Michele Chuney
Detroit,MI
Summary
Diligent Accounts Payable Specialist with solid background in managing accounts payable processes. Proven track record of accurately processing invoices and maintaining strong vendor relationships. Demonstrated ability in using advanced accounting software and adhering to strict deadlines.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
Micro Auto Group
02.2018 - Current
- Stamp and sort mail
- Sort and match invoices with paperwork for all 3 Micro companies, approx. 80 to 100 vendors per company
- Code and enter all invoices for regular vendors / upload most discount invoices into system
- Sort, code and enter utility bills: inter-company, check request, contract labor, etc.
- Pull and match invoices to statements
- Run 3 separate check runs for each Micro Company (Platers, Paint and Rim)
- Pull invoice to cut check according to due date or discount date
- Process signed checks to be mailed out
- Order supplies for all locations: invoices, statement, printer supplies, snacks etc.
- Keep track of all driver inspection sheets
- Order vehicle tabs/plates
- Sign in checks and cash from all drivers and managers
- Processed vendor invoices accurately to ensure timely payments and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Managed end-to-end accounts payable cycle, including invoice approval and payment processing.
- Reconciled discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and receipts to uphold financial accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve payment issues and improve overall workflow efficiency.
- Trained new staff on accounts payable procedures and best practices for improved team performance.
- Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
- Facilitated dispute resolution between company departments and vendors regarding payment issues or discrepancies in invoicing.
- Updated vendor information regularly, ensuring accurate contact details and banking information for prompt payments.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements by providing accurate accounts payable information.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Friedman Integrated Real Estate Solutions
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Insure Commercial and Residential property invoices are key in Yardi system, in a timely fashion. Verify they all have proper coding, backup and signatures. Work closely with property managers and accountants to ensure payments are made on a timely basis.
- Process 200 plus invoices daily, 16 Residential properties and 24 Commercial properties. Prepare for Thursday check run.
- Open and distribute mail, file invoices, return phone calls in a timely manner.
- Implemented automation tools to streamline invoice processing and reduce manual data entry errors.
- Reconciled discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and receipts to uphold financial accuracy.
- Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Facilitated dispute resolution between company departments and vendors regarding payment issues or discrepancies in invoicing.
- Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
- Updated vendor information regularly, ensuring accurate contact details and banking information for prompt payments.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Hospice of Michigan
02.2005 - 04.2016
- Assign proper general ledger code to all invoices processed.
- Complete check run procedures (report generation, invoice selection, check printing, filing etc.) Review and prepare check request and travel expense for weekly check run.
- Review Accounts Payable posting reports.
- Process misc. invoices M-Z.
- Processed outpatient hospital invoices.
- Developed standardized reporting methods to enhance visibility into payment schedules and cash flow management.
- Conducted regular audits of accounts payable transactions to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
Accounts Payable Clerk
R. L. Polk
08.1998 - 02.2005
- Researched and prepared expense reports saving R.
- Polk thousands in potential overpayments.
- Enhanced vendor relationships by fulfilling payment obligations in an accurate and timely manner.
- Voluntarily learned the managerial role of processing and distributing vendor checks to increase company versatility.
- Process vendors A-Z for payment by coding in open requisition, receiving purchase order and 3-way matching, utilizing Peoplesoft Webbase Software for one year then switching to JD Edwards Enterprise Software.
Education
Associates - Women's Ministry
GMMWI
Detroit, MI06-2026
No Degree - Women's Ministry
M.R.R.E.W.M.I.
Detroit, MIAssociate of Applied Science - Accounting
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI01.2012
High School Diploma -
Cooley High School
DetroitSkills
- Legend
- Great Plains
- QuickBooks
- JD Edwards (3-way match)
- Allscripts Homecare
- Epicor (IVP)
- Peachtree (3-way match)
- Yardi
- ICD9 CM Coding/CPT Codes
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
Micro Auto Group
02.2018 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
Friedman Integrated Real Estate Solutions
12.2016 - 02.2018
Accounts Payable Specialist
Hospice of Michigan
02.2005 - 04.2016
Accounts Payable Clerk
R. L. Polk
08.1998 - 02.2005
Associates - Women's Ministry
GMMWI
No Degree - Women's Ministry
M.R.R.E.W.M.I.
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Wayne County Community College
High School Diploma -
Cooley High School