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Maryann Smart

Accounts Payable
Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Dedicated Accounts Payable Manager with Number years of experience in the accounts payable field. Successful creating and managing new accounts payable departments from ground up. Dynamic leader with talent and knowledge in large corporate vendor account management. Experienced Accounts Payable Manager with Number years of experience managing daily accounts payable operations. Expertise in overseeing invoicing, vendor relations, payment processing and employee relations. Successful in reconfiguring workflow and staff responsibilities to improve efficiency. Skilled Accounts Payable Manager with Number years of experience providing effective leadership and training to accounts payable team. Expertise in overseeing payables department operations, including expense reporting, account reconciliations and petty cash management. Consistently reduces overhead costs through vendor reviews and contract negotiations. Results-driven Job Title experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Worked with and alongside Entrepreneur and accountants.

Handled personal accounts of Entrepreneur.

Notary public

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Manager

Zirbser-Greenbriar Nursing
05.2000 - 12.2006
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing effective accounts payable processes and controls.
  • Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and reduced processing time.
  • Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
  • Improved vendor relationships through timely payments and clear communication of company policies.
  • General Ledger entries and reconciliation.
  • Bank account reconciliations
  • 1099 reconciliation and issuance
  • Troubleshoot and reconciliation computer issues
  • Excel,Word,Peachtree experience
  • Vendor account reconciliation
  • Purchase Order system
  • Accounts Receivable experience
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve billing issues promptly and maintain accurate financial records.
  • Optimized cash flow management by negotiating favorable payment terms with vendors.
  • Reviewed monthly expense reports for accuracy, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies.
  • Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets by analyzing historical spending patterns and forecasting future expenses accurately.
  • Supported audit processes with well-organized documentation of accounts payable transactions, minimizing errors or discrepancies found during audits.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax laws affecting accounts payable activities.
  • Evaluated existing software solutions to identify areas for improvement, leading to the selection of a more efficient accounts payable system that streamlined operations further.
  • Managed vendor contracts effectively, reviewing terms periodically to ensure alignment with company objectives.
  • Collaborated closely with procurement on purchase orders to streamline approval processes while ensuring adherence to established budget guidelines.
  • Managed accurate and timely processing of over Number invoices per month.
  • Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Partnered with finance team to complete month-end accruals and account reconciliations.
  • Built strong relationships with vendors to enhance cost offerings and accomplish favored customer status.
  • Observed strict confidentiality regulations to maintain data security.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Eastern Environmental Management
03.1998 - 04.2000
  • Improved invoice processing efficiency by implementing an electronic approval system.
  • Reduced payment errors by closely monitoring and reconciling vendor statements.
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes for increased accuracy and timeliness of payments.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in improved communication and negotiation on payment terms.
  • 1099 processing
  • Accounts payable for 18 companies start to finish including the following
  • Bank reconciliation
  • General ledger entries
  • Accruals
  • Issuing of checks
  • Data entry
  • Invoice matching
  • General ledger analysis
  • Expense report editing and entry
  • Month end close
  • Sales tax reporting
  • Payroll taxes

Sr Accounts Payable

PHH Mortgage Corporation
04.1989 - 08.1999
  • Reduced invoice processing time by implementing efficient data entry and filing procedures.
  • Improved cash flow management through timely vendor payments and accurate account reconciliations.
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
  • Enhanced vendor relationships by addressing inquiries promptly and maintaining clear communication channels.
  • Fixed Asset Management
  • Data Entry
  • Inter Company Account Management
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • 1099s Management
  • General Ledger
  • Interact with Accountants

Education

Accounting/Finance

Camden County College, Blackwood, NJ

Accounting And Business Management

Gloucester County College , Sewell, NJ

Certificate - Computerized Accounting

Star Technical Institute, Williamstown NJ
06.1988

Skills

  • Accounts Payable
  • Team Bonding
  • Financial Administration
  • Expense Processing
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Fast learner
  • Fast Paced Environment
  • Invoice Auditing
  • Financial Reporting
  • Training and Mentoring
  • File Maintenance
  • General Ledger Management
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Audit Support
  • Trained in Software
  • Accounts Payable Expertise
  • Journal Entries Expertise
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Tax Compliance
  • Expense Tracking
  • Expense Reporting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Data Entry Accuracy
  • Financial Analysis
  • Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Vendor Management
  • Accounts Payable Software
  • Organizational Skills
  • Month-End Closing
  • General Ledger Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Purchase Order Management
  • Invoice Processing
  • Time Management
  • Willing to Learn
  • Team Building Leadership
  • Employee Training Oversight
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Financial Analysis and Reporting
  • Payment Scheduling

Timeline

Accounts Payable Manager - Zirbser-Greenbriar Nursing
05.2000 - 12.2006
Accounts Payable Supervisor - Eastern Environmental Management
03.1998 - 04.2000
Sr Accounts Payable - PHH Mortgage Corporation
04.1989 - 08.1999
Camden County College - , Accounting/Finance
Gloucester County College - , Accounting And Business Management
Star Technical Institute - Certificate , Computerized Accounting
Maryann SmartAccounts Payable