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Robertedward Pryor Jr.
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Summary
Dynamic Finance Analyst with expertise from ATT, skilled in financial forecasting and report generation. Proven track record of enhancing financial performance through advanced Excel analytics and cross-functional collaboration. Recognized for optimizing cash flow management and fostering strong vendor relationships, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and superior time management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Analyst
ATT
09.2006 - 11.2006
- Analyzed financial data to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Developed reports leveraging advanced Excel functions to enhance visibility of financial performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiency.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Accounts Payable Administrator
Sigma Retail
Atlanta, Ga
08.2001 - 08.2004
- Processed vendor invoices and ensured timely payments to maintain positive vendor relationships.
- Managed reconciliations of accounts to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
- Developed streamlined workflows for invoice processing, enhancing departmental efficiency.
- Analyzed monthly reports to identify trends and optimize cash flow management strategies.
- Reconciled vendor statements monthly, identifying errors and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Prepared weekly check runs for approved invoices, delivering accurate payments to vendors on time.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion of financial statements.
- Communicated with other departments to verify purchases.
- Entered purchase orders, invoices and payments into company accounting system.
- Processed new vendor applications and submitted for approval.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, facilitating open communication for effective issue resolution.
Accounts Payable Consultant
Robert Half
Atlanta Ga
07.2002 - 2005
- Processed vendor invoices with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assisted in preparing weekly payment schedules to ensure timely disbursements.
- Reviewed expense reports for compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies in billing records.
- Safeguarded company assets through diligent monitoring of expense reports for compliance with corporate policies and guidelines.
- Led initiatives to enhance vendor relationships and communication efficiency.
- Managed relationships with vendors by addressing inquiries, resolving disputes, and maintaining positive working relationships.
- Oversaw revenue and drove accuracy of general ledger and FSR reporting.
- Managed vendor database by routinely updating contact information, payment terms and conditions, and tax identification numbers.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by thoroughly reviewing invoices for proper approval, coding, and documentation before processing payments.
- Explained variances to forecasts, budgets and prior periods by researching activity drivers.
- Collaborated with procurement team to negotiate favorable payment terms, benefiting company''s cash flow management.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial records by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations of accounts payable transactions.
- Developed robust reporting systems to monitor outstanding payables, facilitating better cash flow management practices within the organization.
- Contributed to successful financial audits by providing detailed documentation on accounts payable activities as requested by auditors.
- Prepared complex journal entries, month-end close analytics and account reconciliations.
- Supported audit, compliance and regulatory reporting function by preparing analytics.
- Optimized payment cycles with improved vendor communication, ensuring on-time payments while taking advantage of early-payment discounts.
- Assisted in annual budget preparation by providing historical expenditure data from accounts payable records.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff members, ensuring thorough understanding of accounts payable processes and adherence to company policies.
- Ensured timely vendor payments by maintaining accurate schedules and tracking due dates.
- Contributed to the development of departmental goals and objectives by providing insights on ways to improve efficiency within the accounts payable function.
- Increased efficiency of payment processing tasks through effective cross-training of team members in various aspects of the accounts payable function.
Education
No Degree - Marketing
American Intercontinental University
Dunwoody, GATelecommunications
Devry University
Decatur GASkills
Financial planning
Report writing
Financial forecasting
Financial statement analysis
Cost accounting
Variance analysis
Software expertise
Economic forecasting
GAAP compliance
Financial management
Finance
Microsoft Excel
Forecasting trends
Budget support
Budget compliance
PeopleSoft expert
Analyzing performance
Knowledge of ERP (enterprise resource planning) software
Superior time management
Compiling data
Account reconciliation
Excellent attention to detail
Financial software
Strong organization
Financial and operational reporting
Flexible team player
Documentation skills
General ledger accounting
Data inputting
Customer relationship management
MS office suite
Administrative support
Accounting assistance
Bookkeeping
Expert in customer relations
Report preparation
Report generation
GAAP and statutory reporting
Additional Information
Time management
Timeline
Finance Analyst
ATT
09.2006 - 11.2006
Accounts Payable Consultant
Robert Half
07.2002 - 2005
Accounts Payable Administrator
Sigma Retail
08.2001 - 08.2004
No Degree - Marketing
American Intercontinental University
Telecommunications
Devry University