Lily Lum
Honolulu,USA
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Aloha Petroleum LTD, excelling in financial reporting and account reconciliation. Proven track record in optimizing processes and enhancing vendor management. Adept at budgeting and forecasting, with strong leadership skills that drive team success and improve financial performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Coordinator
Aloha Petroleum LTD
Honolulu, USA
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Oversaw account reconciliations and facilitated audits for accuracy and compliance.
- Managed vendor payments alongside lease schedules, optimizing payment processes.
- Compiled comprehensive financial reports while supporting AP/AR functions efficiently.
- Conducted training sessions for onboarding of new AP Coordinator to enhance team capabilities.
- Monitored rent roll for 62 commercial leases, including diverse franchise terms.
- Processed monthly rental payments, monitored delinquencies, and maintained ledger integrity.
- Executed CAM reconciliations by identifying discrepancies and accurately allocating costs.
- Implemented ASC 842 standards for effective tracking of lease assets and amortization.
Finance Coordinator
Aloha Petroleum LTD
Honolulu, USA
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Processed daily cash applications and reconciled balances
- Supported AR/Cash Management supervisor and Lead Coordinator
- Utilized accounting software to maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
- Coordinated with internal teams to streamline collections processes and improve workflows.
- Conducted credit checks on new customers prior to extending credit terms.
- Provided support to internal stakeholders regarding accounts receivable related inquiries or requests.
- Developed strategies for improving collection processes and reducing bad debt exposure.
- Investigated and resolved billing discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Reconciled bank statements on a daily basis.
- Generated regular aging reports for review by senior management.
- Completed daily accounts receivable ledger reconciliations.
Accounting Coordinator - General Ledger & Accounts Payable
Aloha Petroleum LTD
Honolulu, USA
07.2019 - 10.2023
- Managed vendor setup and payment processing
- Generated financial reports and supported 1099 updates
- Maintained organized filing systems for invoices and payment documentation.
- Managed vendor relationships to resolve inquiries and discrepancies efficiently.
- Reconciled monthly statements to ensure accuracy of accounts payable records.
- Assisted in preparing reports for financial audits and compliance reviews.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline payment processes.
- Utilized accounting software to track expenses and maintain budgetary controls.
- Trained new team members on accounts payable procedures and software tools.
- Checked accuracy and integrity of purchase orders.
- Prepared journal entries and reconciled accounts to complete month-end closing processes.
- Reconciled accounts payable transactions.
- Performed administrative tasks to support strategic initiatives.
Accounting Specialist
TMLF HI LLC
Honolulu, USA
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Accurately reconciled bank statements and processed payments to ensure financial integrity.
- Managed HR expense payments while supporting comprehensive budget reporting.
- Executed daily tasks, maintaining strict compliance with established protocols.
- Provided outstanding customer service through direct interactions via phone and in-person.
- Maintained trust accounts for individual attorney cases efficiently.
Accounting Specialist (Temporary)
Dunhill Professional Search
Honolulu, USA
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Reconciled invoices and tracked purchase orders
Accounts Payable Specialist
Leu Okuda & Doi Attorneys at Law
Honolulu, USA
07.2016 - 02.2018
- Managed invoicing and attorney supported case managers.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Input financial data and produced reports using QuickBooks.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Accounting
Pursuing
Online05-2027
Associate of Science (AS) - Accounting
University of Hawaii - Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI06.2019
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Account reconciliation and maintenance
- Vendor and supplier management
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Lease and fixed asset accounting
- Process optimization
- Data analytics
- Audit support and compliance
- Bank reconciliation
- Records management
- Expense tracking and reporting
- Accounts payable oversight
- Capital budgeting strategies
- Leadership development
Timeline
Senior Finance Coordinator
Aloha Petroleum LTD
11.2024 - 08.2025
Finance Coordinator
Aloha Petroleum LTD
10.2023 - 11.2024
Accounting Coordinator - General Ledger & Accounts Payable
Aloha Petroleum LTD
07.2019 - 10.2023
Accounting Specialist
TMLF HI LLC
06.2018 - 07.2019
Accounting Specialist (Temporary)
Dunhill Professional Search
02.2018 - 05.2018
Accounts Payable Specialist
Leu Okuda & Doi Attorneys at Law
07.2016 - 02.2018
Bachelor's degree - Accounting
Pursuing
Associate of Science (AS) - Accounting
University of Hawaii - Leeward Community College
Additional Information
Additional prior employment available upon request, References available upon request.