Manager Accounts Payable

J anna B. Guild

*** ********** ***** ********* ** 37214 USA

Cell: 847-***-**** acemwm@r.postjobfree.com

Summa ry of Qualifications

A hands-on manager with experience in all aspects of accounting and human resources, along with a

p roven ability to lead and manage supervisory, administrative and professional staff.

Professional Experience

Lee Company, Franklin, TN, 2013 - 2014

Local leader in commercial and residential plumbing, electrical and HVAC services

Selected Accomplishments as Accounts Payable Manager:

Managed workflow and processes for six Accounts Payable Specialists to ensure

effective and efficient department operation.

Daily banking and monthly reconciliations

Set up of new vendors and enrollment in ACH or credit card payment options

Resolve more complex Accounts Payable issues

Prepare and file monthly sales and use tax

Prepare and review appropriate ledger entries and reconciliations

Compile and file annual 1099’s

File business license renewals for multiple states

Approve employee reimbursements and manual checks via ACH for payment

Hi re, train and supervise accounting staff

Sarah Cannon Research I nstitute, Nashville, TN, 2010 -

2012

Global leader in oncology related clinical research t rials that works in partnership with community physicians and

academic institutions

Selected Accomplishments as Accounts Payable Manager:

Managed workflow and processes for three AP specialists to ensure effective and

efficient department operation.

Wrote, implemented and administered standard operating procedures for

department.

Worked with purchasing agents to leverage company’s purchasing power for best

p ricing on goods and services, including using a 75% discount on FedEx services

never previously used.

Gained in-depth knowledge of the Lawson A/P workflow automated approval

system based on matrices developed and refined as new approval levels became

necessary.

Completed monthly audits on account activity to ensure accurate details behind

expenses listed in the Financial Statement.

Conducted departmental staff meetings and addressed delinquent issues as needed

w ith appropriate training.

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Actively participated in management team meetings and systems implementations

t hat directly affected the functionality of the A/P department .

Actuant Corporation, B utler, Wisconsin 2008 - 2010

Global leader in a broad array of niche markets including branded hydraulic and electrical tools and supplies.

Selected Accomplishments as Accounts Payable Manager – Shared Services:

Managed day to day operations for 15 A/P specialists in a Shared Services

environment.

Led three separate lean events and participated in other lean events outside of the

department representing the A/P department.

Created standard operating procedures for department

Developed 1099 process, including overseeing programs writ ten for year-end

creation of 1099s.

Developed and managed project plans to bring new business units into the

department.

Managed departmental compliance with Sarbanes Oxley.

Authored service level agreements for participating business units.

Served as on-line banking administrator for organization

Ma r r iott D rywall, G rayslake, I llinois 2007 - 2008

Distributor of drywall and related products, specializing in building products

Selected Accomplishments as Accounting Manager:

Instrumental in opening and initially running a new office location in I L.

Administered all company employee benefits and addressed workers’ compensation

issues as needed.

Handled all collection and lien processes for the company.

Prepared all necessary financial statements for month-end and end of fiscal year

reporting.

Assisted with annual budget preparation and analyzed monthly variances.

Prepared daily and monthly sales analysis for management review.

Coordinated monthly physical inventory and reconcile all discrepancies.

WMS Gaming, Waukegan, Il linois 2006 – 2007

Global innovator in the digital gaming entertainment and casino industry

Selected Accomplishments as Accounting Supervisor:

Managed three A/R personnel to facilitate resolution of A/R issues in a timely and

accurate manner.

Reviewed and approved A/R short-payments.

Reviewed and verified the accuracy of customer reporting from the Oracle

database system.

Administered and managed casino contracts.

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I magetec, McHenry, I llinois 2005 – 2006

Industry leader combining innovation with technology to provide effective and customizable print management & digital

office equipment solutions to the Chicago area

Selected Accomplishments as Accounting Manager:

Monitored six accounting employees, including general accounting, leasing, credit,

accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Prepared monthly financial statements and all related schedules and

reconciliations.

Maintained continuous contact with outside leasing companies and handled all

lease related issues.

Assisted in the development and implementation of internal controls and

accounting policies and procedures.

Universal Chemicals & Coatings, E lgin, I llinois 2003 –

2005

Provider of industrial paints and coatings

Selected Accomplishments as Accounting Manager:

Responsible for the day to day running of all accounting related functions.

Prepared monthly financial statements and all related schedules and

reconciliations.

Participative member of the company operating committee.

Prepare bi-monthly payroll and quarterly/annual payroll taxes.

Handle all 401k administrative functions.

Manage all human resource functions and employee benefits

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree - North Carolina State University

Computer Skills

• Oracle, Lawson, Great Plains, AS400, Microsoft Dynamics, Glovia, Profit and Profit Key, Microsoft

O ffice Suite

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