Melissa Wilson
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Resourceful Accounts Payable Clerk known for excellent account management and time management skills. Expert in Mac/PC software use and ledger verification with great customer service skills. Meticulous and enterprising worker dedicated to excellence. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
Smyrna Ready Mix Concrete
06.2021 - Current
- Managing 270 accounts payable using accounting software and other programs
- Handling accounts payable for separate entities and vendors
- Analyzing workflow processes
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing vendors
- Ensuring bills and utilities are paid in timely and accurate manner while adhering to departmental procedures
- Processing due invoices for payments
- Comparing purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges
- Processing transactions and performing accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries and reconciling books of accounts.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Produced month-end closing reports and provided actionable suggestions on remittance for quick resolution.
- Facilitated dispute resolution between company departments and vendors regarding payment issues or discrepancies in invoicing.
- Proactively identified potential areas of improvement within existing processes, leading to enhanced efficiency across several workflows.
- Aided manager in examining company finances to develop strategies in reducing costs and maximizing revenues.
- Enhanced financial accuracy through diligent reconciliation of vendor statements and company records.
- Assisted in automating repetitive tasks within accounts payable function, resulting in increased productivity levels throughout department.
- Evaluated financial records to detect errors and discrepancies.
- Reorganized accounts payable processes, decreasing supplier payment delays from 60 to 15 days.
- Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
Freelance Photographer
Melissa Leigh Photography
08.2007 - Current
- Specialize in wide variety of areas, special events, weddings, family portraits, sports and real estate
- Booking and managing clients for photo sessions and follow-up for finishing sessions
- Manage and promote business for holidays and seasonal events
- Determine project requirements and arrange all proper equipment and supplies
- Coordinate with videographers, makeup artists and other professionals as necessary
- Adjust, modify and rework photos using digital and computer manipulation applications.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Efficiently managed workflow during peak seasons by delegating tasks to assistants or outsourcing post-production work when necessary.
- Conducted pre-production meetings with clients to set expectations and create shared vision for final product, ensuring successful outcomes.
- Organized photoshoots from conceptualization to completion, effectively coordinating logistics such as locations, models, and props.
- Developed strong relationships with local businesses, securing ongoing photography work for promotional materials and events.
- Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast and light range.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Managed all aspects of photography business, from scheduling shoots to invoicing clients, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Optimized image processing techniques, resulting in improved color accuracy and overall image quality for clients.
- Established strong online presence through social media marketing and website development, attracting new clients and expanding brand reach.
- Built diverse portfolio by working with clients across multiple industries, showcasing versatility and adaptability.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Cashier/Admin Assistant/Finance Assistant
Honda Of Murfreesboro
01.2015 - 06.2021
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout facility.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Developed rapport with regular customers, offering personalized service that fostered brand loyalty.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Promoted positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical
Tennesse Technology Center
Murfreesboro, TN01.2008
High School Diploma - Early Childhood Development/Medical
Siegel High School
Murfreesboro, TN01.2007
Skills
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Payable (6 years)
- Customer Service
- Account Reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Clerical Experience
- Office Management
- Word Processing
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- Accounting
- QuickBooks
- Journal Entries
- General Ledger Accounting
- Bank Reconciliation
- Microsoft Office (10 years)
- Mac OS X (10 years)
- Accounting (5 years)
- Financial Analysis
- Customer service
- Account management
- Accounting software
- Mac OS
- Guest services
- Communication skills
- Continuous improvement
- Balance sheet reconciliation
- Account reconciliation
- General ledger reconciliation
- Time management
- Data entry
- Organizational skills
- Filing
- Analysis skills
- Bank reconciliation
Certification
Driver's License
Additional Information - References
- Michelle Coffee, 615-556-4690, Co-worker
- Stephanie Cook, 615-355-1028, Supervisor
- Russell Carter, 615-948-2634, Supervisor
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
Smyrna Ready Mix Concrete
06.2021 - Current
Cashier/Admin Assistant/Finance Assistant
Honda Of Murfreesboro
01.2015 - 06.2021
Freelance Photographer
Melissa Leigh Photography
08.2007 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical
Tennesse Technology Center
High School Diploma - Early Childhood Development/Medical
Siegel High School
Driver's License
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