SUZANNE WHISENANT
Inman,SC
Summary
Hands-on manager recognized for effective leadership in operations and financial management. Expertise in processing accounts payable and receivable while establishing benchmarks that drive profitability. Committed to team building and mentorship, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Self Employed Services
Inman, SC
02.2022 - Current
- Provided personal care and assistance to clients in daily activities.
- Delivered personal care and emotional support to spouse during home recovery from illness.
- Administered medications and monitored client health conditions regularly.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and families.
ACCOUNT PAYABLES SPECIALIST
LEIGH FIBERS
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Managed Accounts Payables, including conducting audits of receivables to uphold financial integrity.
- Executed weekly check run procedures to ensure timely vendor payments.
- Processed 300-400 invoices weekly
- Communicated with Vendors to resolve any issues with invoices.
- Processed and entered Credit Card information into the accounting program for accurate financial tracking.
- Processed reimbursement requests through Concur.
- Reconciled accounts for and ensured these benchmarks are met.
FINANCE MANAGER
ATLANTIC TOOLING AND FABRICATING COMPANY INC.
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Established benchmarks for P&L goals, ensuring compliance and alignment with business objectives.
- Manage Accounts Payable to include continuous and positive relationships with customer base to ensure on time payment within specified terms
- Manage Accounts Receivables to include audits of the receivables portion of the business.
- Administer all HR functions including onboarding, payroll, compensation, and benefits packages
- Supervised administrative staff to ensure efficient office operations.
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES AND COLLECTIONS MANAGER
JBR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
10.2009 - 05.2015
- Developed strong relationships with customers to facilitate on-time payments within specified terms.
- Performed all collection duties for past-due accounts.
- Collaborated with managers to ensure accurate and timely invoicing of projects.
- Conducted annual audits of receivables to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Established benchmarks for the business to achieve in regard to P&L goals, both short and long-term, and ensure these benchmarks are met.
Southeast Operations Manager/Consultant
RAID CORPS INC
08.2003 - 01.2015
- Successfully oversaw total annual operating budget of $500K.
- Managed payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate financial operations.
- Negotiated favorable terms for workers' compensation and general liability insurance policies, reducing potential risks for the company.
- Ensured proper licensing and permitting for all facets of the business.
- Administered annual universal audits of the company.
- Documented and recorded all searches performed by the company.
- Coordinated comprehensive travel logistics for business trips, securing cost-effective flights and accommodations.
PURCHASING MANAGER
AME CHRISTMAN AND PARSON
04.2002 - 05.2003
- Ordered supplies, equipment, and materials to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Issued purchase orders for approved items to streamline procurement process.
- Managed contracts for rented and leased equipment to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness.
- Reviewed and approved invoices for timely payment.
- Ensured correct invoicing from vendors.
- Audited invoices for returns and proper credits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Limestone College
Gaffney, SC01-1996
Skills
- Patient Care
- Emotional Support
- Health Monitoring
- Health Compliance
- Time Management
- Customer communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Invoice processing
- Invoicing
- Account Reconciliation
- Payroll
- Financial Management
- Financial reconciliation
- Negotiation
- Purchasing
- Microsoft Office
- QuickBooks
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emotional intelligence
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Caregiver
Self Employed Services
02.2022 - Current
ACCOUNT PAYABLES SPECIALIST
LEIGH FIBERS
01.2020 - 02.2022
FINANCE MANAGER
ATLANTIC TOOLING AND FABRICATING COMPANY INC.
07.2016 - 07.2019
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES AND COLLECTIONS MANAGER
JBR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
10.2009 - 05.2015
Southeast Operations Manager/Consultant
RAID CORPS INC
08.2003 - 01.2015
PURCHASING MANAGER
AME CHRISTMAN AND PARSON
04.2002 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Limestone College