Skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, Dynamics AX, Solomon, GreatPlains, SAP, ERP, AS400/JDE, Oracle, Lotus
Notes, Concur, Atlas, QuickBooks, RNW Technologies; Intermediate HTML
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Summary of Qualifications
Proven team player with ability to motivate
Outstanding dedication to customer service and client relations
Superb time management skills
Ability to adapt to change and work in fast paced environment
Efficient diligent and proficient team leader
Capable of multi- tasking
Possess complete understanding of AP finance
Ensures accuracy and timeliness; manages/monitors aged payables
Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting
Reference
Furnished Upon Request
Employment
4/2016-Present Chemonics
Accounts Payable – Temporary position via Robert Half
General Account Payable duties
6/2015- 3/2016 Owens Consulting & Bookkeeping Services
Accounts Payable Manager
General Account Payable duties
12/16/13- May 2015 American Association of Airport Executives
Accounts Payable Manager
Developed and implemented best practices and process improvements for internal and external customers; including streamlining and standardize internal controls.
Prepare monthly sale tax filings, assist in audit preparations and year end procedures.
Manage month-end, vendor documentation and payment records.
Monitors spending in adherence to budget for Board of Directors annual stipend, Activity Committee allowance and monthly American Express purchases; also provided notated variances.
Process accounts payable; prepare, audit and process invoices, credit/debit adjustments, reimbursement and credit card transactions.
Responsible for check and Ach disbursements.
Assist in reconciling bank statements.
Maintain accurate and up to date records and database.
Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries.
8/2011- 5/2012
Proenza Schouler
Accounts Payable Manager
Prepared monthly Accounts Payable metrics and managed monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensured accuracy of financial statements.
Ensured invoices were properly coded, 3way matched, and entered and posted to correct GL accounts.
Oversaw compilation, analysis, and reporting of Accounts Payable data to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Prepared and entered journal entries and annual 1099’s.
Maintained vendor Master File, checked processing layout and GL account code set up.
Responsible for all remittance via check, wire and ACH.
Developed and recommended policies and procedures to govern payment of company bills in accordance of cash flow and discounts.
1/2008- 8/2011
Marc Jacobs International
Accounts Payable
Audited employee travel and expense and petty cash submissions.
Reviewed and processed invoices, check requests, and payment journal to ensure proper coding and authorization.
Prepared weekly check, ACH and wire runs.
Responsible for electronic transfers for US Customs, Letters of Credit, and commissions.
Analyzed and maintained general ledger accounts.
Prepared and posted journal entries for month end closings.
Allocated Benefit Plan distribution.
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