Melissa Creel
Hayden,AL
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting professional skilled in invoice processing, payment collections, and accounts payable/receivable. Proven track record in managing financial processes to enhance cash flow and ensure timely payments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting
Louis Allis LLC
Warrior, AL
03.2015 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.
- Post bank deposits
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
- Job costing
- Credit Applications
- Processed payments to vendors
- Monthly sales tax
- AR Collections
- Answer phones
Accounts Receivable and Billing Clerk
Hydra Service
Warrior , AL
08.2010 - 03.2015
- Processed customer invoices using Hydra Service's billing software.
- Managed accounts receivable to ensure timely payments from clients.
- Communicated with clients regarding outstanding balances and payment terms.
- Updated customer information in the billing system regularly.
- Maintained organized files for all accounts receivable transactions.
- Completed outbound collection calls and sent emails to encourage customer payment of overdue invoices.
- Processed customer credit applications for management review to promote increased product sales and growth of customer base.
- Reconciled customer payments with internal ledgers and ensured proper application of funds to appropriate accounts.
- Performed daily bank reconciliation tasks.
- Processed payments received by cash, check, or credit card.
- Managed the filing systems related to Accounts Receivable documents.
- Calculate commissions for payroll.
- Calculated and processed monthly sales tax payments to comply with regulations.
Accounts Receivable Manager
City Paper Company
Birmingham , AL
02.2005 - 11.2008
- Managed accounts receivable processes for a major paper distribution company.
- Conducted regular audits of accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance standards.
- Assisted in month-end closing process, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals.
- Investigated and resolved customer inquiries regarding billing issues or discrepancies.
- Generated monthly statements for clients outlining their current balances due.
- Maintained accurate records of all accounts receivable transactions.
- Reconciled daily cash receipts and applied payments to the appropriate accounts.
- Followed up with customers via phone, email, or mail regarding outstanding invoices.
Accounts Receivable
AcuTech Document Solutions
Birmingham, AL
04.2000 - 02.2005
- Post payments & make bank deposit
- Process orders to invoices
- Collection of delinquent accounts
- Answer telephone
- Enter orders for customers
Accounts Receivable
Southern Welding Supply
Birmingham, AL
03.1995 - 04.2000
- Managed accounts receivable activities including invoicing, collections.
- Prepared daily bank deposits and reconciled accounts receivable reports.
- Monitored accounts receivable balances for timely payments.
Receptionist
Birmingham Research Group
Birmingham , AL
01.1991 - 03.1995
- Scheduled appointments for clients and staff, ensuring efficient use of time.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
- Maintained front desk area, keeping it organized and welcoming for guests.
- Coordinated office supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
- Filed health insurance claims.
Proof Operator
AmSouth Bank
Birmingham, AL
01.1989 - 06.1989
- Accurately recorded check transactions to ensure precise financial documentation.
- Balanced check batches from tellers to maintain accurate financial records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pinson Valley High School
Pinson AL06-1989
Skills
- Accounts payable
- Invoice processing
- Payment collections
- Credit processing
- Month-end closing
- Job costing
- Administrative support
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Accounting
Louis Allis LLC
03.2015 - Current
Accounts Receivable and Billing Clerk
Hydra Service
08.2010 - 03.2015
Accounts Receivable Manager
City Paper Company
02.2005 - 11.2008
Accounts Receivable
AcuTech Document Solutions
04.2000 - 02.2005
Accounts Receivable
Southern Welding Supply
03.1995 - 04.2000
Receptionist
Birmingham Research Group
01.1991 - 03.1995
Proof Operator
AmSouth Bank
01.1989 - 06.1989
High School Diploma -
Pinson Valley High School