Loni Mathias
Hutchinson,KS
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounting Lead focused on improving company financial operations and streamlining processes using effective leadership, planning and decision-making abilities with the upmost accuracy. Offering 23 years of knowledge from Kroger, with 6 being in Leadership while the other years were all dealing with accounting processes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Lead CAR
Kroger
02.2016 - Current
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations, based on Oracle reporting and aging summary
- Coached team members on accounting principles, enhancing their skills and overall knowledge base within Oracle and CAR tools Web app.
- Assisted in upgrade and conversion of Oracle modernization system.
- Contributed to hiring, training and development of my accounting team.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances each period.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of transactions and accurate recordkeeping.
- Reconciled accounts and created upload templates to utilize in Oracle for monthly closing procedures.
- Collaborated with external auditors and my team associates to provide necessary documentation, ensuring smooth and timely audit process each quarter.
- Improved internal controls through regular internal audits to ensure accuracy
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
Cash Application Specialist - Balancer
Kroger
02.2004 - 02.2016
- Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
- Streamlined reconciliation processes, ultimately decreasing outstanding accounts receivable balances.
- Disbursed petty cash by recording entries and verifying documentation.
- Responded to customer concerns and questions on daily basis.
- Expedited resolution of unapplied credits by working closely with billing departments to address discrepancies promptly.
- Utilized various software programs to process customer payments.
- Maintained accurate records of customer payments.
- Processed vendor and supplier payments on weekly basis.
- Collaborated with customers to resolve disputes.
- Applied cash and wires to corresponding customer accounts based on remittance details provided by customers.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, fostering trust and facilitating effective communication related to payments and account balances.
- Reconciled accounts receivable to general ledger.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Pharmacy Clerk
Kroger
09.2003 - 02.2004
- Completed cash register transactions by handling credit and cash payments using pharmacy register system.
- Verified prescription information prior to entry in pharmacy computer system.
Medical Records Clerk
Medical Center
07.2001 - 02.2003
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and details of medical records.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
- Processed and tracked requests for medical records from external organizations.
- Responded effectively to requests for medical records from legal representatives, insurance companies, and other authorized parties in a timely manner.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Assisted in training new staff on medical record processing and filing procedures.
- Sorted and distributed incoming and outgoing medical records.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
- Printed and photocopied documents to provide patients with copies of medical records.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
- Followed exact procedures for handling transfers and other releases of medical records.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Customer Service Representative
Dillons Grocery Store
07.1999 - 02.2003
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
- Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
- Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
- Implemented and developed customer service training processes.
- Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hutchinson High School
Hutchinson, KS05.2001
Accounting
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KSSkills
- Accounting Processes
- Employee Motivation
- Finding Ways for move Processes to different programs or simplify
- Accuracy and ability for find out of balances
- Proficient in Oracle
Timeline
Accounting Lead CAR
Kroger
02.2016 - Current
Cash Application Specialist - Balancer
Kroger
02.2004 - 02.2016
Pharmacy Clerk
Kroger
09.2003 - 02.2004
Medical Records Clerk
Medical Center
07.2001 - 02.2003
Customer Service Representative
Dillons Grocery Store
07.1999 - 02.2003
High School Diploma -
Hutchinson High School
Accounting
Hutchinson Community College