Patrick Braswell
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Accomplished Financial Operations Specialist with a proven track record at Elevance Health, enhancing financial efficiency and accuracy through expert auditing and process improvements. Skilled in financial auditing and effective communication, I excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrating adaptability and a keen attention to detail. Achieved significant reductions in invoice payment turnaround, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills critical for dynamic financial management.
Financial operations professional with proven track record in streamlining financial processes and ensuring regulatory compliance. Expertise in financial reporting and data analysis. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Operations Specialist
Elevance Health
11.2021 - Current
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing, reducing turnaround time for invoice payments.
- Reduced financial errors by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
- Coordinated efforts between finance team members during month-end close process to ensure timely completion.
Mobile Verizon Expert
Best Buy
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
AT&T Retail Sales Rep
AT&T
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Maintained awareness of competitors'' offerings to provide informed comparisons when assisting customers with purchase decisions.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional product knowledge and personalized recommendations.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Remained informed and updated on current promotions and sales, security protocols, exchange policies and payment policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington High School
Norfolk06-2010
Skills
- Debt management
- Financial auditing
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Financial Operations Specialist
Elevance Health
11.2021 - Current
Mobile Verizon Expert
Best Buy
02.2019 - 02.2021
AT&T Retail Sales Rep
AT&T
01.2013 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington High School
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