TORRI JAMES
Fisk Electric
7
years of professional experience
Professional in finance with strong background in compliance. Expertise in managing invoices, reconciling statements, and maintaining accurate financial records. Known for reliability, adaptability, and fostering team collaboration to achieve organizational goals. Skilled in using accounting software, processing payments, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. Proven ability to meet deadlines and contribute positively to dynamic work environments.
Experienced with regulatory compliance and risk assessment. Utilizes strong analytical skills to identify and mitigate potential compliance issues. Knowledge of industry standards and best practices ensures organizational adherence to regulatory requirements.
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
1 Year 5 Months- Processed vendor invoices, verified coding, and routed approvals for timely payment.
- Reconciled purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to resolve discrepancies accurately.
- Communicated with vendors to clarify billing issues and maintain positive account relationships.
- Maintained organized AP records, supporting audits and month-end closing activities.
- Prepared check runs and electronic payments while following internal controls and deadlines.
- Reviewed expense coding and matched supporting documents to ensure ledger accuracy.
Compliance Specialist
2 Years 11 Months- Managed multiple stakeholder deliverables, including documentation, timelines, action-item tracking, follow-up activities, and status reporting in a deadline-driven environment.
- Prepared reports, dashboards, and client-facing materials using organized data and documented findings to communicate accurate business information.
- Used data tracking and reporting to identify trends, support recommendations, and communicate measurable outcomes to leadership and clients.
- Conducted research and assessments to identify risks, process gaps, stakeholder needs, and opportunities for operational improvement.
- Maintained detailed tracking systems for deliverables, deadlines, project progress, and corrective actions, supporting accurate records and timely completion.
- Reviewed business and operational requirements and communicated clear follow-up actions to clients, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
- Collaborated with internal teams and clients to identify issues, recommend solutions, and improve business processes.
- Built strong professional relationships through accurate documentation, responsive communication, consistent follow-up, and solution-focused support.
Communications Coordinator
3 Years 2 Months- Created and maintained organized documentation and records supporting policies, procedures, and operational activities.
- Coordinated multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accurate information, consistent follow-up, organized records, and clear communication.
- Collaborated across departments to identify operational challenges, develop solutions, and improve effectiveness.
- Adapted communications for different audiences and supported accurate dissemination of organizational updates and requirements.
- Managed multiple concurrent tasks while balancing stakeholder expectations, priorities, and deliverables.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Criminal Justice
- Double Major
- Dean’s List
Skills
Accounts Payable Support
Invoice & Document Review
Data Entry & Accuracy
Payment Documentation
Records Management
Discrepancy Identification
Data Tracking & Reporting
Microsoft Excel
Audit Support
Process Controls
Reconciliation-Oriented Tracking
Deadline Management
Stakeholder Communication
Problem Solving
Process Improvement
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
SharePoint
Microsoft Teams
CRM Platforms
Compliance Management Systems
Document Management Systems
Data Tracking & Reporting Tools
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
Fisk Electric
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Compliance Specialist
Magnate Consulting
03.2022 - 02.2025Read More
Communications Coordinator
The Lighthouse Project (non Profit)
08.2019 - 10.2022Read More
Prairie View A&M University
Bachelor of Arts from Communications, Criminal Justice
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