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Sheri Jatzlau

Cypress,TX

Summary

Dependable accounting professional acknowledged for reliability, integrity and quick-learning ability. Highly skilled in several ERP systems with eye for identifying and correcting errors. Dedicated with strong work ethic and resourceful nature.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Nova 401(k) Associates
09.2023 - Current
  • Contacted customers to immediately find resolutions for escalated issues.
  • Input financial data and produced reports in multiple applications.
  • Participate in quarterly and one-off billing processes including special project billings
  • Monitor accounting email for questions and requests while responding quickly.
  • Improve financial accuracy by performing detailed account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
  • Implement process improvements to reduce manual tasks for the accounting team, freeing up time for higher-value activities.
  • Collaboration with accounting manager to produce new policies procedures as part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Establish effective communication channels with vendors and customers to resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.
  • Leverage advanced Excel skills to create dynamic financial models for decision-making purposes.
  • Provide excellent customer service when addressing inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, ensuring their needs were met in a timely manner.
  • Support month-end closing process.
  • Increase efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
  • Prepare reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Track funds, prepared deposits and reconcile accounts.
  • Maintain integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

RESA Power
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Accurately managed accounts payable for assigned locations.
  • Entered over 600 vendor invoices per month meeting established deadlines and coding transactions accurately.
  • Processed check runs, positive pay, and stop payments.
  • Managed Outlook AP Inbox.
  • Reconciled purchases received that had not been recorded in the system.
  • Improved cash flow management by negotiating favorable payment terms with suppliers.
  • Updated vendor information regularly, ensuring accurate contact details and banking information for prompt payments.
  • Collaborated with procurement team to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received.
  • Reached out to vendors to verify information and follow up on issues.
  • Maintained compliance with internal controls and external regulations related to accounts payable processes.
  • Contributed to closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
  • Trained junior staff members in accounts payable procedures, increasing overall department efficiency.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy through diligent reconciliation of vendor statements and company records.
  • Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Facilitated dispute resolution between company departments and vendors regarding payment issues or discrepancies in invoicing.
  • Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Streamlined accounts payable procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
  • Reconciled accounts, updated financial records and presented audit findings to assistant controller after reviewing results and paperwork.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Created detailed expense reports in Concur to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST (CONTRACT)

Air Innovations, LLC
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Managed all accounts payable functions.
  • Completed payments and controlled expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.
  • Paid vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, preparing checks, and resolving purchase order, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation.
  • Ensured credit was received for outstanding memos.
  • Paid subcontractors by receiving and verifying work orders.
  • Verified vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements.
  • Reviewed payments to ensure correct coding and sufficient documentation.
  • Corresponded with vendors and responded to inquires.
  • Designed Excel spreadsheets to automate data entry inputs.
  • Entered purchase orders, invoices and payments into Jonas Construction software.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements by providing accurate accounts payable information.
  • Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and packing slips and recorded necessary information.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using Jonas Construction Software.

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Joe Nettles Plumbing
11.2009 - 12.2020
  • Processed accounts receivable and accounts payable.
  • Accurately entered credit memos, payment transactions, and approximately 175 invoices weekly.
  • Performed expense tracking, billing, and reporting and verified expense claims.
  • Handled a large volume of incoming calls and responded to a wide range of customer and vendor inquiries, while providing excellent customer service.
  • Developed schedules and tracked projects and schedules through project completion.
  • Contacted customers to immediately find resolutions for escalated issues.
  • Improved financial accuracy by performing detailed account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
  • Established effective communication channels with vendors and customers to resolve outstanding issues timely manner.
  • Provided excellent customer service when addressing inquiries from internal external stakeholders, ensuring their needs were met in a timely manner.
  • Streamlined accounting processes for efficiency, implementing automation tools and software solutions.
  • Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
  • Managed cash flow effectively by monitoring daily transactions and reconciling bank accounts regularly.
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.

PROJECT BILLING COORDINATOR TEAM LEAD

InVentiv Clinical Solutions
04.2008 - 10.2009
  • Managed customer accounts from contract to completion.
  • Reviewed contracts to correctly book revenue.
  • Tracked billing and project deliverables, time & material, and expenses.
  • Provided monthly outlook of revenue and expenses and assisted with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process and accruals.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents in Peoplesoft and Excel.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
  • Streamlined administrative processes, allowing for more efficient use of resources and better support for project teams.
  • Increased client satisfaction by facilitating clear and consistent communication between project teams and stakeholders.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for new staff, leading to quicker onboarding and higher initial productivity levels.
  • Organized and maintained project documentation, enabling quick access to important information and facilitating smoother project transitions.
  • Enhanced team communication by implementing weekly coordination meetings and detailed project update emails.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for 75 employees.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
  • Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Education

12 credits -

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
11.2009

61 credits -

Lone Star College
Cypress, TX
05.2007

Diploma -

Jersey Village High School
Houston, TX
05.1994

Skills

  • Sage/MAS 100
  • Microsoft Dynamics GP
  • Oracle FInancial
  • PeopleSoft
  • SAP
  • QuickBooks
  • Concur
  • Microsoft Office with advanced Excel
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Project Accounting
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Payroll Processing
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Expense Tracking and Reporting
  • Customer Service
  • Technical writing
  • Process improvement
  • Invoice Processing
  • File and database management

Timeline

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Nova 401(k) Associates
09.2023 - Current

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

RESA Power
08.2022 - 07.2023

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST (CONTRACT)

Air Innovations, LLC
06.2021 - 12.2021

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Joe Nettles Plumbing
11.2009 - 12.2020

PROJECT BILLING COORDINATOR TEAM LEAD

InVentiv Clinical Solutions
04.2008 - 10.2009

12 credits -

University of Phoenix

61 credits -

Lone Star College

Diploma -

Jersey Village High School

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