Rebecca Godwin
East Hamptont,CT
Summary
Dedicated professional with the accomplished ability to work independently and as a team member to successfully achieve project goals and objectives.
Professional in accounts receivable collections, prepared to drive results through effective debt recovery strategies. Strong ability to communicate and negotiate, ensuring timely payments and maintaining positive client relationships. Focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing priorities. Skilled in data analysis, problem-solving, and maintaining accurate records. Known for reliability and achieving financial targets.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Receivable/Collections
Doolittle Funeral Service
07.2011 - Current
- Register clients, process insurance, file official documents with local town halls, research/resolve billing and invoice problems, conduct month-end reconciliations
- Performed accounts receivable collections for past due accounts by conducting collection calls.
- Implemented policies that improved accounts receivable collections, resulting in reduced outstanding balances and increased cash flow.
- Managed accounts receivable collections efforts, decreasing outstanding balances owed to the company.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the accounts payable/receivable department through regular analysis of workflows and system capabilities.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of payments and accurate recording of transactions.
Independent Sales Consultant/Team Leader
Tastefully Simple
06.2006 - 07.2011
- Train and educated team members, monitor trends and technologies, and sales
- Overcame objections skillfully during sales presentations, resulting in increased closed deals ratio.
- Placed cold calls to potential customers and follow-up calls to current and past clientele, cultivating long-term relationships to generate referral and repeat business.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by actively prospecting new leads and maintaining a high level of activity.
Senior Auditor
PRG-Schultz, Inc.
10.2001 - 06.2006
- Reviewed company policies, buyer papers, fact sheet, invoices and correspondence to collect monies missed by clients, by generation of invoices
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, building trust and ensuring a high level of satisfaction during the audit process.
- Mentored junior auditors, sharing knowledge and best practices to foster their professional growth within the team.
Auditor/Co-op Rebate Analyst
Ames Department Stores
09.1993 - 10.2001
- Calculation of allowance accruals, review buyer papers, fact sheet, invoices and contacts
- Developed strong relationships with clients, building trust and ensuring a high level of satisfaction during the audit process.
- Increased internal control effectiveness through diligent evaluation of processes and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Middlesex Community College
Middletown, CTHigh School Diploma -
East Hampton High School
East Hampton, CT06.1992
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Contract Auditing
- Valued Team Player
- Independent Worker
- Solution-oriented
- Strong Communication
- Problem Solving
- Customer Relations
- Accounts payable understanding
- Collections expertise
- Servicing accounts
- Accounts receivable analysis
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved $2.1M collection by completing analysis with accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
Accounts Receivable/Collections
Doolittle Funeral Service
07.2011 - Current
Independent Sales Consultant/Team Leader
Tastefully Simple
06.2006 - 07.2011
Senior Auditor
PRG-Schultz, Inc.
10.2001 - 06.2006
Auditor/Co-op Rebate Analyst
Ames Department Stores
09.1993 - 10.2001
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Middlesex Community College
High School Diploma -
East Hampton High School
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