Marisa Del Real
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Results-driven Accounts Payable Lead with expertise in payment scheduling, invoice processing, and accounts payable software. Proven track record of streamlining workflows and enhancing team performance. Strong Problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Lead
GalleherDuffy Company
Fairfield, CA
05.2005 - 10.2025
- Oversaw full-cycle accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments.
- Streamlined invoice processing workflows via K8 import, enhancing efficiency and reducing cycle time.
- Mentored team members on best practices in accounts payable management and compliance.
- Implemented internal controls to prevent discrepancies and improve financial accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve vendor disputes and inquiries effectively.
- Led system upgrades for accounts payable software Dancik and K8, improving data accessibility and reporting capabilities.
- Developed training programs for new hires, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
- Contributed to the implementation of new accounting software K8 system, resulting in increased efficiency within the Accounts Payable department.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough audits of company invoices and statements.
- Collaborated closely with different departments to track project expenses accurately across various cost centers.
- Improved cash flow management by monitoring outstanding vendor balances and prioritizing payments based on due dates and discounts available.
- Collaborated with procurement teams to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, receipts, and invoices, ensuring correct billing from vendors.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through timely and accurate payment processing, improving communication and trust.
- Increased compliance with internal controls by providing regular training to Accounts Payable team members on company policies and procedures.
- Ensuring proper tax treatment by verifying the accuracy of vendor W-9 forms and 1099 reporting requirements.
- Assisted in budget preparation by providing detailed reports on expenses incurred during prior periods for comparison purposes.
- Mentored junior Accounts Payable team members on best practices and professional growth opportunities, fostering a positive work environment.
- Maintained organized filing systems for all Accounts Payable documentation, allowing for easy retrieval during audits or reviews as needed.
- Supported timely month-end closings through accurate expense categorization and prompt data entry.
- Assisted in the development of Accounts Payable policies and procedures, contributing to a more efficient and effective department.
- Managed a high volume of invoices while maintaining strict attention to detail regarding coding accuracy and approval requirements.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Ran weekly payment runs over 2 million per week.
- Maintained Spiff, Rebates, and Customer Refunds
- Maintained Rents for 29 locations
- I was known as an SME- Subject Matter Expert.
- Managed Utilities for all 29 locations
Education
High School Diploma -
Fairfield Suisun Adult School
FairfieldSkills
- Accounts payable software
- Payment scheduling
- Invoice processing
- Audit support
- ERP system proficiency
- Expense tracking
- Month-end closing
- Credit card management
- Entry verification
- Problem resolution
- Data entry
- Data inputting
- Account reconciliation
- Statement reconciliation
- Payment processing
- ERP systems proficiency
- Financial reporting
- Statement review
- Process improvement
- Vendor relations
- Report preparation
- Payment coding
- Petty cash management
- Organization skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Bill payment and recordkeeping
- Active listening
- Creative problem solving
- Decision-making
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft office
- Accounts payable
- Task prioritization
- Handling confidential materials
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of a new Software for the whole company K8 system.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounts Payable Lead
GalleherDuffy Company
05.2005 - 10.2025
High School Diploma -
Fairfield Suisun Adult School