Valerie St. Luce
Washington, DC 20018
Cell: 718-***-****
*********@*******.***
Profile Summary
Accounting and Bookkeeping professional with extensive background managing
journal entries, accounts payable, receivables, and general ledgers in a
variety of industries. Demonstrated proficiency with Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles (GAAP). Excellent quantitative analysis skills with
high attention to detail. A client-oriented team player recognized for
commitment to the accurate and timely achievement of corporate financial
objectives.
Computer skills: Windows XP, MS Office Suite, MS Solomon, Quicken, ACCPAC,
QuickBooks, Peachtree, Med-Series 4, Integrated Claims Service
applications, Windows7, Peoplesoft, RUN Powered by ADP
Professional Experience
CITY CONNECTIONS REALTY INC., New York, NY 2007 - Present
Full-Charge Bookkeeper
Direct all AP/AR functions, including collections and deposits, and oversaw
payroll preparation. Manage 7 bank account reconciliations.
. Prepare journal entries, journal ledger postings, and trial balance
information.
. Provide accounting assistance to firm managers and operations staff;
respond to financial questions and concerns to meet business needs.
. Evaluate risk and control environments, including financial reporting
risks, providing valuable guidance that contributes to the corporate
investment decision-making process.
. Develop ad hoc analyses in multi-channel profitability reporting system,
ensuring accurate and timely maintenance and implementation of budget and
forecast revisions.
NATIONAL CONSUMER MARKETING, LLC, New York, NY 2006 - 2007
Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist
Managed the processing and documentation of AP/AR for a provider of
management consulting services, including journal entries and general
ledger balances.
. Prepared invoices, deposits, tax returns, monthly closings of financial
records and posting of month-end information; ensured accuracy of
financial statements.
. Recorded information about financial status of customers and status of
collection efforts, providing detailed reports for management review.
. Coordinated correspondence and monitored accounts, advising customers of
necessary actions and strategies for repayment.
VERRAZANO CLOSING SERVICES, Brooklyn, NY 2003 - 2006
Bookkeeper
Managed AP/AR, general ledger postings, 12 bank account reconciliations,
and payroll. Analyzed all financial data and completed month-end and year-
end closing reports. Collaborated on internal and external business
audits.
. Collaborated with management on the distribution of necessary
accounting paperwork, ensuring open communication and the completion
of vital project duties.
. Balanced escrow receivables for criminal judgments on behalf of clients
from 2003 to 2006; identified appropriate payment procedures and venues
to bring escrow accounts current.
. Followed up on necessary requirements needed for client refunds, reducing
processing time from 2 months to only 1 week.
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Professional Experience, continued
ALASKA NATIVE MEDICAL CENTER, Anchorage, AK 2002 - 2003
Medical Billing Specialist
Identified and addressed patient account balances that were fully or
partially unpaid for a tribally-owned and operated hospital.
. Coordinated collection activities for delinquent accounts, verifying
coverage and corresponding with insurance companies.
. Researched customer accounts thoroughly and documents appropriately,
resolving discrepancies and preparing adjustments and refunds as
necessary.
. Obtained and submitted medical records and other documentation
required for claim payment and appeals.
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, Statesboro, GA 1997 - 2002
Payroll Clerk
NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION OF DOMINICA LTD, Dominica, West Indies 1991
- 1996
Accounting Assistant
Education
Certified Public Bookkeeper, National Association of Certified Public
Bookkeepers, 2009
Master of Business Administration, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro,
GA, 2002
Bachelor of Business Administration, Georgia Southern University,
Statesboro, GA, 2000