Marquis Smith
Orlando,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist bringing two years of experience carrying out all accounts receivable functions in high volume environments. Proficient in preparing invoices, processing payments and pursuing past-due balances. Well-versed in accurately coding different types of bills for clear recordkeeping and tracking. Team-oriented, dependable and performance-driven.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Receivable & Collections Clerk
Signature Aviation
12.2023 - Current
- Upheld high standards of professionalism by adhering to established accounting policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines throughout daily tasks.
- Reduced late payments by maintaining strong relationships with clients and implementing effective follow-up procedures.
- Managed 150-200 accounts with aging amounting to $3M to ensure timely collections and minimize outstanding balances.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to clients, processed Credit Card payments, and documented account updates.
- Performed daily reconciliation of bank accounts and customers accounts to ensure accurate billing and payment processing.
- Maximized office efficiency through proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite tools such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Participated in the month-end close process, ensuring accurate reporting of accounts receivable balances and timely submission of data for financial statements.
- Mitigated disputes over invoices by liaising between internal departments and clients, ensuring clear communication and swift resolution of issues.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Aston Carter
02.2022 - 10.2023
- Entered sensitive information into accounting software systems to ensure accurate bookkeeping
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Managed Accounts Receivable with Aging in excess of $3.5M
- Very proficient in excel functions & formulas such as V-Look ups, C-Look ups & Dashboard builder.
- Collaborated with senior staff to produce accurate, current and timely financial reports and supporting documentation.
- Resolved billing discrepancies by completing detailed research and analysis and documented client rebate discounts and reserve fund records.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel and Oracle software to manage invoices and payments.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Prepared detailed excel sheets for record keeping purposes.
- Collaborated with billing and account management departments to implement corporate collection policies in accordance with cross-functional objectives.
- Adjusted and audited contractor payroll and billing using InfoPath.
- Applied cash and wires to corresponding customer accounts based on remittance details provided by customers.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each quarter.
Assistant Manager
Orangetheory Fitness
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
- Planned team-building exercises to increase employee performance and job satisfaction.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by monitoring credit card sales and deposits.
Sales Associate
GNC - General Nutrition Centres
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls, MN12.2022
High School Diploma -
First Coast High School
Jacksonville, FL05.2018
Skills
- Business Development
- Cash System Applications
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Contract Negotiation
- Client Liaison
- Database Updates
- Bank Statement Reconciliation
- Accounts Receivable
- Financial Recordkeeping
- Financial Calculation and Analysis
Timeline
Accounts Receivable & Collections Clerk
Signature Aviation
12.2023 - Current
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Aston Carter
02.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Manager
Orangetheory Fitness
09.2020 - 01.2022
Sales Associate
GNC - General Nutrition Centres
02.2019 - 08.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northland Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
First Coast High School