LESLIE GILSON
Summary
Accomplished Accounts Payable Lead at Catapult Learning, enhancing financial reporting and vendor management. Streamlined invoice processing, boosting payment turnaround by over 50%. Expert in data analysis and problem-solving, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Proven track record in effective communication and attention to detail, driving operational efficiency and strategic partnerships. Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Lead/ Data Analyst
Catapult Learning
New York, NY
10.2023 - Current
- Key finance and operations team member managing accounts payable, contract tracking, and financial reporting.
- Leads SOP implementation to boost efficiency, ensure compliance, and maintain accuracy.
- Collaborates with Regional Directors and Subcontractors, handling billing, accruals, and vendor compliance.
- Skilled in Power BI, SmartSheet, and AvidXchange for data and process management.
- Streamline invoice processing and vendor onboarding using Avid and Power BI, improving turnaround time for summer programming payments by over 50%.
- Manage monthly accruals and resolve discrepancies in SmartSheet databases to support accurate financial forecasting and reporting.
- Oversee contract compliance for Independent Contractors and Subcontractors, reviewing W9s, COIs, and agreements for accuracy and consistency.
- Ensure timely payments for high-priority vendors by coordinating credit card processing, FedEx check deliveries, and expedited billing cycles.
- Manage accurate and timely processing of over 4000 invoices per month.
- Responsible for resolving payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
Operations Manager
KometaBio Inc.
Cresskill, NJ
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed daily operations and financial performance, partnering with the CEO on budgeting, P&L tracking, and strategy for delinquent accounts.
- Led vendor negotiations yielding 19% shipping cost savings and implemented a product tracking system that improved workflow and achieved a 95% on-time shipment rate.
- Supervised staff to ensure policy compliance and operational efficiency.
- Managed financial performance and budgeting in partnership with the CEO; advised on delinquent accounts and resource allocation.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to achieve a 19% cost savings; implemented a product tracking system improving efficiency and achieving a 95% on-time shipment rate.
- Supervised operations staff and enforced compliance with company policies to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality dental products.
Program Coordinator
PIEA, LLC
Woodcliff Lake, NJ
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Managed accounts payable to ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor documentation.
- Streamlined invoice tracking and payment systems, reducing processing time and increasing accuracy.
- Collaborated with internal teams and external partners to resolve challenges effectively.
- Led team meetings to enhance collaboration and expand program reach through strategic partnerships.
Retail Manager/Buyer
The Canteen
Westwood, NJ
09.2013 - 03.2020
- Directed daily operations for $3M retail store, supervising 12-person team and coaching managers to meet objectives.
- Increased profitability by twenty-five percent through customer-focused strategies and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Managed cash handling procedures, safety protocols, and merchandising to uphold operational excellence.
- Executed daily compliance procedures, improving staff performance and training outcomes.
Production Manager
Happy Kids
New York, NY
08.1996 - 04.2006
- Directed operations and workflow for $50M children’s clothing division, managing multiple projects on time and within budget.
- Developed and enforced labor compliance programs in collaboration with internal teams and vendors.
- Resolved production and vendor issues proactively to enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated project management efforts to ensure seamless execution of all initiatives.
- Implemented strategies to maintain adherence to regulations across all processes.
- Established strong partnerships with compliance personnel to support program effectiveness.
- Maintained productivity targets through effective issue resolution and team collaboration.
- Streamlined workflows to optimize resource allocation within the apparel division.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Boston University
Boston, MassachusettsMaster of Business Administration -
Pace University
New York, NYSkills
- Accounts payable and invoice processing
- Financial reporting and data analysis
- Vendor management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Timeline
Accounts Payable Lead/ Data Analyst
Catapult Learning
10.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
KometaBio Inc.
04.2022 - 10.2023
Program Coordinator
PIEA, LLC
03.2020 - 04.2022
Retail Manager/Buyer
The Canteen
09.2013 - 03.2020
Production Manager
Happy Kids
08.1996 - 04.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Boston University
Master of Business Administration -
Pace University
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