Accounting Professional

VERA “PENNY” MAHAFFEY

Kings Mountain, NC ***** 704-***-****

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ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL

Compliance Financial Accuracy Process Improvement

Motivated A/P and A/R expert utilizing strong work ethic, organization, and determination to complete projects in a timely manner. Use critical eye for solving problems and employ effective skills in working with vendors, customers, and management. Perform on teams as trusted confidante and valuable contributor. Possess technical proficiency in PeopleSoft software, Hyland Onbase, and Microsoft Office.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS (TIME WARNER CABLE), Charlotte, NC 2003 – 2017

A/P Vendor Maintenance Specialist (2004 – 2017)

Maintained vendor database of over 50K vendors per Sarbanes Oxley guidelines and 1099 regulations. Processed ACH banking information for 6.5K vendors. Assisted in electronic submission of 1099s for 12K vendors. Communicated daily with internal customers and vendors.

Developed processes and procedures manual, supporting departmental training of new hires.

Reduced costs for printing and mailing checks and vendor wait time for payment by increasing number of vendors utilizing ACH payment method.

Served as subject matter expert for new manager and team liaison, helping to familiarize new manager with company procedures.

Earned recognition from leadership by ensuring security and confidentiality in banking information.

Received 6 Total Quality Service Awards by continually going the extra mile to meet deadlines and provide excellent customer service.

A/P Vendor Contact (2003 – 2004)

Researched vendor statements. Answered phone calls and emails from vendors. Resolved issues within timely manner.

Earned management recognition and promotion in less than one year by providing exceptional customer service.

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION, Gastonia, NC, Accounting Clerk

Processed A/P for property management company. Reconciled bank statements, owner reports, and general ledger for 50 properties. Coded checks and deposits for accountant.

EDUCATION

Associates of Applied Science (AS), Accounting

GASTON COLLEGE, Dallas, NC

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