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Taiana Fakatoufifita

Taiana Fakatoufifita

University place,WA

Summary

I am a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for numbers. My expertise lies in creating a positive environment to thrive in efficiency with my team while demonstrating hard work, determination and engagement. I am committed to helping businesses grow along with growing with the company and learning new skills along the way. I am a fun bubbly person to be around and on my spare time I love being a mother

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Renewal By Andersen
05.2025 - Current
  • Processed high-volume invoices with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Managed 4 different Regions within the company
  • Managed 4 different Email inboxes
  • Reconciled vendor statements to ensure timely payments and resolve discrepancies
  • Implemented improvements in invoice processing workflow, increasing efficiency
  • Mentored junior staff on best practices in accounts payable procedures
  • Resolved complex payment issues through diligent research, and clear communication
  • Assisted in the development of a comprehensive accounts payable policy to establish standardized procedures across the organization.
  • Communicated with vendors to resolve discrepancies impeding payments.
  • Enhanced vendor relationships through timely communication and effective resolution of discrepancies in billing statements.
  • Trained junior staff members on accounts payable best practices, fostering a cohesive and knowledgeable team environment.
  • Checked W-9 forms for completeness and accuracy.
  • Managed a high volume of invoices, ensuring accurate coding and prompt approval from relevant departments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance vendor relationship management
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and work flow downtime.

Accounting Specialist

BPI MEDICAL
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Achieved high accuracy by matching purchase orders with vendor invoices.
  • Facilitated prompt payments through timely processing of vendor invoices.
  • Enhanced accounts payable accuracy by efficiently resolving vendor discrepancies.
  • Streamlined sales team expense report processing using Concur administration.
  • Maintained organized accounts payable records for compliance and audit readiness.
  • Conducted accurate monthly credit card statement reconciliations to ensure consistency.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Whidbey Heath Medical Center
03.2024 - 10.2024
  • Streamlined vendor communication to resolve billing and payment discrepancies.
  • Generated comprehensive financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Implemented effective budgeting processes with departmental collaboration for better resource allocation.
  • Executed timely billing and payment obligations to enhance cash flow management.
  • Reconciled accounts and managed ACH and wire transfers for efficient financial operations.
  • Oversaw accounts payable inbox, ensuring prompt invoice entry and check processing.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Silfab Solar
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Streamlined accounts payable functions, ensuring timely payment transactions with accuracy.
  • Executed bi-weekly wire transfers, maintaining efficient cash flow management.
  • Reviewed and resolved discrepancies by tracing transactions within the accounting system.
  • Conducted high-volume credit card reconciliations, enhancing financial accuracy and reporting.
  • Managed accounts payable email correspondence, facilitating clear communication with vendors.
  • Supported month-end closing activities, ensuring accurate vendor statement reconciliations and accruals.

Accounts Payable Coordinator

Ambrosia QSR
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Streamlined invoice processing for 60+ quick service restaurants, ensuring accuracy.
  • Prepared import/export files, validating vendor data for completeness and precision.
  • Managed Accounts Payable inbox, delivering timely responses to vendor inquiries.
  • Ensured accurate expense coding and check issuance, maintaining timely financial operations.
  • Resolved vendor invoice discrepancies through thorough research and troubleshooting efforts.
  • Facilitated tracking of licenses, permits, and utilities for all restaurants.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Wheeler Seafood
02.2015 - 04.2021
  • Strengthened vendor relationships, efficiently resolving disputes and maintaining partnerships.
  • Organized financial records by applying correct codes to invoices and receipts.
  • Processed vendor invoices and incoming payments, ensuring timely transactions.
  • Validated vendor invoices by reviewing documentation before processing payments.
  • Secured office and client records on server, conducting regular data backups.
  • Identified errors and discrepancies by evaluating financial records thoroughly.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

PIERCE COLLEGE
Steilacoom, WA

High school Diploma - undefined

LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
Tacoma, WA
01.2009

Skills

  • Month end closing
  • High volume Invoice processing
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Account reconciliation
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Extremely fast learner
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Accurate and Efficient
  • Purchase Order experience
  • Relationship building
  • Customer service
  • Meditech Experience
  • Stampli Experience
  • Business Central Experience
  • QuickBooks Experience
  • GP Experience
  • Standard knowledge of accounting
  • Detail oriented
  • Problem solver
  • Organization
  • Analytical thinking
  • Deadline-Oriented
  • Concur experience
  • Payment processing
  • Entry verification
  • Data inputting
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Statement reconciliation
  • Payment scheduling
  • Report preparation
  • 1099 preparation
  • Process improvement
  • Proactive and Self-motivated

Timeline

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Renewal By Andersen
05.2025 - Current

Accounting Specialist

BPI MEDICAL
10.2024 - 04.2025

Accounts Payable Specialist

Whidbey Heath Medical Center
03.2024 - 10.2024

Accounts Payable Clerk

Silfab Solar
07.2023 - 03.2024

Accounts Payable Coordinator

Ambrosia QSR
05.2021 - 07.2023

Accounts Payable Clerk

Wheeler Seafood
02.2015 - 04.2021

High school Diploma - undefined

LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL

Some College (No Degree) -

PIERCE COLLEGE
Taiana Fakatoufifita