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Suzana Jovanovic

Canton,GA

Summary

Driven by a commitment to integrity and continuous improvement, I am passionate about building efficient financial operations that not only deliver accuracy but also empower teams to perform at their best. I take pride in transforming complex challenges into streamlined processes, mentoring others toward growth, and ensuring that compliance and accountability are never compromised

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

AP Supervisor (Brick & Mortar)

PGA Tour Super Stores
Roswell, GA
10.2022 - 08.2023
  • Streamlined accounts payable operations by implementing strategic initiatives targeting employee development and performance management.
  • Trained team members in open invoice report analysis, enhancing operational productivity.
  • Achieved backlog reduction from $6 million to under $3 million in 90 days through effective workflow management.
  • Prepared for new store openings by establishing measures to prevent future invoice backlogs.
  • Led cross-functional collaboration for reconciliation efforts.
  • Highlighted onboarding gaps with SPS Commerce vendors in partnership with Director of Accounts Payable.
  • Recommended exception reporting tied to inventory receipts for proactive delivery confirmation.

AP Specialist (Special Orders)

PGA Tour Super Stores
Roswell, GA
07.2020 - 10.2022
  • Validated special order and e-commerce billing accuracy, uncovering vendor overbilling due to ordering errors.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to address discrepancies swiftly, ensuring financial integrity.
  • Successfully decreased special order past dues from over $2 million to minimal levels prior to promotion.
  • Oversaw ongoing processes to guarantee prompt resolution of billing issues.

Purchasing Coordinator

Lennar Homes
Roswell, GA
06.2019 - 10.2019
  • Managed vendor reconciliation initiatives by supporting trade partners with billing challenges.
  • Addressed payment discrepancies related to purchase orders and overpayments effectively.
  • Uncovered an erroneous vendor payment of over $300,000 during audits.
  • Refined processes to facilitate loading of new home starts 2-3 weeks in advance of trench requests.
  • Achieved reduction in proof errors, resulting in cleaner proofs and improved budget report turnaround.

Sales Processing Coordinator

Cartiva
Alpharetta, GA
10.2018 - 06.2019
  • Processed and tracked distributor implant cases, managing new-customer setups and account maintenance.
  • Verified purchase orders and resolved billing disputes effectively.
  • Supported process-improvement initiatives that reduced days outstanding and minimized bad-debt write-offs.
  • Served as liaison to Wright Medical’s AR team during acquisition, facilitating transition of Cartiva’s AR portfolio within 90 days.
  • Resolved $1.64 million in aged receivables through targeted collections, correcting misapplied payments and duplicate invoices.

Accounts Payable Coordinator

Lennar Homes
Roswell, GA
05.2017 - 07.2018
  • Streamlined full-cycle Accounts Payable function to ensure efficient processing of high volumes of invoices and payments.
  • Managed vendor setup while maintaining accurate vendor master data and overseeing insurance holds.
  • Resolved open AP balance discrepancies across various departments to enhance overall financial integrity.
  • Verified coding accuracy during approval processes to maintain alignment with departmental budgets.
  • Reduced invoice holds significantly by identifying and resolving systemic short-PO issues, improving payment timelines.
  • Executed month-end report reconciliations alongside comprehensive job scrubs for reliable financial tracking.

Finance Representative

AT&T Mobility
Hoffman Estates, IL
04.2011 - 12.2015
  • Provided financial oversight for five corporate-owned retail locations, ensuring compliance with SOX and internal audit requirements.
  • Streamlined inventory controls and procedures, improving accuracy, and reducing operational costs.
  • Led financial reporting initiatives, enhancing visibility and decision-making.
  • Increased COR margins and audit performance, achieving a 90% internal audit pass rate across five locations.
  • Trained and supported approximately 90 employees on SOX compliance and internal controls (cash handling, POS, store security), strengthening the control environment and reducing exceptions.

Education

Engineering, Math & Science -

Lane Technical College Prep High School
Chicago
06.1998

Skills

  • Accounts management in AP/AR
  • Inventory management and purchasing
  • Reporting in financial operations
  • Problem-solving analysis
  • Expertise in financial software and ERP systems
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Accuracy and detail orientation
  • Auditing for compliance
  • EDI processes

References

Available upon request.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

AP Supervisor (Brick & Mortar)

PGA Tour Super Stores
10.2022 - 08.2023

AP Specialist (Special Orders)

PGA Tour Super Stores
07.2020 - 10.2022

Purchasing Coordinator

Lennar Homes
06.2019 - 10.2019

Sales Processing Coordinator

Cartiva
10.2018 - 06.2019

Accounts Payable Coordinator

Lennar Homes
05.2017 - 07.2018

Finance Representative

AT&T Mobility
04.2011 - 12.2015

Engineering, Math & Science -

Lane Technical College Prep High School

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