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Sara Upton

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Detail-oriented professional familiar with conducting research and compliance investigations. Productive, responsible and insightful professional with an organized approach. Ready to leverage several years of experience to take on new position at successful organization.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounting Specialist (Contract)

Albertsons
Phoenix, AZ
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status, or payment issues.
  • Analyzed purchase orders, contracts, invoices, check requests and other documents related to the accounts payable cycle.
  • Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
  • Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
  • Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.

Facility Administrator

United Integrated Services
Phoenix, Arizona
11.2023 - 10.2024
  • Forecasts, allocates, and supervises the financial and physical resources of the facility management.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts, and tracked expenses.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable building codes, ordinances, laws, rules, regulations, and standards.
  • Achieved early document submissions through diligent deadline management.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Processed payments and documents, such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.

Appraisal Coordinator

Upton Appraisals
Pheonix, AZ
10.2016 - 11.2023
  • Prepare written reports that estimate property values, outline methods by which the estimations were made, and meet USPAP guidelines.
  • Completed field inspections, structural measurements, records reviews, and other historical assessments to make accurate judgments.
  • Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
  • Utilized QuickBooks for efficient handling of bookkeeping and payroll tasks.
  • Managed billing operations using Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks.

Underwriter

Carvana
Tempe, AZ
12.2018 - 09.2020
  • Inspected financial statements, credit information and title data to complete underwriting process.
  • Analyzed risk and adhered to underwriting standards to drive risk selection and profitability.
  • Collaborated with team members in assessing and making decisions on new business applications.
  • Analyzed credit, income, compliance, title documents, and appraisals during the underwriting process.
  • Examined credit reports, financial statements, and tax returns to determine repayment capability.

Key Holder

Cotton On
Glendale, AZ
01.2015 - 11.2018
  • Supervised bank deposits and security procedures to support store opening and closing.
  • Trained and supervised staff to develop and maintain store revenue, team customer service skills, and product knowledge.
  • Worked alongside leadership for insights into managerial operations.
  • Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Successfully managed budgets, and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
02.2020

Skills

  • Documentation and record-keeping
  • Resourceful and analytical
  • Data confidentiality
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Administrative Support
  • MS Office Suite
  • Investigation techniques and information gathering
  • Research proficiency

References

  • Kevin Krisher, (602) 369-1669, Former Coworker (Carvana/Dutch Bros)
  • Megan Barnes, (623) 414-0151, Former Coworker (Carvana)
  • Lois Upton, (602) 339-7432, Former Manager (Upton Appraisals)

Certification

  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate

Timeline

Accounting Specialist (Contract)

Albertsons
10.2024 - 01.2025

Facility Administrator

United Integrated Services
11.2023 - 10.2024

Underwriter

Carvana
12.2018 - 09.2020

Appraisal Coordinator

Upton Appraisals
10.2016 - 11.2023

Key Holder

Cotton On
01.2015 - 11.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Grand Canyon University

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