Rebecca Green-Hennessey
Benbrook,TX
Summary
Accomplished National Accounting Manager with a proven track record at One Hour Air Conditioning and Heating, enhancing financial accuracy and streamlining processes. Expert in financial reporting and GAAP, with a knack for leading teams to exceed goals. Achieved a significant reduction in financial discrepancies and optimized cash flow management, demonstrating exceptional analytical and leadership skills. Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
National Accounting Manager
One Hour Air Conditioning and Heating
09.2021 - Current
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
- Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
- Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
- Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Implemented robust controls for expense management, significantly reducing unnecessary expenditures.
- Streamlined monthly closing process, significantly reducing time required for financial reporting preparation.
- Reduced outstanding accounts receivable through more effective communication strategies with clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with financial institutions, securing favorable terms for financing.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
Accounts Receivable Manager
A Number 1 Air
03.2016 - 09.2021
- Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts receivable ledgers.
- Ensured timely payments from clients through effective communication and proactive followups.
- Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Verified discrepancies and resolved clients' billing issues
- Analyzed aging reports and provided recommendations for improving collections efforts.
- Implemented new collection strategies that led to the recovery of lost revenue.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships, fostering trust and open communication.
- Prepared bills receivable, invoices, and bank deposits.
- Processed incoming payments in accordance with established financial policies.
- Completed daily process adjustments to maintain accuracy.
- Reduced outstanding account balances through diligent follow-up on past due invoices.
- Reconciled daily AR ledger and verified proper posting.
- Managed a team of accounts receivable specialists, providing guidance and support for optimal performance.
- Negotiated payment terms with clients to facilitate mutually beneficial agreements while maintaining company profitability goals.
- Enhanced cash flow by implementing efficient accounts receivable processes and procedures.
- Created monthly reports detailing accounts receivable performance metrics for senior management review.
- Updated aging reports based on daily audits.
- Established credit limits based on thorough risk assessments, minimizing potential losses.
- Partnered with sales teams to develop customized payment plans for high-value clients, ensuring long-term business partnerships.
- Enhanced reporting accuracy by automating generation of financial statements related to accounts receivable.
- Streamlined invoice processing, reducing turnaround time by implementing advanced software solutions.
- Optimized payment collection methods, introducing flexible payment options for clients.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and areas for improvement in accounts receivable process.
- Led team of accounts receivable specialists, ensuring high levels of motivation and performance through effective leadership.
- Reduced errors in billing processes by overseeing adoption of new billing software.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Accounts Payables
Alamo Cement Company
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Facilitated dispute resolution between company departments and vendors regarding payment issues or discrepancies in invoicing.
- Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
- Updated vendor information regularly, ensuring accurate contact details and banking information for prompt payments.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Journal Entries
- Payroll Processing
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Reporting
- Bank Reconciliation
- AP and AR management
- GAAP understanding
- General ledger accounting
- Financial Auditing
- Bank account reconciliations
- Quickbooks
- Finance
Timeline
National Accounting Manager
One Hour Air Conditioning and Heating
09.2021 - Current
Accounts Receivable Manager
A Number 1 Air
03.2016 - 09.2021
Accounts Payables
Alamo Cement Company
01.2015 - 03.2016
BBA - Accounting
Capella University
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