Accounts Payable Operations Analyst

LISA POPADOWSKI

Channahon IL 815-***-**** ********@*****.***

PROFILE SUMMARY

Highly skilled Legal Operations Analyst with over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance, known for working efficiently and accurately under tight deadlines. Demonstrates a strong ability to collaborate effectively within a team or work independently with minimal supervision. Ambitious and self-motivated, with exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills. A quick learner with a dynamic and enthusiastic approach, consistently maintaining accuracy while adapting to new challenges. Possesses a keen eye for detail and a relentless drive to meet and exceed objectives. Proficient in legal billing systems, data analysis, and process optimization, with a focus on improving operational efficiency and supporting legal teams in achieving their goals.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Accounts Management

Policy Implementation

Problem Solving

Budgeting Forecasting

Self-Management

Team Leadership

Client Service

Vendor Relations

Effective Communication

Project Coordination

TECHNICAL SKILLS

PeopleSoft Payables Oracle Systems iManage Software eCounsel Billing McCormick Ledger MS Office Microsoft Excel Data Reporting Invoice Processing Financial Analysis

WORK EXPERIENCE

Legal Operations Analyst 10/2022 to Current

Constellation Energy

Currently reviewing and approving invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Actively onboarding new vendors within the Vendor Maintenance Platform to streamline processes.

Requesting and managing one-time vendor payments efficiently and promptly.

Onboarding contractors and new employees, ensuring a smooth transition into the company.

Running detailed monthly reports and keeping all policies up to date and relevant.

Accounting Consultant Sr. 02/2022 to 10/2022

Navistar Inc. Lisle, IL

Provided expert guidance on complex accounting issues and ensured compliance with regulations.

Analyzed financial statements and offered strategic recommendations to enhance profitability.

Led the implementation of accounting software systems, improving operational efficiency.

Conducted in-depth audits and identified discrepancies, leading to corrective actions.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize budgeting and financial forecasting processes.

Accounts Payable Supervisor 05/2010 to 02/2022

Navistar Inc. Lisle, IL

Managed accounts payable activities for the legal department, including conducting monthly reconciliations of more than twenty client accounts and handling check deposits and processing.

Prepared monthly and annual forecasts, budgets, and accrual submissions.

Routinely reviewed and analyzed a significant volume of invoices for completion, accuracy, and approval.

Corresponded with clients, responding to inquiries and addressing billing and related issues while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Regularly drafted and sent vendor and other reports to senior management, including the operations committee.

Accounts Payable Clerk 08/2000 to 05/2010

Navistar Inc. Lisle, IL

Managed over twenty accounts payable clients for a leading manufacturer of commercial trucks, buses, and engines, generating more than $10 billion in annual revenue.

Collaborated with the legal department to ensure the accuracy and approval of invoices, checks, and deposits.

Oversaw record-keeping and created journal entries as needed.

Efficiently processed a minimum of 500 invoices weekly.

Analyzed financial data and prepared monthly reports for senior leadership.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts: Business Administration, Accounting & Finance 05/2010

American Intercontinental University

Associate of Arts: Accounting 03/2008

University of Phoenix

PORTOFOLIO

www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-popadowski

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