Samantha M. Riley
Houston,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable [Accountant Assistant] skilled in handling a wide range of accounting and administrative tasks. Proficient in Peoplesoft and skilled in producing high-quality reports, documents, presentations, and correspondence. Over [24] years of experience and diligent, detail-oriented approach.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Credit Analyst
CNB Bank
San Francisco CA
08.2021 - Current
- Review of Origination and PPP Forgiveness Requests
- Review Borrower submissions and evaluate for completeness
- Complete Max Loan Calculation and determine if Max Loan support Actual Loan amount
- Verify Eligibility, FTE & SBA PPP Applications; 3508S, 3508EZ, 3508 & Schedule A
- Small Business Administration
- Improved overall portfolio quality, conducting regular reviews of existing accounts and recommending appropriate actions.
- Developed customized financial models to assess borrower''s capacity, ensuring accurate credit evaluation.
- Supported the sales team in negotiating favorable terms, balancing business growth and credit risks effectively.
- Enhanced credit risk assessment by conducting thorough financial statement analysis and cash flow projections.
- Streamlined the loan approval process for faster results by implementing an efficient credit scoring system.
- Reduced delinquency rates with proactive monitoring of clients'' credit performance and timely communication.
Tax Preparer
The Rightway Tax Group, LLC
10.2020 - Current
- Assist customers with filing Federal and State Income tax
- Assist New customers in applying for individual Tax Identification Numbers
- Data entry, answering phones, using fax and copy machines
- Accounts receivable accounts payment
- Renew business licenses
- Increased client satisfaction by providing accurate and timely tax preparation services.
- Conducted thorough research to identify potential deductions and credits for clients, maximizing their returns.
- Built strong rapport with clients through clear communication and regular updates on the status of their tax filings.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy by staying informed on changes in relevant regulations and applying that knowledge to each unique case.
Loan Processing Analyst
City National Bank
San Francisco CA
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Review of Origination and PPP Forgiveness Requests
- Review Borrower submissions and evaluate for completeness
- Complete the Max Loan Calculation and determine if Max Loan supports Actual Loan amount
- Verify Eligibility, FTE & SBA PPP Applications; 3508S, 3508EZ, 3508 & Schedule A
- Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.
- Identified trends and patterns in large datasets, leading to actionable insights for business growth.
- Developed new analytical models that improved forecasting accuracy and reduced risk exposure.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using advanced statistical techniques, resulting in improved return on investment.
Accounting Assistant III – Vendor Master Coordinator
TEXAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Houston, TX
03.1999 - 01.2020
- Maintained and setup all new vendors, running IRS matching, and EPLS reviews
- Responsible for setting up all vendors for EFT banking transfers
- A significant contributor to 1099-Misc preparation
- Ensure control batches are reconciled daily for timely and accurate posting to enhance accuracy of Financial Reporting
- Process vendor payments, patient refunds, and other regulatory disbursements using pay cycle processing for a high-volume multi-FEIN, healthcare industry which includes pay mediums such as physical checks, credit cards, electronic fund transfers, automated clearing house, and e-payables
- Ensure data integrity of printed checks under ANSI Standards and bank specifications.
Mortgage Loan Originator
NRL Mortgage
Houston, TX
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Approve loans within specified limits, and refer loan applications outside those limits to management for approval
- Meet with applicants to obtain information for loan applications and to answer questions about the process
- Analyze applicants’ financial status, credit and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans
- Explain to customers the different types of loans and credit options that are available, as well as the terms of those services
Accounting Specialist
Houston Numismatic
Houston, TX
05.1983 - 03.1999
- Processed Accounts Payable invoices; 100 invoices per week
- Coded invoices to proper jobs
- Coded all vendor invoices, expense reports
- And credit card payables
- Processed and approved all purchases
- Applied all cash receipts and lock box receipts
- Reconciled and coded all corporate credit cards
- Reconciled and coded all benefit invoices for 300 plus employees
- Created all billing into People Soft software
- Initiated all wire and ACH payments via bank log in with token
- Assisted various managers with special projects
- Accounts Receivable (Approximately 500 invoices per week)
- Cash Receipts
- Collections
- Created and sent AR spreadsheets to each branch bi-weekly
- Assisted other branches with AR when necessary
- Processed and posted credit card orders and filed
- Processed new credit applications per approval
- Responded to incoming A/R inquiries
- End of month reconciling for A/R
- Setup new vendors and send sales tax certificates
- Processed sales tax payments each month worked with accounting management to facilitate month-end close by ensuring all payables batches were posted to the general ledger in the appropriate accounting period on a timely basis
- Processed employee expense reimbursements and employee car allowance payments Matched vendor invoices with corresponding purchase orders ensuring invoice items, quantities, and prices agree with the purchase order
- Obtained appropriate approval for item, quantity, and/or price variances between vendor invoices and purchase orders
- Coordinated positive pay enforcement with financial institution
Education
Bachelor’s - Accounting
New Hampshire University
ONLINE08.2016
Associate of Arts -
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05.2010
Skills
- COMPUTER SKILLS
- Microsoft Word, Excel, People Soft, Peachtree, QuickBooks, Encompass, Yardi, and Vertex
Timeline
Credit Analyst
CNB Bank
08.2021 - Current
Tax Preparer
The Rightway Tax Group, LLC
10.2020 - Current
Loan Processing Analyst
City National Bank
08.2020 - 08.2021
Mortgage Loan Originator
NRL Mortgage
01.2019 - 12.2019
Accounting Assistant III – Vendor Master Coordinator
TEXAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
03.1999 - 01.2020
Accounting Specialist
Houston Numismatic
05.1983 - 03.1999
Bachelor’s - Accounting
New Hampshire University
Associate of Arts -
Houston Community College