Nicole Abel

Accounting Assistant

TETRA Technologies, Inc.

06.2019 - 04.2025

Processed and reviewed high-volume vendor invoices (100-200 per day), ensuring accuracy through the Three-Way Match process, preparing paperwork, and maintaining compliance with internal policies—similar to handling client policy updates and account information.
Reconciled purchase orders, receiving reports, and invoices to identify and resolve discrepancies, reducing errors and supporting timely payments while managing confidential financial data.
Coordinated with vendors and internal departments to resolve billing issues and inquiries via phone and email, improving relationships and response times to deliver excellent customer service.
Prepared and executed weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring timely disbursements, accurate documentation, and up-to-date records in client/vendor databases.
Supported month-end close processes through account reconciliations, accrual entries, and financial variance analysis, contributing to efficient reporting and administrative tasks.
Utilized Business Objects Web Intelligence to prepare and provide reports and analyses related to accounts payable activities, supporting data-driven insights and operational efficiency.
Maintained accurate AP records and vendor master data, enhancing data integrity, accessibility, and confidentiality for over 300 vendors.
Participated in internal and external audits by compiling and presenting documentation as requested, ensuring smooth compliance and attention to detail in all processes.
Helped initiate the development and deployment of Automatic Vendor Statement emails, streamlining vendor communications and improving process efficiency.
Streamlined workflows by implementing automation tools, improving invoice processing efficiency and reducing manual tasks to support daily administrative duties.
Led the implementation and administration of the OCR system, providing training and support to the team while operating and optimizing the software to digitize and validate financial documents, minimizing processing delays and aiding in paperwork management.
Provided administrative support, including data entry, document filing, scheduling, system updates, and office correspondence, to maintain operational flow and assist team members.

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