Michelle Garcia
Beaumont,CA
Summary
Competent Cash Applications Specialist with logical mind and strong understanding of accounting reconciliation processes. Promoting background in business and financial management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
VMS Cash Applications Specialist
EmployBridge
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Used multiple VMS systems to keep track of all data.
- Organized workflow effectively through proper task delegation among team members which led to increased productivity levels.
- Contributed to process improvements within the team, sharing best practices and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Researched and rectified unapplied cash items.
- Enhanced cash application efficiency by implementing automated processes and reducing manual data entry.
- Managed high-volume accounts efficiently by prioritizing tasks based on urgency or potential impact on company finances.
- Streamlined payment processing for improved customer satisfaction and reduced billing errors.
- Provided support during month-end close activities by finalizing reconciliations accurately within tight deadlines.
- Handled most issues and escalated those requiring manager involvement to correct contacts.
VMS Payroll Specialist
EmployBridge
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information while addressing payroll concerns or disputes.
- Conducted regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts related to payroll transactions for accurate financial reporting purposes.
Accounts Payable Administrator
DPI Specialty Foods
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Implemented a paperless filing system, reducing physical storage needs and increasing document accessibility.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion of financial statements.
- Communicated with other departments to verify purchases.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, facilitating open communication for effective issue resolution.
- Reconciled invoices and purchase orders and updated databases accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology - Forensics Behavioral Science
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA12.2015
Skills
- Customer Relationships
- General accounting
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Data Entry
- Payment Processing
- Skilled in VMS Systems
- Discrepancy Research
- Cash Management
- Team Collaboration
- Account Reconciliation
- Data Analysis
- Discrepancy Reconciliation
Timeline
VMS Cash Applications Specialist
EmployBridge
02.2022 - 04.2024
VMS Payroll Specialist
EmployBridge
08.2018 - 02.2022
Accounts Payable Administrator
DPI Specialty Foods
09.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminology - Forensics Behavioral Science
California State University - Fresno