Jessica R. Feil

**** * ****** ** ********, TX ***02

832-***-**** • ad32r7@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

To obtain a position as a Director, Procurement and Accounts Payable, where my skills and expertise contribute to the success of Pattern Energy Group LP.

Education

Associate of Business Administration in Accounting San Jacinto Community College, Houston, Texas

Bachelor of Science in Accounting Expected Graduation Date December 2024

Employment

Department Business Administrator, University of Houston February 2023 – Present

Plans and manages the department's human and financial resources to support department objectives.

Provides financial accountability and ensures compliance with state, university and external funding agency guidelines; responsible for all administrative and financial affairs of the department, including personnel, procurement, travel, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting-related issues within the department.

Establishes the work assignments of staff and provides guidance as needed; fills vacancies, defines job duties, sets performance goals, and conducts annual performance appraisals; counsels employees and recommends disciplinary action; makes recommendations on promotions and new hires.

Establishes or participates in the establishment of operational and administrative guidelines and inventory controls; enforces safety compliance rules and regulations.

May advise and assist faculty in administrative planning and provide administrative oversight for sponsored research awards from federal, state, foundation and/or private funding agencies.

Serves as the department liaison with Central Payroll, Human Resources, OSP and other department business managers.

Oversees the management and maintenance of database for all personnel and payroll records.

Interprets university policies and procedures for faculty and staff.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Financial Coordinator 1, University of Houston January 2016 – July 2018

Financial Coordinator 2, University of Houston July 2018 – October 2021

Program Manager 2, University of Houston October 2021 – February 2023

Coordinates the financial operations of a unit in a college division. Ensure that all invoices are paid in a timely manner. Financial Reporting System: Updates the department/college internal accounting system in order to provide accurate cost center balances within the system. May serve as liaison to Office of Grants and Contracts regarding financial issues.

Creates and provides financial summary reports for the college or division business manager. Monitors revenue and expenditure budgets. Researches and corrects reconciliation discrepancies with reallocations and journal vouchers.

Trains staff in the preparation of financial documents in compliance with university and college/division policies and procedures. Oversees duties for student workers in the preparation of vouchers, requisitions, SCRs, and travel documents; oversees the filing of financial documents and data entry of related financial information.

Purchasing and Accounts Payable: process purchase orders for faculty, staff, and students via purchase voucher or PO/requisitions. Ensure that purchases are in compliance with state, federal, and sponsored guidelines. Verify funding availability and is allowable. Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures of MAPP and SAM policies of the University of Houston and system, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, HUB vendors, State Use Programs (TIBH), State of Texas Contracts (TXMAS), and Purchasing Cooperatives.

P-Card (local & state): Manage all procurement card activities including purchasing, auditing, reporting and liability clearance. Following all guidelines to ensure cardholder privileges are upheld. Also ensure that all back up documentation is uploaded into PeopleSoft before deadline date.

Contracts Administration: Create and manage contracts in accordance with university contracting policies and procedures. Enters initial encumbrances and adjustments for contracts into PeopleSoft Financial system. Assign numbers, tracking through completion, and maintain file copies. Serves as liaison for contract users and creators within other departments. Performs contract compliance audits and works closely with Risk Management and Legal to obtain and store for future review the appropriate certificate of insurance (COI) proof of insurance coverage by Contractors, suppliers, or other outside parties who will be performing work for or services.

Property Management: Coordinate property inventory for the department, track and manage inventory tags for all state-controlled and capital equipment. Working with the building coordinator to complete tasks for annual inventory reporting.

Client Relations: Creates vendor relationships as necessary to discuss contract verbiage and/or rates to provide the best possible outcome for University purchases. Develops and maintains departmental relationships to provide precise client service and support for p-card program, contract processing and other procurement resolutions

Trained as backup for cash handling function for the unit, including, but not limited to petty cash, gift transmittals and travel reimbursements.

Receives, checks accuracy, and logs packages. Notifies staff and faculty of package receipt. Coordinates freight delivers.

Accounts Payable Associate, Murphy’s Corporate Lodging Houston, Texas January 2014 – January 2016

Supervise one employee

Processed high volume invoices and coded them to the correct G/L accounts

Created checks for daily payments to vendors ($1.5 million monthly)

Prepared rental payments for 690 units and 15-20 subleased units

Reported daily and monthly sales operations to the CEO

Completed special projects reporting for owner

Reconciled cash variances, bank statements, credit card statements, expense reports, and month end closing for A/P

Scheduled services for utilities and acted as liaison for customer service issues

Travel Assistant, University of Houston - Clear Lake Houston, Texas March 2013 - January 2014

Consulted with faculty, staff, and prospective employee candidates and guests regarding all aspects of upcoming trips. Provided information to faculty and staff about University and State policy regarding travel via phone and email inquiries. Handled high level security information regarding state and potential employees. Processed Purchase Orders into PeopleSoft upon receipt of information.

Assisted with creation and re implementation of travel training for all state faculty and staff. Presented travel training and open question and answer sessions. Maintained University website with information regarding travel updates.

Reviewed and addressed concerns of University travelers regarding acceptable receipts and documents concerning travel. Prepared/audited reimbursement vouchers for travel expenses in accordance with all University rules and regulations and state rules and regulations. Entered vouchers into the PeopleSoft for payment processing. Reconciliation of centrally billed account (CBA) to University records, to Citibank billing and to travel agency billing. Reconciliation of open travel commitments and issuance of University credit cards.

Senior Secretary, University of Houston - Clear Lake Houston, Texas May 2012 – March 2013

Customer service: Screen incoming phone calls, handle inquiries from community, resolve problems, database entry (Peopleware), on-site support, fee collections, material distribution, instructor support, and equipment operation

Financial: Reconciliation of cost centers for end of month reporting to business coordinator. Prepare reports (center annual reports, confidential revenue-and-expense statements), process receivable (cash, invoices, aging/collections), prepare purchase requests/vouchers in PeopleSoft 9.1, and any additional paperwork

Routine office duties: Filing, typing, faxing, copying, equipment operation/maintenance, assist with

proof-reading brochures and miscellaneous documents, assist with course materials, and maintain office inventory

Marketing: Email announcements of upcoming programs to previous CAMP attendees with respect to identified topic matter

Seminar preparation: On- and off-site room reservations, food service arrangements, signs, instructor requests, A/V equipment, course materials, room set-up, database related reports/forms, name badges, sign-in sheets, lunch tickets, certificates, etc.

Customer Service Technician, University of Houston - Downtown Houston, Texas November 2008 – May 2012

Process financial aid paperwork for college students using Banner software

Handle security sensitive material in accordance with FERPA, State, and Federal guidelines

Assist college students and parents with the preparation of financial aid documents

Educate students regarding different types of financial aid (grants, loans, work-study, and veteran benefits) through on-campus and off-campus seminars

Greet customers at the front counter, answer questions and resolve minor issues

Supervised, scheduled, and time reporting for seven work-study students

Serve as liaison between customers and Financial Aid staff

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