Wendy M. Cowins
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
acqiqo@r.postjobfree.com M: 404-***-****
SUMMARY
Commercial Finance Industry professional with extensive experience in Documentation, Credit Analysis & Investigations, Fraud Prevention, Collections, Payment Negotiations, Customer Service and Policies and Procedures.
Skills include: Analytical aptitude, time management skills, leadership ability, interpersonal communication and problem solving skills. A self-directed contributor focused on achieving company objectives.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Assurant Specialty Property- Duluth, GA 2013-2015
Hazard Insurance Processor
Review insurance document used to update hazard line on client servicing system
Verify acceptable coverage amount on policies
Disburse premium payments when necessary
Contact insurance agents for policies or missing information
Perform maintenance as necessary for policy changes, letters, notices etc.
The Department of Revenue- East Point, GA 2012-2012
Operations (Seasonal Contract Assignment)
Reviewed Georgia tax returns for accuracy
Prepared final tax documents for scanning into AS7200
Maintained production processing standards of 90%
Ally Financial Services- Atlanta, GA 2011-2011
Dealer Services Credit Associate (Contract Assignment)
Customer service in Credit Administration Team
Monitored daily reports and ensured follow-up is well documented
Reviewed sales transactions received are routed for approval and keyed in a timely manner
Smart Cash transaction entry
Input daily transactions accurately and adhered to deadlines
Hezekiah Vocational Institute – Atlanta, GA
Office Administrator (Part-time Volunteer)
2009-2010
Interviewed volunteers and interns
Planned and coordinated fundraiser events
Scheduled appointments
Created flyers and sponsorship letters
Coordinated community partnerships with other non-profit agencies.
The CIT Group – Atlanta, GA 2005-2009
Credit Analyst
Supported 3 credit managers with commercial order processing and regular credit line reviews.
Researched and documented credit information and spread financial statements on wholesale flooring clients.
Processed and maintained new and existing customer accounts for 30+ clients and their customers.
Achieved and maintained the required standard turnaround on investigations.
Interviewed and trained new employees on credit policies and procedures.
GE Consumer Underwriting – Alpharetta, GA 2005-2005
Credit Analyst
Processed Lowes and SAMS Club revolving credit applications in an assigned queue.
Communicated financial solutions for approval rates on premier client’s applications.
Recognized by sales representative and SAMS Club manager for outstanding client service.
Follow up for missing or supplementary documents that could affect credit decision.
Sun Trust Bank – Atlanta, GA 2003-2005
Credit Investigator
Supported 4 wholesale credit managers with order processing in Receivable Capital Management. Department.
Spread financial data in Moody’s Financial Analyst system and made recommendations based on findings.
Documented Bias and Stars systems with pertinent credit information relevant to credit decision.
Created quick reference guide listing common bank and trade contacts- reducing the response time by 50%.
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration – Lander University – Greenwood, SC
Associates Degree in General Business – Piedmont Technical College – Greenwood, SC
OTHER WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE
Computer Skills,Microsoft Office, Access, Excel, Oracle, Siebel, CASS, ACAR, ECCF & STARS
Specialized Training
Bonds and Lien Waivers, Dunn and Bradstreet, Credit Report Analysis