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Mercedes King

Clinton,MS

Summary

Results-oriented accounting professional with over 8 years of experience enhancing financial operations within property management companies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Interim Accountant

Kirkland Management
Ridgeland, MS
03.2023 - Current
  • Manage financial operations across multiple apartment properties, including rent collection, and account reconciliation.
  • Record tenant transactions, and process deposits in property management software.
  • Reconcile monthly bank and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
  • Assist with budget tracking, monthly reports, and audit preparation.
  • Work closely with property managers to maintain financial accuracy for maintenance and utilities.
  • Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
  • Provided guidance to other departments regarding accounting policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.

Billing Specialist

Morgan White Group
Ridgeland, MS
10.2020 - 03.2023
  • Managed insurance billing cycles, invoicing premiums, renewals, and adjustments.
  • Posted payments, tracked delinquencies, and reconciled client accounts.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies by working with clients and carriers.
  • Produced monthly financial reports and monitored compliance with internal standards.

Accounts Payable Clerk / Administrative Assistant

Weston Associates Management
Ridgeland, MS
09.2015 - 10.2020
  • Processed accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoice verification and payments.
  • Maintained accurate ledgers and reconciled vendor statements monthly.
  • Supported property management operations by coordinating with maintenance vendors and tracking expenses.
  • Performed administrative duties: managed files, supported onboarding, scheduled appointments, and handled internal communications.
  • Contributed to smooth office operations and regulatory compliance for multiple managed properties.

Customer Service Representative

Humana Inc.
Madison, MS
08.2014 - 09.2015
  • Delivered frontline customer service for clients in a regulated healthcare environment.
  • Assisted with form completion, service inquiries, and account updates.
  • Logged service requests in CRM and ensured timely resolution while maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business

Mississippi College
Clinton, MS
05.2021

High School Diploma -

Clinton High School
Clinton, MS
12.2013

Skills

  • Property management accounting
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Yardi, QuickBooks, Entrata, OneSite software experience
  • Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Journal entries and bank reconciliation
  • Vendor coordination and invoice processing
  • Month-end and year-end closings
  • Financial reporting and compliance
  • Administrative support and multitasking
  • Fair housing and regulatory knowledge
  • Strong communication and customer service

Timeline

Interim Accountant

Kirkland Management
03.2023 - Current

Billing Specialist

Morgan White Group
10.2020 - 03.2023

Accounts Payable Clerk / Administrative Assistant

Weston Associates Management
09.2015 - 10.2020

Customer Service Representative

Humana Inc.
08.2014 - 09.2015

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business

Mississippi College

High School Diploma -

Clinton High School

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