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Michelle Higgins

Milton ,FL

Summary

At Supreme Paper Supplies, I am

Proficient as an Accounts Receivable Clerk and customer service representative. I believe in enhancing customer relations and reducing outstanding balances by managing account reconciliations and payment coordination. My proactive approach led to a decrease in uncollectible debt, showcasing my commitment to achieving financial accuracy and client satisfaction. I enjoy helping customers and having a positive impact in the company’s growth while also meeting the needs of our customers.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Supreme Paper Supplies
04.2015 - Current
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
  • Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
  • Maintained up-to-date customer contact information, enabling effective communication regarding account status and payment inquiries.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries about their account status or billing concerns, building strong, long-lasting relationships.
  • Prepared billing statements and invoices for customer purchases and recorded transaction date, price and fees to support accuracy.
  • Contributed to month-end closing procedures by preparing detailed accounts receivable aging reports for management
  • Made outbound calls to vendors and customers to discuss and resolve account needs.
  • Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to verify payments and resolve variances.
  • Reduced outstanding account balances through diligent follow-up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment arrangements with clients.
  • Responded to inbound inquiries regarding accounts and payments.
  • Decreased uncollectible debt by closely monitoring accounts and promptly identifying high-risk customers for management review.
  • Collaborated with sales team to resolve billing discrepancies, resulting in improved customer relationships and increased client satisfaction.
  • Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
  • Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
  • Followed up overdue payments and payment plans from clients to establish good cash flow.
  • Monitored accounts to verify compliance with payment terms and schedules.
  • Reviewed accounts on monthly basis to assess aging and pursue collection of funds.
  • Negotiated payment arrangements with customers to establish timely receipt of payments.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.

Education

Associate Of General Studies - General Studies

Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL

Skills

Payment Coordination

Timeline

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Supreme Paper Supplies
04.2015 - Current

Associate Of General Studies - General Studies

Pensacola State College
Michelle Higgins