Tara Forzano
Vernon,CT
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist with 10 years of experience working with Supplier Merchandise accounts. Skilled at fixing account and data discrepancies with professionalism. Proven history of resourcefulness and accuracy. Adept at organizing and prioritizing requirements to maintain tight deadlines, and strict financial controls.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Coordinator
Kahan Kerensky and Caposella
11.2024 - Current
- Supported the month-end closing process, efficiently processing journal entries and posting accruals.
- Calendar management for Financial Dept.
- Maintained accurate documentation regarding accounts payables and accounts receivables in accordance with company policies.
- Prepared weekly cash reports, including monthly financial reports, to Equity Partners.
- Collaborated with internal departments to resolve discrepancies.
Accounts Payable Merchandise
Aldi, Inc.
1 2016 - Current
- Improve payment accuracy via invoice review and reconciliation efforts.
- Supported corporate office in conducting internal and external audits.
- Maintain clear and accurate financial standings by working closely with the bookkeeper to process business transactions.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing, while maintaining a consistent record of timely payments.
Purchasing Assistant
Aldi, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Provided assistance to 100 stores for all signage including grand openings, remodels, holidays, and price changes.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and vendors to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
Warehouse Selector
Aldi, Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Selected product for stores including regular items and Special Buy items.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities or new responsibilities as needed within warehouse setting.
- Assisted in inventory management with accurate record-keeping and timely reporting of discrepancies.
Administrative Assistant
Freedom Mortgage
01.2009 - 10.2009
- Provided administrative assistance to Loan Officers, Processors, and Underwriters for all incoming mortgage applications.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
Administrative Assistant
GMAC Mortgage
08.2007 - 09.2008
- Oversaw diverse administrative functions, supporting all Loan Officer mortgage packages
- Played key role in customer service for Borrower's, including remitting payment, answering questions, and setting up appointments.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Education
Certificate - Bookkeeping
CT Community College
Waterbury, CTAssociate of Science - Business And Marketing
Briarwood College
CT05.1994
Skills
- Account reconciliation
- Problem Resolution
- Attention to detail
- Purchase Order Management
- Invoice Processing
Personal Information
Title: Accounts Payable/Receivable
Timeline
Accounting Coordinator
Kahan Kerensky and Caposella
11.2024 - Current
Purchasing Assistant
Aldi, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2016
Warehouse Selector
Aldi, Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2013
Administrative Assistant
Freedom Mortgage
01.2009 - 10.2009
Administrative Assistant
GMAC Mortgage
08.2007 - 09.2008
Associate of Science - Business And Marketing
Briarwood College
Accounts Payable Merchandise
Aldi, Inc.
1 2016 - Current
Certificate - Bookkeeping
CT Community College
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