Niema Knootz
Humble,Tx
Summary
Senior-level experience managing full-cycle Accounts Payable, A/P batch approvals, and general ledger coding within major corporate structures.
Advanced, hands-on proficiency using SAP (ERP 6.0), Oracle PeopleSoft 9.1, and Sightline (8.0/9.0) to log, scan, and track financial data.
Proven track record of managing high workloads, previously processing up to 500 invoices weekly valued at $1.5M with maximum data accuracy.
Skilled in executing rigorous 3-way matching (POs, receipts, invoices), preparing AP aging reports, and pulling transaction histories for internal/external audit teams.
Demonstrated leadership as a former Team Lead of 5; expert at resolving complex billing discrepancies, managing bank setups, and onboarding new vendors daily.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
NCS Multistage LLC
Houston, TX
10.2018 - Current
- Prepared and reviewed AP aging reports to support month-end closing procedures, processing accruals and journal entries.
- Assisted internal and external audit teams by pulling AP reports, tracing transactions, and organizing historical financial records.
- Managed stop payments, check reissues, voids, wire transfers, and special check requests.
- Conducted accurate three-way matching across purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices to verify accuracy prior to payment.
- Coded and categorized invoices daily into the general ledger, ensuring proper allocation across departments and cost centers.
- Executed daily new vendor setups, maintained secure bank setups, and authorized A/P batches.
- Managed and maintained positive relationships with active vendors, promptly addressing inquiries regarding payment status and outstanding balances.
- Executed special projects and additional tasks assigned by corporate leadership.
Accounts Payable Specialist
National Oilwell Varco, NOV
Houston, TX
2017 - 2018
- Prepared and processed complex check requests, wire requests, stop payments, reissues, and voids.
- Managed incoming physical and digital mail invoices, scanning and routing documentation to proper channels for approval.
- Coded high volumes of invoices to proper general ledger accounts with strict attention to precision.
- Authorized processed A/P batches and performed daily setups for incoming new vendors.
- Managed vendor inquiries and performed comprehensive vendor statement reconciliations.
- Executed special projects and additional tasks assigned by corporate leadership.
Accounting Assistant
Tokio Marine HCC
Houston, TX
2015 - 2017
- Created and scanned journal entries into Oracle PeopleSoft financial databases.
- Updated corporate escrow files daily and maintained a detailed, continuous log of all check requests.
- Prepared check requests, wire requests, and processed stop payments/voids utilizing the in-house PAW system.
- Coded invoices to appropriate departmental accounts to ensure clean ledger financial tracking.
- Loaded cleared check bank files daily into the accounting database to verify completed transactions.
- Executed special projects and additional tasks assigned by corporate leadership.
Accounts Payable Processor
Stewart Title
Houston, TX
2014 - 2015
- Processed an average of 500 invoices per week, managing total transactions valued at $1.5 million.
- Reviewed incoming invoices, scanned files into the digital database, and verified correct routing paths.
- Entered critical invoice information into the SAP database to facilitate timely, accurate payments.
- Ensured financial coding on invoices was completed accurately according to company policy.
AP/AR Clerk
Wholesale Electric Supply Co. of Houston
Houston, TX
2013 - 2014
- Reviewed complex incoming invoices and matched them against delivery tickets and purchase orders.
- Entered invoice information into the primary database for management approval and prompt payment processing.
- Conducted commercial collections via professional email communication, keeping meticulous up-to-date collection logs in the system.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Shell Oil
Houston, TX
2009 - 2013
- Served as Team Lead of 5 AP professionals, overseeing daily workflows and training junior staff members.
- Processed an average of 275 high-value invoices per week and provided final payment approvals.
- Calculated complex pricing figures, including vendor discounts, percentage allocations, and invoice credits.
- Researched and successfully resolved deep-rooted billing anomalies and invoice discrepancies.
- Created weekly open/closed vendor status reports for management review.
- Received and screened a high volume of internal and external communications via email.
Education
Computer And Business Specialist - Business
Texas School of Business
Houston, TX2000
Skills
- Core Capabilities: Full Cycle Accounts Receivable (AR), Full Cycle Accounts Payable (AP), General Ledger Coding, 3-Way Matching, Vendor Relations
- ERP & Software: SAP (ERP 60), Oracle PeopleSoft 91, Sightline 80 & 90, PAW Accounting System
- Productivity: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), 50 WPM Typing Speed
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
NCS Multistage LLC
10.2018 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
National Oilwell Varco, NOV
2017 - 2018
Accounting Assistant
Tokio Marine HCC
2015 - 2017
Accounts Payable Processor
Stewart Title
2014 - 2015
AP/AR Clerk
Wholesale Electric Supply Co. of Houston
2013 - 2014
Accounts Payable Clerk
Shell Oil
2009 - 2013
Computer And Business Specialist - Business
Texas School of Business