Accounts Receivable Specialist

Samantha Peters

*********@*****.*** 347-***-**** Rockaway Beach, NY

SUMMARY

Seeking Accounts Receivable Specialist role with 28 years of experience in managing accounts receivable operations and collections. Proven expertise in generating AR reports, resolving billing issues, and reducing account delinquencies at Cumberland Packing and Ithaka Harbors Inc. Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Dynamics GP, and financial report writing, with strong organizational and communication skills.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Cumberland Packing Brooklyn, NY

Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist Feb 2020 - Present

•Manage account collections, collaborating with sales and management to expedite the collection process and ensure timely payments.

•Produce and distribute weekly accounts receivable reports for the assessment and review of account statuses.

•Address customer billing discrepancies by verifying information and issuing necessary credit and debit memos.

Ithaka Harbors Inc. New York, NY

Accounts Receivable Specialist Jan 2012 - Aug 2019

•Administered daily operations and recordings of accounts receivable, including handling collections calls and correspondence to ensure timely and accurate processing.

•Resolved client discrepancies and short payments, and provided customer service regarding collection issues, contributing to a reduction in account delinquency.

•Collaborated with sales and senior management to expedite the collection process, ensuring effective communication and follow-up regarding customer accounts.

•Generated weekly accounts receivable reports and conducted related analysis, while managing credit card processing and supporting various departmental tasks.

Pink OTC Markets Inc. New York, NY

Billing & Revenue Specialist Nov 2008 - June 2011

•Prepared and managed invoices, credit and debit memos, and deposits, while posting daily receivables to the general ledger to maintain accurate financial records.

•Contacted delinquent accounts and negotiated settlements, prepared monthly collection spreadsheets, and responded to client inquiries to enhance cash flow and client relations.

Manhattan Protection Systems New York, NY

Accounts Receivable/Payables Coordinator Sept 2000 - June 2008

•Generated accounts receivable reports and contacted delinquent accounts to negotiate settlements, effectively minimizing the risk of litigation.

•Prepared and posted daily deposits, managed credit applications, and processed purchase orders while maintaining accurate inventory and returns tracking.

•Supported company payroll operations and handled invoice entry for weekly payments, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.

EDUCATION

Borough of Manhattan Community College Associates, Accounting

June 1997

SKILLS

Excel • Adage • Great Plains Dynamic • MS Outlook • Microsoft Word • Accpac • Typing 60 w.p.m. • Communication Skills • Microsoft Excel • Data Entry • Analysis Skills • Accounting Software • Microsoft Office • Microsoft Outlook • Account Reconciliation • Sage • Account Analysis • Organizational Skills • Financial Report Writing • Accounts Receivable • Customer Service

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