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JOE PANTOJA
OBJECTIVE Analytical accounting specialist with extensive experience in accurate reporting, full cycle accounts payable and full cycle accounts receivable. Instrumental in streamlining processes to enhance productivity and maximize financial control. SKILLS &
ABILITIES
ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365, Vista, AS400, Profit Key)
Proficient in Microsoft office suite
Contract negotiations
Self-motivating
Strong Organizational skills
Efficient multi-tasker
Project scheduling
Leadership
Business process improvement
Adaptability
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Time management
Type -65-70 wpm
Bilingual English/Spanish
EXPERIENCE
July 2022-Present
Accounts Payable Analyst-Duly Health & Care
Process invoice upload files, analyze EDI exceptions, run queries, analyze data, and provide resolution to complex vendor questions and issues.
Recommend and execute corrective actions.
Produce timely/accurate payment runs for Checks, EFT and Credit Cards (Weekly/ad hoc).
Provide research and support for external audit reviews (Annual)
Participate in various Accounts Payable projects to enhance AP system and business processes for efficiencies and controls.
February 2021-June 2022
Accounting Representative-Allen Lund Co.
Review high volume of carrier invoices, identifying and resolving billing issues.
Communicate necessary issues with involved parties which may include discussions with internal Carrier Sales and Customer Sales reps.
Identify the appropriate course of action required for resolution and educate all parties involved to prevent a recurrence.
Build and maintain strong relationships with our carriers through timely communication and accuracy of information delivered.
Monitor the team email and fulfill requests promptly, utilizing professional and thorough communication skills.
Ensure customer-specific billing requirements are met including online portals and EDI.
Process incoming customer and vendor inquiries and requests.
Maintain professional communication with customers and carriers through phone and email. January 2019-January 2021
Accounts Payable, Billing and Cash Application Specialist – Henricksen & Co
Print and segregate credits, discount/terms A/P invoices.
Diplomatically respond to past due emails from vendors.
Check cost verification report for billing errors, convert entries into accounts payable.
Scan and electronically file A/P and expense invoices.
Enter expense invoices, generate check runs, ACH payments, and attain signatures from management.
Distribute A/P invoice discrepancies and follow up with resolutions.
Review, post and electronically file cash receipts, dealer fees and wire payments.
Review and post billing batches.
Enter vendor prepayment deposits and related balance notes into the system.
Analyze, review, and resolve back-order report balances. April 2018-October 2018
Accounts Payable/Receivable Analyst – Elemech Inc.
Process daily cash receipts.
Process credit card payments.
Approve and code A/P invoices for payment processing.
Approve expense reports.
Process weekly check runs.
Analyze A/R balances and make collection calls to ensure balances are current. 2011-April 2018
Senior Accounts Payable Analyst-Overton Chicago Gear
Oversee and process high volume accounts payable for multiple locations in a fast-paced environment.
Matching, batching, coding, and posting of over 200 invoices per week/ ($4M) month.
Bi-weekly check run processing consisting of over 250 checks.
Reconciling vendor statements.
Reconcile sub ledger to G/L.
Diplomatically resolved vendor payment complaints on an as-needed basis.
Accrual processing.
Month end closing processing.
Filing of unpaid and paid invoices.
Partnering with the Procurement department, ensured contract pricing remained consistent.
Issued daily shipments report.
Assisted in internal and external audits.
Assisted in cost accounting analysis.
Assisted Controller with miscellaneous projects.
Assisted in weekly payroll.
2010-2011
Accounts Receivable specialist - Overton Chicago Gear
Apply and oversee cash applications.
Review A/R balances and make collection calls to ensure balances remained current.
Analyze, prepare, and distribute weekly/monthly A/R reports.
Assisted in external and internal audits
Responsible for processing credit reports and verification of references. 2008-2010
Purchasing Agent / Receiving Clerk- Overton Chicago Gear
Negotiate purchases to ensure lowest cost consistent with company budget.
Receive and record raw material goods into system.
Collaborated with warehouse staff to list expected deliveries.
Maintained accurate records and assisted in inventory control.
Prepare purchase order requisitions and verify specifications and pricing.
Follow up with suppliers, monitor and expedite orders.
Authorize payment of purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
Assisted in yearly inventory goods audit.
EDUCATION
Robert Morris University
St. Rita of Cascia High School
LANGUAGES English/Spanish
REFERENCES Available upon request