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Melody Garcia

Surprise,AZ

Summary

Accurate Accounts Payable Associate with a 5 year background in accounts payable. Specialties include records organization and management, reconcilication, and general accounting. Committed to maintaining 100% accuracy in invoice processing.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Associate

Arizona Spray Equipment
10.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated with purchasing department to match purchase orders with received invoices for accurate payment processing.
  • Matched purchase orders to invoices and logged invoices into computer.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving disputes promptly.
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes for faster payment turnaround times.
  • Reconciled vendor statements monthly, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action as needed.
  • Increased accuracy of expense coding, resulting in improved budget tracking and cost analysis.
  • Reconciled bank statements.
  • Contributed to audit preparation by maintaining organized records and documentation.
  • Reviewed each invoice and requisitions for payment approval.
  • Completed special projects as assigned, supporting overall company financial objectives and goals.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Prepared checks.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
  • Followed up overdue payments and payment plans from clients to establish good cash flow.
  • Utilized QuickBooks software to manage invoices and payments.
  • Improved cash flow by promptly processing invoices and diligently following up on overdue payments.
  • Utilized Microsoft Excel, and QuickBooks software to manage invoices and payments.
  • Reviewed accounts on monthly basis to assess aging and pursue collection of funds.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Arizona Spray Equipment
04.2011 - 07.2013
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
  • Reduced late payment penalties by closely monitoring due dates and managing timely payments.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts payable transactions.
  • Prepared comprehensive monthly reports detailing outstanding payables, providing valuable insights for decision-making processes.
  • Streamlined vendor payments, ensuring timely financial operations by accurately scheduling and executing payments.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.

Education

No Degree - Some Accounting Classes

Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ

High School Diploma -

Apollo High School
Glendale, AZ
05.2003

Skills

  • Payment tracking
  • Microsoft Office
  • Invoice Processing
  • Check Issuance
  • Statement Reconciliation
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Customer service support
  • Data inputting
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Accurate payment posting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Quickbooks

Certification

Currently enrolled at Penn Foster in earning by Bookkeeping Certification

Timeline

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Associate

Arizona Spray Equipment
10.2021 - Current

Accounts Payable Clerk

Arizona Spray Equipment
04.2011 - 07.2013

No Degree - Some Accounting Classes

Glendale Community College

High School Diploma -

Apollo High School

Currently enrolled at Penn Foster in earning by Bookkeeping Certification

Melody Garcia