Accounts Payable Specialist with B.B.A. in Accounting from Marshall University and over 3 years of experience in accounting support. Expertise in invoice processing, reconciliations, vendor relations, and financial reporting, with strong skills in RealPage, OPS, Excel, and Dynamics GP. Proven track record of accuracy and efficiency in resolving aged invoices and reconciling complex utility accounts. Aiming to leverage accounting skills in a dynamic finance team while progressing towards staff accountant roles.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
Middleton Meyers Management, LLC
Charlotte, North Carolina
08.2024 - Current
Processed vendor invoices accurately and timely for various projects.
Reconciled vendor statements to maintain accurate financial records.
Communicated with vendors to resolve discrepancies and inquiries efficiently.
Utilized accounting software to track payments and monitor accounts payable.
Collaborated with team members to streamline invoice processing procedures.
Supported internal audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.
Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices.
Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
Processed accounts payable transactions in a timely manner according to established policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate records of payments made to vendors.
Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
Developed relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure prompt payment of invoices.
Answered inquiries from internal departments regarding accounts payable status.
Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
Prepared 1099 forms at the end of each fiscal year as required by law.
Tax Specialist
Safa Goods, LLC
Punta Gorda, Florida
01.2024 - 06.2024
Filed monthly tax returns, PACT Act reports, and annual business returns.
Conducted multi-state tax research to ensure compliance across jurisdictions.
Created and maintained a company-wide asset tracker for auditing and compliance.
Assisted in developing a company-wide credit card policy adopted by all departments.
Entered clients into the new POS system, and supported data accuracy for finance and sales teams.
Accounting Clerk
Charlotte Behavioral Health Care
Punta Gorda, Florida
08.2022 - 01.2024
Filed documents and organized accounting records systematically.
Communicated with vendors regarding payment inquiries and discrepancies.
Supported month-end closing activities by preparing relevant documentation.
Processed invoices, payments, and statements in a timely manner.
Supported clerical and administrative needs of senior department staff.
Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders before entering into system for payment processing.
Communicated with senior accounting staff about discrepancies and devised plans to reconcile financial issues.
Helped company move to paperless system and save substantial printing costs.
Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy prior to payment processing.
Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing necessary journal entries.
Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
Assisted medical billing by entering client services and reconciling records for insurance claims
Education
BBA - Accounting
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
12-2021
Skills
Invoice processing
Account reconciliation
Tax compliance
Vendor management
Accounting software
Financial reporting
Process improvement
Accounts payable and receivable
Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills
Additional Information
Recognized for growth potential and ability to adapt quickly in new roles.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience training and mentoring employees.
Completed special projects including Duke Energy transfer balance reconciliation, aged invoice resolution, and asset tracking for compliance.