthcare administration to support employee well-being.

Finance Legal Assistant

Carlisle, McNellie, Rini, Kramer
Cleveland, OH
01.2005 - 03.2007
  • Specialized in foreclosures and bankruptcies, providing expert guidance to clients.
  • Calculated and communicated fees and costs to clients efficiently.
  • Prepared and sent thirty-day demand letters for timely action.
  • Drafted dismissal judgments for filing with courts accurately.
  • Created legal complaints for attorney review and submission.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH

Accounting

Foothill College
Los Altos, CA

Skills

  • Invoice verification
  • Payment processing
  • Vendor reconciliation
  • Financial reporting
  • Dispute resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Accruals and prepayments
  • Stakeholder communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accounting Officer - Specialist

CA Dept. Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
07.2023 - Current

Accountant Trainee

CA Dept. Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 07.2023

Accountant 1 Specialist

CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
06.2017 - 04.2022

Assistant General Manager

Los Osos Management Company
09.2008 - 06.2017

Finance Legal Assistant

Carlisle, McNellie, Rini, Kramer
01.2005 - 03.2007

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

Lakeland Community College

Accounting

Foothill College

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