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Terah Taylor

Knightdale,NC

Summary

Skilled in reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and resolving billing issues promptly. Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding the highest standards of integrity in financial transactions. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Billing Analyst

Harris-Stratex Networks, MCD Division
Morrisville, NC
April 2006 - 05.2007
  • Created reports to track progress of billing activities.
  • Tracked costs associated with individual projects and invoices to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions related to billing activities.
  • Researched and resolved billing issues with customers.
  • Reviewed and processed customer invoices for accuracy.
  • Managed customer account setup process including creating new accounts as needed.
  • Provided support during internal and external audits related to billing processes.
  • Coordinated with sales team members regarding payment terms and other billing details.
  • Prepared weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on billing activity.
  • Generated invoices based on contracts, agreements, and other documents received from clients.
  • Analyzed data from customer accounts to identify discrepancies.
  • Communicated with credit, collections, customer service and operations department members to assist with and remedy billing issues.
  • Completed risk assessments for quarterly and annual schedules.
  • Verified invoice procedures to validate customer contracts and maintain billing communication.
  • Collaborated with billing functional area and business units to secure accurate customer invoicing within established deadlines.
  • Discussed changes in internal processes and procedures to enforce execution.
  • Followed all company procedures to keep data confidential.
  • Analyzed complex financial documents including contracts, invoices, purchase orders.
  • Researched, identified, and resolved billing issues in a timely manner to ensure accurate invoicing.
  • Developed detailed procedures for all aspects of the billing process to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to financial billing practices.

Switchboard Operator (Contractor)

Biogen
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
07.2005 - April 2006
  • Maintained knowledge of current office events and staff members' locations for callers inquiring about them.
  • Routed emergency calls to the appropriate department or personnel.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Responded efficiently to email inquiries regarding company policies and services provided.
  • Performed basic troubleshooting procedures when technical problems arose with the switchboard equipment.

Administrative Assistant (Contractor)

AlliedBarton Security Services LLC.
Raleigh, NC
01.2004 - 07.2005
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
  • Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
  • Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
  • Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
  • Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Responded to customer issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.
  • Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Implemented appropriate security measures when handling confidential client information.
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues, customers, and vendors via email, phone, or in person.
  • Updated and maintained company's internal databases regularly.
  • Assisted other team members with complex data entry tasks as needed.
  • Entered large volumes of information into spreadsheets quickly and accurately.

Receptionist

NFE Technologies, Inc.
Morrisville, NC
05.2002 - 01.2004
  • Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
  • Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
  • Responded to inquiries from internal staff members regarding office operations.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Assisted with special projects assigned by management when required.

Leasing Consultant

Misty Woods Apartments
Cary, North Carolina
08.2000 - April 2002
  • Conducted tours of available apartments, highlighting features and amenities.
  • Responded to tenant requests for maintenance services in a timely manner.
  • Greeted potential tenants and provided information about the property.
  • Processed move-outs by completing final walkthrough, collecting keys, inspecting unit condition and preparing documentation for accounting purposes.
  • Created advertising campaigns for vacant units using various media outlets such as newspapers and online sources.
  • Identified opportunities for improving efficiency in rental operations through process improvement initiatives.
  • Assisted with the preparation of monthly reports including occupancy rates, delinquency percentages and market surveys.
  • Provided excellent customer service to all tenants throughout their tenancy period.
  • Processed transfer requests from existing tenants who wished to move within the same building or complex.
  • Performed regular inspections of common areas to ensure proper upkeep and safety standards were being met.
  • Maintained accurate records of prospective renters, applications and leases.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately in accordance with company policy.
  • Advised on rental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
  • Updated resident data into property management software system daily.
  • Inspected vacated units to determine necessary repairs or improvements prior to new occupancy.
  • Coordinated activities between management staff, vendors, contractors and government agencies as needed.
  • Resolved tenant complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining positive relationships with residents.
  • Prepared lease agreements, collected security deposits and rent payments from tenants.
  • Monitored competition in local markets to identify trends in pricing or amenities offered by competing properties.
  • Handled incoming calls regarding availability of units, pricing information and other inquiries.
  • Used conflict resolution skills to quickly resolve issues among residents.
  • Prepared lease paperwork and obtained signatures and first payments from new residents.
  • Maintained high customer approval rating through dynamic service, exemplary support, and interpersonal communication.
  • Conducted background checks on applicants.
  • Checked rental eligibility by following company's verification process.
  • Detailed application requirements and answered questions from prospective tenants.
  • Encouraged prospective tenants to fill out applications after property tours.
  • Led property tours to showcase amenities to prospective tenants and offered valuable information regarding major features.
  • Escalated critical issues to property manager to deliver immediate resolution.
  • Leveraged sales and marketing strategies to increase traffic, maintain closing ratios and exceed leasing goals.
  • Conducted informative and personalized tours, resulting in new leases.

Receptionist/Front Office Administrative Assistant

Duffus & Younce Law Firm
Raleigh, North Carolina
01.1998 - 08.2000
  • Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
  • Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the building.
  • Updated daily log book with information about visitors entering the premises.
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
  • Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
  • Assisted with special projects assigned by management when required.
  • Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.

Receptionist/Office Administrative Assistant

Greer Group Inc.
Raleigh, North Carolina
06.1997 - 01.1998
  • Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Assisted in organizing corporate events such as conferences or meetings.
  • Inputted clients' contact information into the database accurately.
  • Maintained a neat, organized reception area.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Scanned documents into electronic files for storage purposes.
  • Greeted customers and visitors in a professional manner.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email promptly and courteously.
  • Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
  • Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
  • Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the building.

Education

BBA -

Campbell University
05-2010

Associate of Arts -

Campbell University
05-2006

High School Diploma -

Gulf Coast Christian Academy
05-1996

Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Trials Research Assoc -Core Competencies

Durham Technical Community College

Skills

  • Billing Systems
  • Reception oversight
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Invoice Processing
  • Collections Management
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Clerical Support
  • Office Administration

Timeline

Switchboard Operator (Contractor)

Biogen
07.2005 - April 2006

Administrative Assistant (Contractor)

AlliedBarton Security Services LLC.
01.2004 - 07.2005

Receptionist

NFE Technologies, Inc.
05.2002 - 01.2004

Leasing Consultant

Misty Woods Apartments
08.2000 - April 2002

Receptionist/Front Office Administrative Assistant

Duffus & Younce Law Firm
01.1998 - 08.2000

Receptionist/Office Administrative Assistant

Greer Group Inc.
06.1997 - 01.1998

Financial Billing Analyst

Harris-Stratex Networks, MCD Division
April 2006 - 05.2007

BBA -

Campbell University

Associate of Arts -

Campbell University

High School Diploma -

Gulf Coast Christian Academy

Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Trials Research Assoc -Core Competencies

Durham Technical Community College
Terah Taylor