Supply Chain Trade Compliance

Michelle Chairez

San Diego, CA *****

Cell: 619-***-****

Email: *************@*****.***

Support IBM's import/export supply chain and compliance posture. Support all address-related data used in logistics and trade compliance processes. Experience administrative and accounting professional with a strong expertise in cash management, accounting, billing and collections. Diplomatic and tactful, skilled in effective interpersonal interactions. Proven ability to prioritize and remain focused on the essence of an issue, while working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

•Invoicing and Reporting

•Statement Review & Reconciliation

•Monthly & Year-End Closing

•Internal Financial Controls

•Records Management

•Cross-Department collaboration

EXPERIENCE:

01/22-Present IBM San Jose, CA

Global Trade Compliance Coordinator - Import

Responsible for executing and/or controlling processes that support IBM's import/export supply chain and compliance posture. It is responsible for developing, designing, implementing and managing comprehensive import/export compliance programs that facilitate IBM's compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This role responds to changing regulations and business models, and interfaces with controlling government agencies and corporate compliance office/legal personnel and logistics service providers.

US Scorecard Management

Country of Origin

Import Tariffs

Address Work File

Centralized master repository for all address-related data used in logistics and trade compliance processes. It plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and compliant operations across shipping, billing, invoicing, and licensing activities. The AWF team's mission is to ensure IBM's compliance with global trade regulations, provide guidance and support.

creation of Ship-to Codes and maintain data integrity across all address-related logistics operations.

requests related to creation, update, reactivation, or deletion of Ship-to Codes

02/15-01/22 Taos Mountain, LLC., an IBM company San Jose, CA

AR Staff Accountant

Responsible to assist the Accounting Manager with all accounts receivable duties including cash management, client invoicing, collections and billing inquiries. Work closely with internal departments to ensure that accounts are properly billed, collected in timely manner, and vendors are paid on time. Review account/vendor information, correct discrepancies, and speak to customers/vendors as needed. Assist with various levels of financial reporting, month-end/year-end close, and audit preparation.

Reduced A/R Aging from 120 days to under 60 days year over year

Key accounting focal during the acquisition of Taos by IBM responsible for the seamless transition of $1.4 million in accounts receivable to IBM systems

08/14-02/15 Bear Electrical Solutions San Jose, CA

Administrative Assistant/Payroll

Reporting to the Office Manager performed administrative and payroll duties for an electrical construction and maintenance company. Responsibilities included answering multi-line phone system, dispatching service calls, processing weekly payroll, and other general office duties. Maintained employee HR database with new hires, transfers, compensation updates, garnishments, and terminations

02/11-11/13 Pacific Remodelers SD Inc. San Diego, CA

Assistant Office Manager

Assistant Office Manager performing administrative, HR and Accounting duties. Administrative duties included back-up receptionist, inventory and procurement of office supplies, records retention and data entry. Responsible for client account set-up, finance coordination, invoicing, set up of in-house payment agreements, accounts receivable, and banking transactions. Processed weekly payroll, garnishments and maintained HR database with new hires, transfers, and terminations. Audit of employee weekly timecards and calculation and processing of commission for employees on incentive plans.

SOFTWARE:

Proficient in all MS Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Accounting software systems: QuickBooks, Salesforce, Great Plains, Coupa, Fieldglass, Ariba SAP

References available upon request

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