Sandra Lacy
HOUSTON
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
PAC Stainless Ltd.
Houston, TX
10.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Updated vendor information regularly, ensuring accurate contact details and banking information for prompt payments.
- Prepare weekly check runs for approved invoices, delivering accurate payments to vendor on time.
Accounts Payable Specialist
WAVE Electronics
Houston, TX
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with procurement team to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
Accounts Payable Administrator
Brenntag Latin America
Houston, TX
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Reconciled vendor statements monthly, identifying errors and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Reduced late payment fees by closely monitoring due dates and prioritizing payments.
- Entered purchase orders, invoices and payments into company accounting system.
- Communicated with other departments to verify purchases.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, facilitating open communication for effective issue resolution.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Greenleaf Wholesale Florist Inc.
Houston, TX
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Maintained high level of data integrity by consistently updating vendor information in the system accurately.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Creative Financial Services
Houston, TX
10.2016 - 09.2017
- 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.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Accounts Payable Associate
SNC-Lavalin
Houston, TX
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policies before processing reimbursements.
- Coordinated with purchasing department to match purchase orders with received invoices for accurate payment processing.
- Matched purchase orders to invoices and logged invoices into computer.
- Reviewed each invoice and requisitions for payment approval.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through consistent communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
Accounts Payable Assistant
Servisair
Houston, TX
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Kept vendor files accurate and up-to-date to expedite payment processing.
- Entered invoices requiring payment and disbursed amounts via check, electronic transfer or bank draft.
- Responded promptly to vendor inquiries, fostering positive relationships with external partners.
- Enhanced financial accuracy with thorough verification of invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
Accounts Payable Associate
Midstate's Petroleum Company LLC
Houston, TX
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Matched purchase orders to invoices and logged invoices into computer.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve invoicing issues and improve interdepartmental communication.
- Reviewed each invoice and requisitions for payment approval.
- Provided exceptional customer service to vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving disputes promptly.
- Ensured proper approval levels were met for all invoices before processing payments, maintaining internal controls.
- Verified vendor accounts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05-2022
Skills
- Payment processing
- Entry verification
- Data inputting
- Invoice processing
- Vendor relations
- Statement reconciliation
- Payment scheduling
- Electronic payments
- Month-end closing
- Payment coding
- Purchase orders
- Handling confidential materials
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
PAC Stainless Ltd.
10.2019 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
WAVE Electronics
08.2019 - 10.2019
Accounts Payable Administrator
Brenntag Latin America
12.2018 - 03.2019
Accounts Payable Clerk
Greenleaf Wholesale Florist Inc.
11.2017 - 10.2018
Accounts Payable Specialist
Creative Financial Services
10.2016 - 09.2017
Accounts Payable Associate
SNC-Lavalin
07.2014 - 07.2016
Accounts Payable Assistant
Servisair
03.2014 - 06.2014
Accounts Payable Associate
Midstate's Petroleum Company LLC
09.2012 - 07.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Houston Community College