JAMI L SEVIER

**** *********** *****, **********, ** 27403 (H) 336-***-**** adxvoo@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Seasoned Accounts Payable Specialist with over 14 years of experience in finance settings. Proficient in all facets of accounting reports and account reconciliations. Adept at generating year-end schedules and additional documents for accounting audits.

SKILLS

Complex Problem Solving

Administration and Management

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Reading Comprehension

Speaking

Coordination

Management of Personnel Resources

Time Management

Writing

Customer and Personal Service

Clerical

EXPERIENCE

JUNE 2017 CURRENT

Financial Services Wake Forest Baptist Health Winston-Salem, NC

Internal Audit of travel reimbursement and Employee reimbursements in Concur. Assist with answering calls to the travel & reimbursement phone line. Assist with inquiries regarding expense reports within Concur.

Approve RFP (Request for Payment) transactions in date order. Prior to approving for payment a review on all transactions must be completed. Review transactions for allowable expenses, non-allowable expenses, applicable taxes, correct amount, correct vendor address, correct vendor and ensure supporting documentation is attached. Notify supervisor of any incorrect RFPs so vouchers can be deleted. Communicate with office staff to make them aware of the RFP deletion. Also, responsible for setting up new RFP vendors in PeopleSoft.

Makes changes and updates to existing vendors. Ensure withholding is accurate and up to date on all vendor files so that 1099 reporting is accurate. Maintains working knowledge of withholding. Work with departments within the Medical Center to ensure vendor request forms are completed correctly so there is no delay in setting them up for use.

JANUARY 2015 CURRENT

Senior Manager Eastchester Investments Kernersville, NC

Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.

Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within the restaurant.

Organized special events in the restaurant, including receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons.

Conducted timely performance evaluations for all front of house staff. Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity.

Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to the satisfaction of involved parties.

Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.

Skillfully interacted with external vendors to obtain the best quality in pricing and product.

Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records. Promoted the business through participation in and sponsorship of community events.

Maintained a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents. Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.

Actively participated in ongoing customer service programs to build sales and rapport in the community.

Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.

Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.

Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.

Clearly and promptly communicated pertinent information to staff, such as large reservations or last minute menu changes.

Created fun team building activities to engage staff in up-selling to meet revenue targets. Promoted a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.

Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.

Effectively managed payroll and time keeping, including completion of the proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.

APRIL 2013 DECEMBER 2014

Accounts Payable Specialist National Board for Certified Counselors Greensboro, NC

Full cycle Payables.

Handled the trade payable documentation by reviewing month-end accruals.

Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and record keeping.

Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.

Generated and submitted invoices based upon financial schedule.

Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.

Used advanced software skills to produce high-quality documents, reports and presentations.

Provided extensive clerical and administrative support to department staff.

Trained and mentor new team members and managers on accounts payable systems and policies.

Ensured invoices and check requests for five entities and made sure they were processed efficiently and accurately.

Verified vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.

Disbursed petty cash by recording entries and verifying documentation.

Entered all invoices requiring payment via check or bank draft. Performed administrative tasks such as record keeping, writing correspondence and gathering materials.

Maintained integrity of general ledger, including the chart of accounts.

Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards.

Followed up with customers to collect information and verify details.

Supervised and coordinated assigned audits promptly and professionally.

AUGUST 2010 JUNE 2013

Part Time Manager/Server Carrabba's Italian Grill Greensboro, NC

Monitor employee and patron activities to ensure liquor regulations are obeyed.

Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving, and building maintenance in lodging and dining facilities.

Count money and make bank deposits.

Monitor budgets and payroll records, and review financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted.

Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

Keep records required by government agencies regarding sanitation, and food subsidies when appropriate.

Take dining reservations.

JULY 2012 APRIL 2013

Accounting Clerk @ Ansco & Associates Advanced Personnel Resources Greensboro, NC

HR Support with scanning all personnel files.

Accounts Receivable daily uploading AR files, balancing and releasing batches.

FEBRUARY 2007 JULY 2010

Accounting Division Harris County Auditor's Office Houston, TX

Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.

Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting or other tax requirements.

Maintain or examine the records of government agencies.

Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.

Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.

Provide internal and external auditing services for businesses or individuals.

Process invoices daily.

Internal Audit of Organizations.

EDUCATION

2017

Associate of Arts

Guilford Technical Community College, Jamestown, NC

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