Accounts Payable Specialist

Tracy Stueve

**************@*****.*** 402-***-**** Missouri Valley, IA

SUMMARY

Seeking Accounts Payable Associate role with 21 years of experience in processing invoices, resolving payment disputes, and conducting account reconciliations. Proven expertise in SAP, Service Now, and various AP systems, complemented by strong communication and problem-solving skills. Adept at training new hires and improving efficiency through solution-based thinking and leadership.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Viterra Omaha, NE

Accounting Assistant Oct 2021 - May 2025

• Processed vendor invoices for commodities and freight, ensuring accuracy in General Ledger coding and obtaining necessary approvals.

• Collaborated with Trade Facilitators and Traders to verify the accuracy of load details, such as dates and weights.

• Facilitated timely payment by sending out vendor invoices with appropriate documentation.

• Resolved month-end discrepancies by analyzing accounting spreadsheets and addressing issues with CSX rail accounts to ensure correct billing rates.

Aerotek Professional Services Omaha, NE

Accounts Payable Contractor at Conagra Brands Feb 2020 - Aug 2021

• Researched payment statuses and discrepancies, resolving issues such as payment shortages and duplicates via the AP Help Line and Service Now system.

• Assisted vendors with invoice inquiries and payment status, ensuring accurate account information and resolution of issues.

• Conducted account reconciliation projects, reversed incorrectly posted invoices in the SAP system, and participated in User Acceptance Testing for new Accounts Payable systems. Mutual of Omaha Omaha, NE

Claim Analyst II (Individual Life Claims) Oct 2019 - Feb 2020

• Delivered exceptional customer service through various channels, including phone, email, and written correspondence, to efficiently manage life claims.

• Analyzed and finalized life claim benefits using multiple systems, ensuring accurate processing of checks and correspondence.

• Engaged in daily management activities by participating in team huddles and supporting the implementation of process improvements.

TreeHouse Foods Inc. Omaha, NE

Finance Specialist II 2016 - 2019

• Processed invoices and resolved daily payment disputes by analyzing aged reports and aligning supplier data with internal systems, ensuring timely and accurate payments.

• Reviewed and prepared Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on QAD and TAS, facilitating consistent execution of accounts payable processes.

• Trained new hires to support the successful transition of the QAD Accounts Payable process from Omaha, Nebraska, to Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Hemphill Staffing Omaha, NE

Accounts Payable Contractor Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

• Processed invoices and resolved payment disputes by collaborating with purchasing and sourcing departments to address quantity and rate discrepancies.

• Assisted with month-end close activities by working on journal entries and managing payment entries in the NaVision system.

ConAgra Foods Omaha, NE

Finance Specialist II APS 2009 - 2016

• Analyzed and resolved payment disputes efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing.

• Reconciled aged reports bi-weekly, addressing data discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy and integrity.

• Contributed to the enhancement of business processes by supporting the testing and error correction of invoices within a key project initiative.

Accounts Payable Contractor to Finance Specialist I 2004 - 2009

• Analyzed error reports and resolved rate and billing discrepancies by communicating with carriers, enhancing invoice accuracy.

• Processed and audited accounts payable invoices and expense reports using Walker and Excel systems, contributing to streamlined financial operations.

• Executed yearly tax cycle tasks, including 1099 input and journal entries, supporting accurate financial documentation and compliance.

EDUCATION

Bellevue University

Business Administration, Business Administration

Bellevue, Nebraska

CERTIFICATIONS

Accounts Payable Specialist Certification, ConAgra Agile Project Management Training, ConAgra

SKILLS

Process Accounts Payable (AP) for Private Brand Plant Locations in a Timely Manner • Record, Store, and Analyze Financial Information in Compliance With Laws and Regulations • Research Quantities Received and Pricing Issues on Products and Services; Clear Errors • Collaborate With Internal and External Customers in Person and via Phone

• Train New Hires; Review and Enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) • Leadership With Solution-Based Thinking Focused on Improving Efficiency • Strong Communication, Problem-Solving, and Computer Skills • Microsoft Office (Word, Advanced Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access) • Filebound Invoice System, Z Anywhere Scope System-Feed Ingredients • Oracle Transportation Management System • Tungsten Invoice Network System • AP Help/Resolution Ticket System • Service Now Service Management Internet Based System • Czarlite, SAP R3 ERP, and Sage SalesLogix Web Client • Legacy Systems (CFI, Walker and BPCS) • Citrix Internal Web (QAD, JDE Production, TAS Production, TAP Production, Pasta NAERP) • Multi-Line Phone System • MAL System Capsil, Info CRM System, Life Claims Calculation

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