Highly resourceful and ambitious finance professional with expertise in billing, financial reporting, communication, and office procedures. A quick learner experienced in coordinating and organizing various accounting activities with accuracy, meeting strict deadlines, and prioritizing urgent needs for departmental success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Finance Assistant
Harvard University
03.2023 - Current
Oversees invoicing and payment processes, including customer invoicing, communication, deposit
handling, account transfers, and account reconciliation after each program
Facilitates and accurately documents tuition payments, payment adjustments, and other financial
transactions in accordance with prescribed methods
Engages in frequent phone and email communication to address inquiries and resolve outstanding
account balances
Performs monthly accounting close tasks including journal preparation and account reconciliations
Updates and manages program budget file with actual data, while proactively identifying and addressing
any missing items
Ensures compliance with the university's retention policy by maintaining accurate records and
appropriate documentation within the internal database.
Accounting Administrative Assistant
Turk & Milone LLP
10.2022 - 03.2023
Maintaining accurate financial records for the organization, including accounts payable, accounts
receivable, cash-flows, and general ledger
Processing payments, invoices, income, and receipts and entering data into software’s like Quick-books and
My-case
Generating and verifying accuracy of invoices before sending out payment every month and keep track of
their outstanding on timely basis
Supporting Operations by communicating with property managers and tenants for the payment charges
and the status of the case
Tracked expenses and income for business while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking
accounts
Managing staff expense and reimbursement tracker.
International Student Advisor
The Chopras
02.2016 - 10.2016
Advised students on University/College selection, course selection, pathways, and career options
Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and follow up with students on overdue payments.
Assisting students in preparing documentation, submitting applications, getting i-20/offer letters, and opening bank accounts/funds transfer
Investigate and resolve discrepancies or variances between students and internal accounting records.
Record customer payments in the ERP system by processing cash, check, wire, and credit card transactions.
Manage follow-up phone calls and emails to update accounts receivables with payment status
International Student Advisor
Winny Immigration & Education Services Pvt Ltd
06.2014 - 02.2015
Handle Mumbai Branch targets and lead a team for smooth branch operations
Accurately record customer payments into the system and provide updates to the central accounting team, while reconciling customer accounts to ensure accurate and up-to-date balances.
Communicate with customers via phone, email, or mail to request payment and resolve outstanding issues
Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and follow up with customers on overdue payments
Provide career guidance to students for university/college selection, documentation, and WES Assessment applications
Report to Top Management by upholding Accounts Receivable Reports and administering monthly collection
Maintain and provide valuable analysis and suggestions to the head office on cash flows, aging invoices, and branch expenses
Keep vendor records updated with contact information and payment terms, and perform monthly reconciliations of vendor statements
Manage working capital for Mumbai Branch
Student Faculty/ Administrative Coordinator
Success Overseas Education Consultant
01.2011 - 06.2014
Enroll students for International Exams
Work on accounts receivables for different batches
Apply and process students' payments (cash, checks, wires, credit card) into the System
Manage Accounts Receivable billing and provide analysis and insights to management on cash flow, collection trends, and potential risks
Build and maintain positive relationships with students
Address students' concerns and inquiries for courses and funds promptly and professionally
Handle release requests and follow-up through phone calls and email