Vanessa Stephens
Texas City,TX
Summary
Proven accountant with a track record of enhancing financial reporting accuracy at Regent Management Services. Expert in bank reconciliation and accounts payable, boosting efficiency by streamlining procedures. Demonstrates exceptional customer service, fostering strong vendor relationships. Achieved a significant increase in process efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and teamwork.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Regent Management Services
07.2013 - Current
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy, preparing monthly financial statements and supporting documentation for management review.
- Ensured timely payments to vendors with diligent invoice processing and proactive communication.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and addressing inquiries regarding billing or account balances.
- Prepared financial statements, business activity reports, annual budgets and other records.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled bank statements regularly, minimizing discrepancies and strengthening cash management practices.
- Streamlined reconciliation procedures for improved accuracy and efficiency in cash management operations.
- Processed credit card and ACH payments.
- Funded payroll and other accounts.
- Deposited checks into correct bank accounts.
- Recorded transactions with journal entries.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts payable transactions.
Life Claims Processor
American National Insurance Company
12.2011 - 07.2013
- Received and reviewed incoming documents and materials.
- Assisted colleagues as needed, fostering a positive work environment based on teamwork and mutual supportiveness.
- Reviewed and analyzed claims to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies.
- Reviewed applications and supporting documents to verify claims eligibility and accuracy.
- Complied with regulations and guidelines related to claims processing to maintain quality and adherence to standards.
Life Imaging Processor
American National Insurance Company
12.2008 - 06.2009
- Supported team members in their tasks, contributing to overall team success.
- Increased productivity by effectively managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records and ensured timely completion of all necessary paperwork.
- Enhanced team collaboration, sharing best practices for efficient processing techniques.
- Received and reviewed incoming documents and materials.
- Reduced errors with meticulous attention to detail and thorough review of documentation.
- Maintained organized digital filing system, enabling quick retrieval of documents as needed.
Accounts Payable
Regent Management Services
02.2008 - 09.2008
- Maintained up-to-date customer records, facilitating accurate invoicing and prompt payment receipt.
- Managed a high volume of invoices, prioritizing payment schedules to optimize cash flow and maintain strong vendor relations.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both internal departments and external clients regarding billing inquiries or disputes resolution.
- Supported month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy in financial records and adherence to deadlines.
- Prevented potential fraud or errors by meticulously reviewing incoming invoices for accuracy before entering into accounting system.
- Ensured accurate financial reporting with meticulous record-keeping and data entry tasks.
- Maintained organized digital filing system, enabling quick retrieval of documents as needed.
Health Imaging Processor
American National Insurance Company
08.2006 - 02.2008
- Increased productivity by effectively managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records and ensured timely completion of all necessary paperwork.
- Enhanced team collaboration, sharing best practices for efficient processing techniques.
- Received and reviewed incoming documents and materials.
- Adhered to strict deadlines for processing applications, ensuring timely approvals and client satisfaction.
- Troubleshot technical issues with scanning equipment, minimizing downtime and maintaining optimal workflow.
- Maintained organized digital filing system, enabling quick retrieval of documents as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ball High School
Galveston, TX06.2006
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Account Reconciliation
- Financial Statements
- General Ledger Entries
- Invoice balancing
- Data inputting
References
Harold Hadley
Regent Management Services
CFO
(281)-543-6321
Ginger Evans
Regent Management Services
Cash Manager
(409)-789-7110
Timeline
Accountant
Regent Management Services
07.2013 - Current
Life Claims Processor
American National Insurance Company
12.2011 - 07.2013
Life Imaging Processor
American National Insurance Company
12.2008 - 06.2009
Accounts Payable
Regent Management Services
02.2008 - 09.2008
Health Imaging Processor
American National Insurance Company
08.2006 - 02.2008
High School Diploma -
Ball High School
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