Accounts Payable Business Administration

DeEdra Bogner

440-***-**** ********@*****.*** North Ridgeville, OH 44039

Professional Summary

Results-driven professional with 15+ years of experience in Accounts Receivables and Payables. I am a collaborator who is solution- oriented and thrives in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to process invoices accurately, manage relationships, and ensure timely payments and collections. Skilled in reconciliation, identifying control weaknesses, and maintaining compliance within complex financial environments.

Skills

Technical & Analytical Tools: SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Office, Financial Analysis, Strategic Problem Solving Power Skills: Communication, Time management, Adaptability, Teamwork, Critical thinking, Empathetic Professional Experience

Nordson Corporation, Amherst, OH

Treasury Specialist March 2023 – Present

Monitored a $3 billion portfolio's daily cash positions using banking platforms and Excel models, maintaining an average daily cash balance under $500.

Optimized the cash management process for global subsidiaries by implementing automated reporting tools and standardized documentation, reducing reconciliation time from 5 hours to two.

Reviewed, approved, and processed payment exceptions to minimize errors and ensure timely payments.

Collaborated with internal audit to address control weaknesses and maintain compliance.

Reconciled monthly statements, invoices, and expense accounts, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records. Invoice to Pay Specialist April 2018 - March 2023

Processed daily invoices using 3-way match and managed check requests and wire transfers with 99% on-time processing.

Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information.

Entered high volume inventory and non-inventory data using SAP system.

Validated, coded, audited, and reconciled invoices to ensure accurate records.

Optimized supplier payments by leveraging discounts, saving 5%.

Created and maintained W9/W8 tracking database for federal ID verification and 1099 preparation.

Improved vendor satisfaction by 25% through prompt issue resolution.

Addressed vendor disputes and inquiries to protect the company's financial reputation.

Reconciled accounts to improve credit limits.

Generated accounts payable month-end reports.

Reconciled invoices, deductions, wire transfers, checks, and buyer issues.

Participated in continuous improvement projects.

Implemented internal and external audits to adhere to compliance policies.

Ensured that invoices complied with corporate policies, government regulations, and ethical guidelines. DeEdra Bogner

Invacare Corporation, Elyria Ohio.

Customer Service Complaint Specialist December 2013-April 2018

Classified risks and submitted complaints for FDA review.

Managed seventy daily customer transactions including quotes, orders, and equipment repairs.

Processed returns per policy

Resolved conflicts and built customer relationships using interpersonal skills. Financial Services Specialist, Billing and Collection Specialist February 2006- December 2013

Conducted credit and financial risk analysis using D&B, credit reports, and financial statements to establish purchasing limits up to $500M.

Trained three billing and collection clerks on invoices and order processing in Bonafide ERS.

Authorized placement of accounts for bad debt collections over $500.

Oversaw medical billing for the $1M Rental Division, including direct and insurance billing.

Balanced revenue with billing to identify missing items and resolve billable discrepancies.

Managed tax rate database to aid in preparing monthly tax summaries for corporate tax analysts.

Processed credit card payments and resolved related issues.

Timely and accurately processed cash receipts (lockbox, checks, wires).

Resolved account balances, including unapplied cash, credits, refunds and invoice adjustments.

Resolved customer account discrepancies, negotiated Legally binding agreements.

Developed software validation scripts for OnBase automation implementation project.

Reduced the Aftermarket portfolio from 120 DSO to 56 DSO and maintained this rate.

Improved the current AR balance rate from 64% to 85% on a $2.1M portfolio.

Reduced 90+ day balances from 20% to -1%.

Managed international portfolios concerning wire transfers and letters of credit.

Maintained and updated customer database and account history for 250-2000 customers.

Managed cross functional relationships to streamline processes, resolve customer disputes. Treasury Clerk June 2005- February 2006

Managed cash applications for both domestic and international customers, handling transactions totaling over $700 million annually.

Initiated, coordinated, and authorized overseas wire payments and letters of credit up to $15 million.

Processed all cash and credit card payments efficiently. Accounts Payable Specialist May 2003-June 2005

Resolved pricing, quantity, and term discrepancies for 2000 invoices monthly.

Implemented internal and external audits to ensure compliance.

Worked with purchasing and vendors to maintain merchandise flow.

Processed payables for Chapter 11 bankruptcy compliance

Validated payment runs.

Education

Tiffin University – Tiffin, OH. Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

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