Denise Levere

acqup1@r.postjobfree.com 301-***-**** (c)

Professional Experience

American Institute of Physics

Membership Accountant, 5/2014 to 9/2014

Supported and contributed to the ongoing development of systems and processes to enhance Accounting reporting and processes. Responsible for assisting controller in documenting procedures for various software used in off-site location. Communicated with end-users in various departments to streamline and modify policies and procedures. Assisted in the development and implementation of system controls. Provided assistance in the preparation and validation of business system activities, report generation and verification.

Hepatitis Foundation International

Staff Accountant, 1/2014 to 5/2014

Provided Accounting support by reviewing financial information. Processed Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, assigned account numbers, balanced and reconciled accounts, updated payroll with ADP. Developed and implemented accounting procedures, recommended changes. Answered accounting questions by researching and interpreting data. Protected organization’s value by keeping information confidential.

AMERICA’S HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS, Washington, DC

Accounts Receivable Manager

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE MANAGER, 5/1995 to 6/2012

Motivated, analytical Accounts Receivable Manager with broad experience in overseeing day-to-day accounts receivable functions to ensure ongoing financial success

Accurately apply appropriate accounting principles and controls in processing outgoing invoices and incoming receipts. Highly professional demeanor; build solid working relationships with both internal and external parties. Reputation for integrity, trustworthiness, flexibility, and creativity. Capable of bringing compassion, commitment, and creative thinking to meeting challenges and change. Deadline-driven; able to complete key projects within strict time frames, ensuring high levels of accuracy. Technologically proficient; instrumental contributor to implementation and utilization of financial software.

Core competencies include:

Accounts Receivable & Payable

Journal & General Ledger Posting

Problem Identification & Resolution

Cash Receipts & Bank Deposits

Internal Control Policies & Procedures

Accounting Principles & Procedures

Financial Records Management

Financial Analysis & Reporting

System Upgrades & Automation

Budget Administration & Tracking

AMERICA’S HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS, Washington, DC

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE MANAGER, 5/1995 to 6/2012

Advanced to management-level position with responsibility for maintaining key financial data for organization’s membership, registration, and sponsorship budgets.

Tasked with managing accruals, aging reports, departmental reporting, and monthly journal entries. Assisted management on numerous initiatives by performing ad hoc analysis on various general ledger accounts. Supervised processing of cash receipts encompassing daily deposits, lockboxes, and credit cards. Closely monitored cash receipts for AHIP Foundation and Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare. Prepared journal entries for general ledger.

Selected Contributions:

Played a key role in corporate merger by integrating receivables and creating a cross-matrix of accounts for acquired company.

Contributed to major financial system upgrades and ensured accurate implementation of accounting software across various departments.

Troubleshot and resolved discrepancies associated with registrants, orders, and sponsorships by closely examining diverse cash receipt documentation.

Set up accounts, reviewed input, and posted invoices for both registrants and sponsors participating in association conferences.

AMERICA’S HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS, Washington, DC

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ACCOUNTANT, 5/1989 to 4/1995

Brought on board to perform specified accounting functions in support of Accounts Receivable Department of national trade association representing the health insurance industry.

Entrusted to accurately and successfully administer $24M annual membership budget. Handled processing of all non-A/R transactions, creation and tracking of various invoices/payments, and daily posting of cash to general ledger. Reconciled accounts. Managed incoming revenues for seminars and publications; coded invoices for magazine ad revenue. Coordinated with Publication Department regarding incoming orders and applied payments. Reported to Finance Director and worked closely with Membership Department to process invoices for organizational and individual membership dues. Provided assistance during annual audit.

Selected Contributions:

Readily accepted challenge of managing additional A/R functions for Disease Management Association of America (DMAA) while maintaining full load of existing responsibilities.

Demonstrated professionalism and communication strengths while working closely with Finance Director of AHIP to support needs related to special projects.

Utilized various programs, including QuickBooks, to effectively manage records and process account information.

Spearheaded implementation of credit card processing capabilities for company.

Education & Affiliation

Strayer College, Washington, D.C.

Completed 2.5 years toward undergraduate degree in Business Administration

Affiliation

Member, National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB)

Technical Skills

Maryland Life Insurance License

iMIS

Epicor

Quickbooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Oracle Reports

YourMembership.com

MyHonorSociety

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