LISA SIMPSON
CONTACT
*******@*******.***
URGH, PA 15237
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Knowledgeable,
hardworking, and effective
Account Payable Manager
successful at overseeing
efficient and error-free
accounting operations.
Works effectively with
internal team members and
external consultants to keep
billing current and resolve
any concerns. Inputs,
classifies, and tracks
expenses to meet financial
objectives and maintain
current records.
SKILLS
Payment lifecycle
management
SAP
Oracle
Intact
Navision
Series 7 / Series 63
File maintenance
Purchase order processing
EXPERIENCE
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER Jun 2021 Current
MCE Automation, Zelienople, PA
Completed day-to-day accounts payable tasks such as reviewing bills for appropriate documentation, coding transactions, and entering new bills.
Prepared checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers to vendors to meet payment obligations.
Partnered with internal teams to check and improve company's procurement processes.
Reconciled accounts payable aging to general ledger for month-end and year-end close.
Fielded inquiries from vendors, reconciled statements, and tracked trends to effectively manage relationships and performance. Kept accounts payable files current, accurate, and in line with GAAP standards.
Led payables team in processing vendor invoices, credit card activity, and vendor communications.
Helped customers with financial problems using relationship-based approach.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER Jun 2020 Nov 2020
Graham Healthcare Group, Seven Feilds, PA
Responsible for oversight of monthly close process. Prepares various financial reporting requirements for GHCO and joint venture partners.
Weekly check runs, ach and wire.
Prepares journal entries and account reconciliations. Responsible for oversight of daily cash posting and review of month cash reconciliations.
Ensures proper maintenance of accounting records and documentation in compliance with statutory requirements, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, and Company policies. Maintains integrations of various company applications with Intacct.
Oversee of daily tasks of 5 processors.
Improve processes, develop training documents and training. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE LEAD CONTRACTOR Sep 2019 May 2020 Harbison Walker Inc, Moon Twp, PA
Validating 2-way, 3-way match, & Non-PO invoices.
Assuring corporate governance is enforced related to this processing.
Working outstanding PO reports for open–missing invoices-goods L
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Coordinate training
INTERESTS
VOLUNTEER:, Glenfield
Borough Council (1993 -1998)
Glenfield Borough Council
President (1997 -1998) Sacred
Heart 200 Club (2005)
Avonworth Football Assoc
Board Member (2012 -2016)
Red Door (2009 – 2015)
receipts.
Processing freight invoices and inner-company invoices. Identifying Master Data gaps and having supplier maintenance aligned.
Initiate daily & weekly payment released, USD CAD. Coded and processed accurate invoices to obtain timely payments. Researched payment issues and outstanding checks.
Reviewed invoices for required backup documentation and payment approvals.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE TEAM LEAD / TRAINER Jun 2018 Sep 2019 LANXESS Corporation, PITTSBURGH, PA
Responsible for Full-Cycle Accounts Payable processing. Posting large volume of purchase orders/packing slips or GR to vendor invoices in SAP.
Ensure discounts /timely payments of vendor invoices by setting them up for weekly check runs.
Research and resolve discrepancies or outstanding balances on vendor accounts.
Manages monthly closing of AP, any other related duties and assignments as required.
Training in-person or via webcast of procedures and processes. Oversee and manage 4-6 employees, vacation, and work at home schedules.
Investigated and resolved discrepancies during account reconciliation process.
Utilized downtime to perform routine tasks, preventing service delays.
Monitored processes and recommended methods for improvement. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ANALYST Apr 2017 Jun 2018
Westinghouse Electric Company, Cranberry, PA
Reviewed all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
Processed 3-way P.O.
Matching invoices, up to 100 plus line items.
SAP – ARIBA input / reports, responded to all vendor inquiries. Prioritized invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms.
Processed check requests and audited and processed credit card bills Reconciled vendor statements and researched and corrected discrepancies.
Documented accurately, in accordance with policy and accepted accounting practices.
Maintained efficient office operations by offering skilled clerical support to senior team members.
Coded transactions according to internal company system to avoid errors.
Investigated and resolved discrepancies during account reconciliation process.
ACCOUNT ADMINISTRATOR Nov 2015 Mar 2017
Sepro America, Warrendale, PA
Maintained accurate bank reconciliations for customers monthly. Launched and coordinated New Orders/Contracts with the corporate office and sales team.
Coordinated credit approval with the Corporate Credit Manager / Processed New Customer info.
Ensured correct coding of all customer invoices and payments in the ERP system.
Initiated purchase orders and confirmed goods receipt for accuracy pertaining to robot orders.
Maintained and organized support for customer remittances (wire & credit card payments).
Validated equipment, shipments, and invoicing with US customs / port freight.
Managed, reviewed, and delivered client solutions for different needs.
Processed daily invoices and payments to keep accounting records current.
AR ADMINISTRATOR Oct 2009 Nov 2015
Carmeuse Lime & Stone, PITTSBURGH, PA
Collected on accounts by contacting the customer by phone, e-mail, and written correspondence.
Prepared and maintained customer's monthly reconciliation schedules.
Performed tasks that included posting cash receipts, updating cash flow reports, and researching.
Processed and issued credit memo after research had been completed.
Assisted the company's Controller with any projects as assigned. Performed debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets/ SAP databases.
Addressed and resolved non-routine, complex and unexpected variances.
Reduced time, costs, and increased efficiency by introducing new accounting procedures.
Verified details of transactions, including funds received and total account balances.
Reviewed KPIs during meetings and developed performance improvement plans for organizational units.
Directed enterprise administrative operations to facilitate smooth workflow.
Communicated regularly with external and internal customers to understand and meet their needs.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT Jun 2007 Oct 2009
Tudi Mechanical, PITTSBURGH, PA
Applied cash receipts and supplies used on site.
Prioritized accounts and workflow to meet management goals. Communicated work in progress and final collection disposition appropriate CSR.
Prepared monthly reconciliation status reports for management. Coordinated approval processes of accounts payable invoices. Balanced batch summary reports for verification and approval. Investigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts while under tight deadlines.
Supported finance team with new implementations and process improvements.
Reviewed financial statements, reports, and records to identify and correct discrepancies.
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS / ACCOUNTING May 1994 Robert Morris College, PITTSBURGH, PA