TERRENCE L. HARRIS
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Dynamic financial professional with a robust background in financial payments, complemented by expertise in data analysis, process optimization, and accounts payable. Recognized for keen attention to detail and adaptability, consistently fostering team collaboration to drive results. Proven ability to navigate and thrive in fast-paced environments while aligning strategies with evolving business needs. Committed to delivering exceptional financial solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support organizational goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Membership Financial Specialist III
Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield
Little Rock, AR
2017 - Current
- Lead technical support for Accounts Payable operations ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely financial reporting.
- Coordinating billing service function to support electronic and technical operations
- Administer high volume payment transactions, reconciliations, and account adjustments with precision and attention to detail.
- Design and automate advanced reporting solutions(Excel macros, Amisys, Vista, US Bank) enhancing efficiency and minimizing manual errors.
- Resolve customer inquiries regarding a variety of issues, requests, and discrepancies related to account balances, billing questions, payment issues, delinquencies, and account adjustments.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports to support decision-making processes.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in financial operations.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for financial analysis and reporting.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans aligned with overall company objectives.
Global Accounts Financial Specialist
WESCO Distribution
Little Rock, AR
2015 - 2016
- Collected the Accounts Receivable in accordance with termed contracts
- Maintained and updated all necessary standard process documentation for each key account.
- Proactively reconciled WESCO’s outstanding A/R balances (200 to 2,000 invoices per account) on a weekly basis to the documentation provided by the customer’s Accounts Payable department
- Participates in periodic reviews with FS Supervisor of assigned A/R portfolio, assigned goals and objectives, and take necessary action to improve performance
- Conducted regular review of party aging to ensure all individual accounts are loaded with correct payment terms, billing method and collector assignment.
- Evaluated collectability of unearned cash discounts, finance charges, small dollar invoices, etc. and submits items to Supervisor, who will evaluate and write-off of uncollectable amounts within level of authority.
- Prepared required reports on a timely basis for sales and branch visibility, in order to monitor performance (e.g., payment trends, disputes and invoices to accrue, etc.)
- Monitors billing activity on a weekly basis to confirm compliance or obtain action to remediate non-compliance.
- Made recommendations for the extension of credit for customers and reviewed orders on credit suspension so as not to delay shipments
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
- Developed and implemented budgeting processes to enhance financial accuracy.
Mortgage Servicing Insurance Specialist 2
Arvest Mortgage Company
Little Rock, AR
2013 - 2016
- Responsibilities include processes, Updated and paid homeowners insurance using sophisticated software
- Analyzed insurance applications to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Coordinated communication between clients and underwriters to facilitate policy approvals.
- Handling and processing checks
- Analyzed financial data in spreadsheet form
- Responding to customer, investor, or other 3rd party inquiries
- Researching and/or preparing documentation, analyzing requests in accordance with established guidelines and determining appropriate course of action.
- Handled complex level transactions with limited supervision
- Assists with training, coaching, and/or distribution of work to newer associates.
- Maintains daily log of incoming inquiries. Mail, emails, and faxes for example.
Education
Bachelors of Business Administration - Finance
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little RockSkills
- Five years of accounts payable experience
- Three years of accounts receivable experience
- Detail-oriented data management
- Extensive customer service experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong organizational abilities
- Financial service expertise
- Experienced with financial software tools
- Analytical reasoning
- Organizational proficiency
Timeline
Membership Financial Specialist III
Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield
2017 - Current
Global Accounts Financial Specialist
WESCO Distribution
2015 - 2016
Mortgage Servicing Insurance Specialist 2
Arvest Mortgage Company
2013 - 2016
Bachelors of Business Administration - Finance
University of Arkansas At Little Rock