Lori Bell

Sachse,TX

Summary

Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Specialist II / Operations Admin Assistant II

Continental Battery Systems

Dallas, TX

12.2020 - Current

Managed full-cycle AR, including invoicing, credits, collections, customer/vendor support, reconciliations, placing orders, and preparing quotes.
Created saved searches and custom reports in NetSuite
Trained team members and developed process documentation
Worked independently and with management to create and implement numerous processes to streamline various functions like collections, credits, and drop shipments.
Assisted with inventory counts and order fulfillment
Provided direct customer and vendor support
Produced marketing content through photography and editing
Managed the team of three employees, facilitating issues and delegating responsibilities while maintaining employee files
Developed training materials for junior staff on accounting procedures and software usage.
Led cross-departmental initiatives to improve budget forecasting accuracy and efficiency.
Assisted auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries promptly.

Accounting Manager

SlipDoctors

Carrollton, TX

09.2019 - 05.2020

Full-cycle Accounting using QuickBooks, Shopify, and Amazon
Reconciliations for both AR and AP, as well as maintaining QuickBooks with regular journal entries
Handled domestic shipping and warehouse inventory
Maintained vendor and customer account accuracy
Produced marketing and e-commerce imagery
Assisted with Warehouse - Picking, packing, shipping, and inventory
Led monthly financial close processes, ensuring timely reporting and accuracy of financial statements.
Analyzed financial data to identify trends, providing insights that informed strategic decision-making for management.
Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.

Billing Coordinator

My Possibilities

Plano, TX

10.2017 - 08.2019

Processed monthly billing for over 300 clients across multiple therapy programs
Creating a streamlined process that reduced the completion of invoicing by 6 days
Implemented and managed the collections process, drastically reducing delinquency with past due, over 30, 60, and 90 days notices via mail, email, and phone calls.
Provided photography and editing support for events and marketing
Managing a small team, building community while fostering cooperation

Cash Applications Specialist

Goodman Factors

Dallas, TX

05.2014 - 10.2017

Processed daily check and ACH deposits (100-400 per day totaling one to four million)
Conducted detailed payment research for a high-accuracy application
Prepared daily bank deposits

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Texas Woman's University

Denton, TX

12.2012

Skills

Intercompany transactions
Audit support
GL and journal entries
Payment processing
Bookkeeping
Invoicing and billing
Customer service
Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication
MS office
Administrative support
Financial reporting
Accounts payable and receivable
Payment tracking systems
Account reconciliation
QuickBooks & NetSuite expertise

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