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SARAH FISH

Omaha,Nebraska

Summary

Highly skilled Billing Specialist with background in managing complex billing systems, ensuring accurate invoicing and maintaining financial records. Strengths include a deep understanding of accounting procedures, proficiency in billing software, and the ability to handle diverse workloads efficiently. Previous roles involved proactively resolving billing issues, improving internal tracking processes, and contributing to successful audits. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Assistant

Farris Engineering
Omaha, NE
11.2024 - Current
  • Interpreted contracts and initiated new projects in Vantage Point.
  • Processed billing for four Farris Engineering locations efficiently.
  • Monitored financial health of projects, providing reconciliation as needed.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable for Omaha office.
  • Oversaw expense report processes for Omaha, Sidney, Council Bluffs, and Kansas City locations.
  • Executed monthly journal entry tasks accurately.
  • Tracked daily banking activities and monitored cash flow effectively.
  • Maintained organized filing systems for financial documents and records.

Billing Specialist

Lamp Rynearson
Omaha, NE
03.2021 - 04.2024
  • Balanced Net Revenue and Profit and Loss reports weekly for accurate financial oversight.
  • Generated over $3 million in billing for Engineering, Survey, and Construction projects.
  • Monitored Accounts Receivable reporting and followed up with clients on overdue payments.
  • Processed Pay Applications and Lien Waivers efficiently to maintain project cash flow.
  • Analyzed and reconciled AR/AP, bank statements, and GL accounts related to client billings.
  • Evaluated and improved internal accounting processes for project managers and support teams.
  • Processed billing statements for clients using advanced accounting software.

Accounting Specialist/Financial Specialist

National Strategic Research Institute
Omaha, NE
02.2019 - 03.2021
  • AP/AR of all internal and external invoicing for contracts and expenses
  • Project Management of up to 25 government contract projects including billings to the Federal Government
  • Assistant to PIs and Managers on Budgeting/Financial Tracking
  • Implementation of DelTek/Costpoint System with familiarity in all modules including AP/AR, Billing, People, Time and Expense, and Administration
  • Bank Reconciliations, payment of all reimbursements and transactions for equipment, reimbursements, travel and other expenditures
  • Project Builds, including schedule, CPFF, T&M and other billings
  • Balance and reconciliation of campus invoices from UNL, UNO and UNMC as they are applied to project billings
  • Training and management of two interns and two office staff as well as provide training on Costpoint to various team members.

Office Administrator

Thompson Electric Company
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • AP/AR of all internal and external invoicing
  • Weekly Payroll for over 100 employees
  • Assistant to five project managers
  • Commercial/Industrial Job billings for major projects
  • HR point of contact/Hiring/Onboarding of all new employees
  • Monthly Union Reporting for up to 8 different Union contractors

Business and Entrepreneur Support Coordinator

Downtown Partners
Sioux City, Iowa
06.2015 - 08.2017

· Relationship building with all Downtown business to retain and attract new business

· Build and maintain relationships with city leaders, chamber and other professional organizations (also a volunteer)

· Created and ran major community event “Food Truck Fridays” in Sioux City

· Engagement/Social Media with all properties

· Organization of Market Data to create Market Data report for Downtown Sioux City. (Developed a CRM system for all properties)

Reception/Co-Manager/Marketing Director

Belle Touché Salon and Spa
Sioux City, IA
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Responsible for HR duties such as payroll, accounting, hiring/firing, recruitment, and staff development
  • Co-Managed with one other individual of all salon locations (staff of 30+)
  • Events/Customer Service- scheduled and host events, bridal parties
  • Designed service menus, postcards, fliers, website upgrades, etc. Participated in rebranding of company and developed Social Media campaigns

Account Executive

Team Creative Fire
Sioux City, IA
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Account Executive for marketing products and services
  • Handled all daily requests from clients with correspondence
  • Developed marketing strategic plans and design for clients
  • Handled Media buying such as radio, print and TV
  • Secured first major client for company (Over $100k in revenue)
  • Designed print pieces, website upgrades for clients, photography, and social media

Education

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD

Skills

  • Deltek/Costpoint expertise
  • Financial management
  • Project management
  • Government contracts
  • Accounting principles
  • AR/AP management
  • Financial reporting
  • Payment processing
  • Reconciliation procedures
  • Data analysis skills
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Invoice generation/accuracy
  • Training and development
  • Process improvement
  • Data analysis

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accounting Assistant

Farris Engineering
11.2024 - Current

Billing Specialist

Lamp Rynearson
03.2021 - 04.2024

Accounting Specialist/Financial Specialist

National Strategic Research Institute
02.2019 - 03.2021

Office Administrator

Thompson Electric Company
01.2017 - 01.2019

Business and Entrepreneur Support Coordinator

Downtown Partners
06.2015 - 08.2017

Account Executive

Team Creative Fire
01.2014 - 01.2015

Reception/Co-Manager/Marketing Director

Belle Touché Salon and Spa
01.2012 - 01.2016

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Western Iowa Tech Community College

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

University of South Dakota
SARAH FISH
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