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Shareen Nurse

Newark

Summary

Results-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist with 10+ years managing full-cycle AP operations in real estate and corporate settings. Expertise in invoice processing, vendor management, and ERP systems (NetSuite, Yardi, SAP). Strengthened internal controls and enhanced payment accuracy while optimizing processes and resolving disputes to ensure compliance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Specialist

VIEW THE SPACE (VTS)
New York
08.2021 - Current

Managed full-cycle accounts payable operations for high-volume invoices and employee expenses using Tipalti and Expensify.

Executed weekly check runs and ACH/wire payments, ensuring timely vendor disbursement and compliance.

Improved invoice processing efficiency by streamlining AP inbox management and approval workflows.

  • Reviewed and verified vendor contracts for accuracy, reducing discrepancies and mitigating financial risk.
  • Served as primary liaison between vendors and internal departments to resolve disputes and payment inquiries.
  • Ran weekly aging reports to monitor outstanding balances and proactively reduce past-due liabilities.
  • Maintained organized contract files to ensure documentation compliance for audit readiness.
  • Supported controller and project accountants during month-end close and audit preparation.

Accounts Payable / Contract Administrator

FORTIS PROPERTY GROUP
Brooklyn
07.2015 - 08.2021

Processed and reviewed construction-related payment applications, ensuring AIA documents, lien waivers, and retainage were accurate and compliant.
• Performed invoice reconciliation against purchase orders and work orders using Yardi.
• Executed weekly payment draws and vendor check runs, ensuring adherence to contractual payment terms.
• Maintained vendor database and entered contracts into Yardi, improving data accuracy and retrieval efficiency.
• Collaborated with project managers, controllers, and banking partners to verify funds and ensure financial accuracy.
• Tracked and monitored open contracts to ensure timely renewals and compliance.

Key Impact:
• Strengthened internal controls by verifying contracts and proposals prior to payment authorization.
• Reduced processing errors through detailed cost code validation and documentation review.

Accounts Payable Administrator

FOREST CITY RATNER
Brooklyn
04.2013 - 07.2015

• Managed invoice processing and overhead expense coding in SAP.
• Entered and verified accounts payable data into ledgers, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Resolved vendor discrepancies and supported monthly reconciliation processes.
• Assisted with audit preparation by maintaining complete and accurate AP documentation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Battersea Technology College
London, England
05-1997

Skills

Full-cycle accounts payable

  • Invoice processing and 3-way matching
  • Vendor management and relations
  • Contract verification and compliance
  • ERP systems (NetSuite, Yardi, SAP, Timberline, Navision)
  • Payment processing and check runs
  • Account reconciliation
  • Aging reports and AP reporting
  • Expense management (Tipalti, Expensify)
  • Internal controls and audit support
  • General ledger coding
  • Construction payables (AIA lien waivers, retainage)
  • Dispute resolution
  • Month-end close support
  • Reporting tools (Business Objects)
  • Banking systems (Flexcube, SWIFT Alliance)
  • Microsoft Office applications (Advanced Excel, Outlook, Word, Access)

Timeline

Accounts Payable Specialist

VIEW THE SPACE (VTS)
08.2021 - Current

Accounts Payable / Contract Administrator

FORTIS PROPERTY GROUP
07.2015 - 08.2021

Accounts Payable Administrator

FOREST CITY RATNER
04.2013 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Arts -

Battersea Technology College
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