Accounts Payable Internal Controls

Georgia Rucker

Memphis, TN ***** 901-***-**** ********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Dynamic Accounts Payable Manager with a proven track record at Power and Tel, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing invoice processing time. Skilled in implementing internal controls and fostering team development, I excel in relationship building and audit support, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.

SKILLS • Account reconciliation

• Accounts payable software

• Onboarding and training

• Team oversight

• Relationship building

• Credit card reconciliation

• Workflow coordination

• Internal controls

• Training and mentoring

• Proficient in software

• ERP systems expertise

• Invoice auditing

• Issue escalation

• Accounts payable expertise

• Bank reconciliation

• Payment scheduling

• Accounts payable

• Workflow management

• Team bonding

• Process improvements

• Audit support

• Vendor relationship management

• Closing management

• Vendor invoicing

• Month-end closing

• Timely processing

• Variance reconciling

• Problem resolution

• Data entry

• Statement reconciliation

• Payment processing

• Performance tracking

• Payment coding

• Vendor engagement

WORK HISTORY ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER 08/2008 to 08/2024 Power and Tel Memphis, TN

Supervised team consisting of six members, focusing on operational efficiency. SENIOR ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 12/2002 to 08/2008

Power and Tel Memphis, TN

Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.

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Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.

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• Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.

• Updated general ledger with latest entries.

• Implemented inventory control measures, minimizing stock discrepancies G R

and ensuring accurate valuation in financial statements. Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.

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Improved financial accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.

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Identified opportunities for process improvement within the accounts payable function, resulting in reduced invoice processing time.

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Supported audit preparation, maintaining organized records for easy access during external reviews.

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Reduced month-end closing time by standardizing reconciliation procedures and automating manual tasks.

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Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.

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• Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting teams. Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.

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EDUCATION No Accounting

MCCC - Community College, Blytheville, AR

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