Nikki M. Farr
Smithville,MO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Successful at assessing and understanding problems and developing proactive, successful solutions to meet customer needs and maximize system performance. Positive, upbeat and committed to continuous professional development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Specialist
Baker, Sterchi, Cowden & Rice
Kansas City, MO
06.2025 - Current
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and proper documentation compliance.
- Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations, and billing codes for accuracy.
- Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Analyzed financial data to ensure accuracy of information and compliance with accounting principles.
HVAC Technician
Buckner's Heating and Cooling
Kansas City, MO
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Mounted compressors, condensers and other components in specified locations using hand tools and various welding equipment.
- Performed emergency repairs on HVAC systems to restore heating and cooling services in critical situations.
- Completed preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment.
- Repaired parts by using technical knowledge, special tools and soldering skills.
HVAC Technician
Anthony PHCE
Lenexa, KS
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Diagnosed and identified faulty components in malfunctioning HVAC systems using specialized testing tools.
- Inspected electrical wiring of existing HVAC systems to identify potential problems and safety hazards.
- Provided customers with information about new technologies available for their heating and cooling system upgrades.
- Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
- Checked pressure readings on gauges connected to the system in order to diagnose any malfunctions.
Contract Administrator
Midwest Scrap Management
Kansas City, MO
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Administered contract change requests and resolution.
- Provided updates on status of contract processes to upper management and other important personnel.
- Checked information in company's database for accuracy and updated data with current information to maintain records.
- Oversaw changes and coordinated change orders and contract reviews.
- Identified contract changes potentially occurring during agreement's lifecycle.
- Represented company at meetings to discuss contractual obligations.
- Submitted project closeout documents in accordance with contract terms.
- Oversaw subcontract administration and managed contract closeouts.
- Oversaw contract closeouts and addressed all issues prior to release of final payment.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries about order status or changes in schedules.
- Assisted in the development of logistics strategies to support business growth and expansion.
- Coordinated daily transportation activities including scheduling, routing, tracking and documentation.
Accounting Manager
All Star Towing and Recovery Inc
Platte City, MO
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Reconciled company credit cards, expense accounts and other expenses and financial records.
- Communicated with vendors and clients to facilitate timely payments and reduce outstanding accounts receivable.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Maintained process documentation for financial department operations.
- Evaluated expense reports for accuracy and adherence to company policies.
- Detailed financial data for management and stakeholders.
- Coordinated timely payments from vendors, clients and account holders.
- Monitored accounts payable and receivable statuses and delegated related tasks.
- Evaluated collection reports to determine collections status and outstanding balance amounts.
Contract & Logistics Specialist/Account Manager
The Andersons
Overland Park, KS
05.2014 - 08.2020
- Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
- Processed both outgoing and incoming payments and invoices.
- Entered invoices into account software, updated accounts and identified aging balanced ready for collections activities.
- Supported clerical and administrative needs of senior department staff.
- Kept records current and accurate with skilled reconciliations and variance resolutions.
- Communicated with senior accounting staff about discrepancies and devised plans to reconcile financial issues.
- Resolved billing discrepancies by completing detailed research and analysis and documented client rebate discounts and reserve fund records.
- Managed subcontract administration and compliance and coordinated contract closeouts.
- Monitored and organized logistics documents, bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
- Negotiated contracts with shipping and freight companies to secure lower transportation costs.
Logistics Coordinator
DHL Global Forwarding
Riverside, MO
11.2011 - 04.2014
- Coordinated daily transportation activities including scheduling, routing, tracking and documentation.
- Ensured accurate completion of customs documents for international shipments as required by law.
- Negotiated contracts with shipping and freight companies to secure lower transportation costs.
- Oversaw loading and unloading activities at warehouses and distribution centers.
- Created reports on freight costs, delivery timelines, invoices and other related information.
- Maintained records of damaged goods, backorders and applicable regulatory reporting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Platte County R-III
05.2000
Skills
- Proficiency in QuickBooks/DBC
- Knowledge of accounting procedures
- Customer relationship management
- Documentation compliance
- Accounts receivable
- Accounts payable
- Payment processing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, etc)
- Contract Amendments
- Bid Details and Evaluations
- Status Reporting
- Certified HVAC Technician
- HVAC and Refrigeration Systems
- EPA 608 Universal Certification
- NATE Certified
- Professional relationship building
- Carrier collaboration
- Shipping documentation
- Inventory control
- Logistics planning
- Contract management
- Load planning support
Timeline
Accounting Specialist
Baker, Sterchi, Cowden & Rice
06.2025 - Current
HVAC Technician
Buckner's Heating and Cooling
05.2024 - 10.2024
HVAC Technician
Anthony PHCE
12.2023 - 05.2024
Contract Administrator
Midwest Scrap Management
06.2022 - 10.2023
Accounting Manager
All Star Towing and Recovery Inc
09.2020 - 05.2022
Contract & Logistics Specialist/Account Manager
The Andersons
05.2014 - 08.2020
Logistics Coordinator
DHL Global Forwarding
11.2011 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Platte County R-III