Tara Truss
Howell,MI
Summary
Senior accounts payable clerk with strong expertise in invoice management, vendor relations, and financial reconciliation. Proven track record of maintaining high accuracy in financial records while enhancing supplier partnerships. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and improve efficiency in accounts payable operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accounts Payable Clerk
Woodbridge Corporation/Adient
Romulus, MI
07.2020 - Current
- Processed high-volume invoices for timely payments, adhering to company policies.
- Executed 3-way match of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents, ensuring adherence to compliance standards and preventing payment errors.
- Reconciled accounts payable statements with vendor records, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Facilitated weekly check runs through thorough review and verification processes.
- Resolved vendor discrepancies efficiently, maintaining professional relationships and fostering trust with suppliers.
- Created and managed purchase orders with accurate coding and necessary approvals.
- Maintained vendor records by onboarding new vendors and updating existing information.
- Conducted month-end accruals and closing entries for precise financial reporting.
Substitute Teacher
Edustaff
Howell, MI
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Fostered positive learning environment by managing classroom behavior effectively.
- Delivered instruction according to lesson plans provided.
- Partnered with permanent teachers to align instructional strategies and academic materials for improved student engagement.
- Adapted instructional methods to support special needs students, enhancing their learning experience.
- Enforced classroom routines to promote consistency in student schedules.
- Supervised students during lunch and recess, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Documented daily activities and submitted reports to primary teacher.
- Updated emergency procedures regularly to ensure safety of students and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2005
Skills
- Invoice, purchase order and payment management and processing
- Account balancing
- Month-end reconciliation
- Financial analysis
- Vendor management & Communication
- Compliance: 1099 reporting, sales tax, internal controls
- ERP systems: Epicor CMS, Ariba
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook
Timeline
Senior Accounts Payable Clerk
Woodbridge Corporation/Adient
07.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Edustaff
08.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science -
Michigan State University