A versatile, high-energy AR/AP Specialist, Customer Service Representative / Manager, who supports and enhances organizational initiatives by achieving results through communication, negotiation, and persuasion. I have extensive experience in accounting (AR/AP), Customer Service and Management. I am a dependable person who can work with cross-functional teams in pursuit of quantifiable results. Given my outgoing, friendly, and people-oriented personality, I connect well with diverse groups and individuals. I am also very well-organized and possess solid communication skills that aid my ability to efficiently support upper management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Receivable Collection Specialist
MH Equipment
05.2024 - 01.2025
Remote/Hybrid
Oversee and coordinate the Accounts Receivable collection efforts for a Region as assigned.
Coordinate Branch departments and individuals’ assistance for collections.
Make phone calls and send emails, letters, etc. to customers concerning past due invoices.
Work within the business system and with customers to facilitate collections.
Review and improve existing billing, credit, and collection procedures.
Prepare daily and weekly past due reports to assess the progress of Accounts Receivable collection efforts.
Help maintain current tax-exempt certificates for all tax-exempt customers.
Work with the other divisions’ collection individuals to review and research payment questions.
Work with the Billtrust collection platform to keep collection data updated.
Other duties as assigned.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Commercial Van Interiors
02.2023 - 10.2023
Processed vendor invoices and payments, reconciled accounts payable by ledgers, prepared checks for payment, and maintained records of all company finances transactions
Responsible for maintaining the accounts payable department
Reviewed all incoming invoices for accuracy before approving them for payment
Processed and recorded vendor invoices and employee expense reports per company policies and procedures
Assisted in the successful transition to a new accounting software system, sparking a 25% increase in efficiency and accuracy in accounts payable processing
Assisted with the annual audit process by providing information and supporting documentation as requested
Helped prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Responded to vendor and employee inquiries regarding payment status in a timely manner
Prepared checks for approved vendor payments and mailed them in a timely fashion
Maintained knowledge of current state laws regarding business practices such as sales tax, minimum wage, etc., to provide accurate information to employees
Reconciled vendor statements and resolved discrepancies
Maintained an organized filing system for all paid and unpaid vendor invoices
Worked with the accounts payable team to ensure the timely payment of invoices and expense reports
Prepared daily, weekly and monthly store cash flow reports
Accounts Receivable Manager
Bunzl Distribution
03.2021 - 12.2022
Performed account reconciliations by constant examination of invoice and payment
Examined, prepared, and processed chargeback notifications to the customer with valid backup for payment to avoid releasing debt to an outside collection agency
Entered daily changes in relevant software, recommended improvement of software and documentation systems
Prepared journal entries, participated in monthly closing, and reviewed intercompany accounts
Accurately processed journal entries of cash receipts and payroll
Compiled financial reports and references to provide optimal customer responses
Conducted research to respond to inquiries from clients promptly
Collaborated with other departments to identify and resolve accounts receivable-related issues.
Corresponded via email and telephone; collected on past accounts; resolved disputes and questions; and researched misapplied payments, errors in contracts, and other discrepancies
Setup an A/R aging report in QuickBooks to track the payment status of all accounts to assist the collections team in identifying billing issues
Transmitted files to collection agencies monthly and analyzed reports
AR Customer Service Clerk
Forward Air
07.2017 - 12.2021
Performed account reconciliations by constant examination of invoice and payment
Verified and issued credits to customer accounts based on payment histories
Received and wrote receipts for incoming cash and checks as accounts receivable for 16 different bank accounts
Examined, prepared, and processed chargeback notifications to the customer with valid backup for payment to avoid releasing debt to an outside collection agency
Prepared journal entries, participated in monthly closing, and reviewed intercompany accounts
Accurately processed journal entries of cash receipts and payroll
Resolved accounts receivable issues following established procedures
Compiled financial reports and references to provide optimal customer responses
Analyzed billing submitted by field managers, accounting software processes, and applied for payments
Corresponded via email and telephone; collected on past accounts; resolved disputes and questions; and researched misapplied payments, errors in contracts, and other discrepancies
Medical Assistant (Back office)
MD Health & Wellness
02.2016 - 05.2017
Performed laboratory procedures, including specimen collection and preparation
Scheduled patient appointments and maintained patient records
Monitored and maintained medical supplies
Prepared and maintained medical charts and other patient records
Assisted in the preparation of medical equipment for procedures
Greeted, checked in, and checked out patients
Utilized electronic medical records (EMR) software to record and update patient information
Administered medications and immunizations as ordered by physicians
Monitored and recorded patient vital signs
Assisted with patient follow-up and discharge instructions
Assisted with patient billing and coding
Performed administrative duties, such as filing, data entry, and appointment scheduling
Prepared and maintained examination and treatment rooms
Maintained medical records, including patient histories and vital signs
Performed laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts
Assisted in the preparation of medical documents, such as reports and consent forms
Successfully assisted in the examination and treatment of patients in a busy medical office
Assisted physician with examinations, treatments, and procedures
Collected and processed patient specimens
Obtained medical histories and vital signs, and assisted physician with medical procedures
Maintained the cleanliness of the medical facility
Demonstrated excellent organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Transport LTL Cargo Sales
07.2011 - 05.2015
Assisted with collections for delinquent accounts
Reconciled customer accounts and identified discrepancies
Processed refunds and adjustments for customer accounts
Performed daily bank deposits and reconciled accounts
Assisted with the preparation of financial statements
Processed daily accounts receivable transactions and payments
Investigated customer complaints and disputes
Maintained accurate records of customer accounts and payments
Prepared and analyzed monthly accounts receivable reports
Verified customer account information and updated customer records
Processed customer payments and applied to accounts
Generated customer statements and invoices
Generated monthly aging reports for management review
Managed cash applications and posted payments to customer accounts
Followed up on past due accounts and negotiated payment plans
Assisted with month-end close and reconciliation of accounts
Researched customer inquiries and resolved billing issues