Robert Kaminski
La Grange Park,IL
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Business Support Analyst II
Ace Hardware Corporation
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
10.2021 - Current
- Managed vendor relationships to negotiate contracts, secure favorable pricing, and ensure timely delivery of products or services.
- Optimized workflow processes to enhance overall productivity and achieve operational excellence.
- Enabled data-driven decision making with advanced analytics tools, generating valuable insights for the organization.
- Implemented best-practice methodologies that improved overall project delivery timelines while maintaining quality standards.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement or cost savings opportunities.
- Contributed to the development of annual budgets by providing input on historical expenses and anticipated future costs.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
Accounting Coordinator
MTH Industries
Hillside, IL
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by diligently reviewing and reconciling accounts on a monthly basis.
- Streamlined expense tracking procedures, resulting in increased cost control and budget adherence.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely payments to vendors and customers alike.
- Provided exceptional customer service while resolving billing disputes or payment discrepancies with clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation regarding accounts payables and accounts receivables in accordance with company policies.
- Organized and processed daily accounting invoices, statements and records.
- Established key relationships with team members, upper management, customers and partners through well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Improved cash flow management with timely invoicing and efficient collections efforts.
- Assisted with year-end audit preparation, gathering supporting documents and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Entered journal updates to balance general ledger accounts.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Avlon Industries Inc.
Melrose Park, IL
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing an efficient filing system.
- Reduced late payment fees through timely and accurate invoice management.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries and resolving disputes.
- Collaborated with the purchasing department for seamless order-to-payment processes.
- Facilitated timely payments by monitoring accounts payable aging reports and prioritizing high-risk items.
- Ensured accuracy of financial records by identifying and correcting discrepancies in invoices and purchase orders.
- Increased efficiency of accounts payable team by providing guidance, training, and support to staff members.
- Maintained strong working relationships with suppliers, fostering a positive rapport that facilitated smooth communication channels during negotiations or issue resolution efforts.
- Served as a subject matter expert on accounts payable processes during system upgrades or implementations, offering valuable insight into potential improvements that could be made during transitions or integrations between systemsplatforms.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive financial data, ensuring the utmost discretion and professionalism in all dealings with internal and external stakeholders.
- Reviewed open purchase orders for integrity, accuracy and completeness of vendor information.
- Processed check disbursements and reconciled related ledger.
- Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Provided regular updates on outstanding invoices to management, enabling informed decision-making regarding cash flow management strategies.
Accounts Payable Analyst
Infinity HealthCare Inc.
Hillside, IL
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing efficient systems and reducing processing time.
- Improved payment accuracy with meticulous invoice review and reconciliation efforts.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Reduced outstanding accounts payable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment terms.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing efficiently, maintaining a consistent record of timely payments.
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
Accounts Payable Analyst
Wintrust Corporation
Rosemont, IL
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing efficient systems and reducing processing time.
- Improved payment accuracy with meticulous invoice review and reconciliation efforts.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Reduced outstanding accounts payable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment terms.
- Collaborated with procurement team to ensure accurate purchase order issuance, enhancing overall process efficiency.
- Strengthened internal controls by adhering to company policies and procedures regarding accounts payable processes.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing efficiently, maintaining a consistent record of timely payments.
Bookkeeper
Brody’s Balloons
Broadview, IL
09.2014 - 07.2016
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
Education
Associates Degree - Finance
Northwestern College
Bedford Park, ILSkills
- Statement Reconciliation
- Business Intelligence
- Billing
- Microsoft Office
- Audit Support
- Quickbooks
- Internal Auditing
- Customer Needs Assessment
- SAP
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Pivot tables
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team building
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Data and Analytics
- Documentation
- Requirements Gathering
Timeline
IT Business Support Analyst II
Ace Hardware Corporation
10.2021 - Current
Accounting Coordinator
MTH Industries
08.2019 - 07.2021
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Avlon Industries Inc.
03.2019 - 08.2019
Accounts Payable Analyst
Infinity HealthCare Inc.
08.2017 - 03.2019
Accounts Payable Analyst
Wintrust Corporation
06.2016 - 08.2017
Bookkeeper
Brody’s Balloons
09.2014 - 07.2016
Associates Degree - Finance
Northwestern College