Maribel Orense
Levittown,NY
Summary
Experienced Accounts Payable Manager skilled in ERP systems, including Ariba, SAP, and Concur. Specializes in compliance management and process automation, driving efficiency and accuracy in accounts payable operations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Manager
Lacoste USA
New York, NY
02.2020 - 04.2026
- Led a team of 2 AP specialists to process high-volume invoices using ERP systems Ariba, SAP, and Concur
- Managed end-to-end AP processes, including month-end preparations, ensuring compliance with internal controls and accurate financial reporting
- Supervised corporate credit card program by issuing cards and reconciling monthly statements for financial accuracy
- Prepared annual 1099 IRS tax reporting and 480.6A tax returns in Puerto Rico, ensuring timely compliance with regulations
- Oversaw automation and digitization of SAP Ariba invoicing processes, enhancing efficiency and data accuracy
- Executed weekly payment runs exceeding $5 million, including ACH, checks, and wire transfers for executive approval
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Lacoste USA
New York, NY
10.2006 - 01.2020
- Resolved payment inquiries, discrepancies, and billing issues through effective vendor relationship management
- Trained staff on accounts payable procedures and software systems
- Reconciled monthly accounts payable reports in collaboration with finance team to ensure accuracy
- Supported year end audits by preparing necessary documentation and records
- Generated aging reports for review by management.
- Facilitated month-end closing activities for accounts payable to support timely financial reporting
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Victoria's Secret Beauty
New York, New York
05.1999 - 07.2006
- Processed high-volume vendor invoices, ensuring timely payments and maintaining positive supplier relationships
- Trained junior staff on accounts payable best practices, enhancing team capability and knowledge retention
- Coordinated year-end 1099 reporting tasks.
- Contributed to month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts and preparing financial reports.
- Verified accuracy of vendor setup information in the system prior to processing invoices for payment
- Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations, and billing codes for accuracy
Accounts Payable Clerk
Gryphon Development
New York, NY
12.1997 - 05.1999
- Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision
- Verified coding accuracy on invoices before processing payments to prevent errors
- Reviewed and coded expense reports to ensure compliance with company guidelines and policies
- Communicated with vendors to resolve payment status and inquiry issues efficiently
- Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
Queens College
Flushing, NYSkills
- Tax Reporting
- Compliance Management
- ERP Systems (Ariba, SAP, Concur)
- Process Improvement
- Team leadership
- Detail orientation
Timeline
Accounts Payable Manager
Lacoste USA
02.2020 - 04.2026
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Lacoste USA
10.2006 - 01.2020
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Victoria's Secret Beauty
05.1999 - 07.2006
Accounts Payable Clerk
Gryphon Development
12.1997 - 05.1999
Associate of Science - Accounting
Queens College