Customer Service Accounts Payable
Resume:
Brandon Arias
*** ******* **. *** * Pasadena, CA 91101
*******.*****@******.***
Accounting Administrator / Administration Professional / Financial Officer
Executive Profile
Quality focused Administration/Accounting Paraprofessional with 6+ years in various aspects of administrative,
financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, and cash / account management in a variety of commercial / public sector
environments. I am an educated and energetic professional recognized as a quick learner with exceptional
computer skills and the ability to manage several tasks effectively in high-demand settings. I also possess an
aptitude to contribute as a team player and interface with professionals on all levels. Some of my strengths include
my ability to communicate clearly and to convey complex information in relevant, understandable terms. I am able
to excel in positions requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. I have been praised consistently
for my accuracy and precision by my superiors.
Core Competencies
A / R, A / P, & G / L Account Analysis Fiscal Reports & Forecasting
Inventory Management & Reconciliation Finance & Accounting
Productivity/Efficiency Improvements Inventory Control & Purchasing
Internal / External Customer Service Budget Projection & Preparation
Technical Qualifications
QuickBooks SQL Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Benchmarks & Milestones
Results-oriented financial services professional exemplified by a steady increase of responsibility and advance of role.
Utilize verbal communication skills and educational training to perform accounting analysis and proactively implement
solutions.
Professional relationship builder - adapted and gained first hand know-how on effective practices to establish and
maintain positive relationships with key equipment / service vendors.
Demonstrate professional customer service on multiple levels both external / internal.
Professional Experience
Global Merchandising Services Hollywood, CA 2012 - 2013
GMS Provides a non-corporate alternative for artist and entertainment-rights holders searching for a combination of old-school
service and cutting edge development.
Staff Accountant
* Improve collections activities by implementing best practices to reduce DSO by 15%
* Post payments, journal entries and credit memos using Great Plains accounting software
* Prepare collection reports for monthly board meetings
* Reconcile bank and customer statements
* Prepare monthly journal entries for month end close
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Russ Reid Company Pasadena, CA 2011-- 2012
Russ Reid is the nation’s leading full service direct response agency serving nonprofits. We provide direct response services for a
full spectrum of media including direct mail, television, internet, radio, mobile, print, outdoor and integrated campaigns.
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Streamline the Accounts Payable data entry process to increase accuracy and productivity using custom excel import.
Implement expense report scanning saving paper and filing space, as well as reducing processing time of reports.
Code, process and pay approximately 200-300 invoices a week in company accounting system, ensuring proper approval
protocol is followed.
Work directly with Controller and the Accounts Payable team to monitor invoice aging and payments.
Entry and verification of all expense reports, checking each report for accuracy and communicating with employees to
resolve errors or discrepancies.
Reconcile all company credit card transactions with corresponding invoices, following up on missing invoices with
employees or vendors to facilitate timely payment.
Assist Finance department with month-end closing procedures
Skinwest San Dimas, CA 2008 – 2011
Skinwest was started by Dermatologist Dr. Gormley in 1998 to serve the needs of the discriminating skin care and cosmetics customer. Our
vision is to offer an extensive selection of fine skin care products and cosmetics, many of which you would usually only find in a
Dermatologist's office or salon, as well as expert advice from estheticians and trained staff on how to use them. Skinwest.com strives to fulfill
that mission by providing high quality customer care to Internet users ®.
Administrator
Spearhead development of custom AP and cash flow reports utilizing Excel and QuickBooks.
Regulate A/P postings, A/R collections, purchase order entry and processing for all customer inventories.
Investigate A/R discrepancies establishing records, history, and infractions on short payments and non-payment invoices
both internally and externally.
Skillful review and resolution of daily reject reports and weekly closing of invoices.
Successful maintenance of G/L; reconcile, maintain, input data for all accounts.
Finance / accounting; Statements, preparations, organization, and reports.
Budget Management; supported company strategic planning efforts through daily financial activities.
Education
Bachelors of Science Business Management University of California Riverside Riverside, CA
Cross-Functional Professional Experience
Pacific BMW Glendale, CA 2007 (Temp)
At Pacific BMW, we offer new BMW cars in Los Angeles, along with used cars, used trucks and used SUVs by top manufacturers. Our sales
staff will help you find a new or used car in the Los Angeles, North Hollywood, Alhambra, and Beverly Hills area ®
Lease End Representative
Provide quality control for used car inventory (80-100 vehicles).
Accurate and timely daily inspection of vehicles (averaged 7-14).
Fluid, precise pick-up of between 30-40 vehicles per week.
Courteous, professional customer service; assessed customer needs / coordinated with internal departments.
Precise handling and processing of all vehicle paperwork and documentation.
Accurate record/documentation from start to finish; prepared, transcribed, composed, edited, & distributed.
Effective management of induction of vehicles into the Certified Pre-Owned Program interfaced with service department
to coordinate certification process.
Professional References Available Upon Request
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