Authorization Specialist Candidate with Finance Experience

KARLA HARRIS

Gettysburg, PA 717-***-**** ️ ************@*****.***

Professional Highlights:

Resourceful and detail-oriented professional with experience across accounting, medical office, administration, and operations. Skilled in accounts payable/receivable management, invoice processing, and data reconciliation. Adept at maintaining HIPAA compliance by handling patient records and financial information with confidentiality. Dependable, adaptable, and committed to maintaining efficiency and accuracy in every role.

Key Skills:

● A/P & A/R Invoice & Expense Processing Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Reporting

● Office & Administrative Support EMR Documentation & HIPAA Compliance Vendor & Client Relations

● Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Dynamics AX, Epic

● Organizational & Analytical Strength Confidential Data Handling Professional Experience:

Finance Assistant – DCI Management, Gettysburg, PA Feb 2024 – Oct 2025 Hybrid

● Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.

● Reconciled multiple accounts to ensure accuracy in financial ledgers and timely discrepancy resolution.

● Managed accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing, vendor communications, and payment scheduling.

● Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

● Supported internal and external audits with documentation and transaction detail.

● Monitored departmental expenses, performed cost analysis, and recommended process improvements.

● Tracked and reported key performance metrics related to cash flow, outstanding balances, and vendor payment trends.

Reason for Leaving: Departed on amicable terms to pursue new challenges and opportunities where I can maximize impact and growth.

Accounting Assistant – Olympic Steel, Chambersburg, PA Jan 2022 – Oct 2023

● Collected, organized, and analyzed data for monthly financial and management reports.

● Processed Accounts Payable and Receivable transactions, payroll, and employee reimbursements.

● Prepared journal entries and assisted with tax filings and audits.

● Ensured accuracy in vendor invoicing, purchase orders, and payment posting.

● Supported communication between accounting, operations, and leadership.

● Performed monthly credit card and bank reconciliations.

● Provided administrative support to multiple executives. Reason for Leaving: Company restructuring and leadership turnover prompted a search for a more stable environment.

Household Personal Assistant (Bookkeeping) – Self-Employed, Hanover, PA Jul 2021 – Jul 2023 Remote

● Oversaw household bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.

● Maintained organized financial records for multiple household accounts.

● Managed confidential documents and sensitive information with strict adherence to privacy standards.

● Assisted with budgeting, expense tracking, and preparation of financial summaries.

● Handled vendor communications, payments, and service coordination.

● Prepared reports summarizing household expenses and identified areas for efficiency improvements.

● Supported medical record organization, appointment tracking, and insurance documentation. Reason for Leaving: Client relocated out of area.

Accounting Clerk (A/P & A/R) – Carter Intralogistics, Frederick, MD Jun 2021 – Jun 2022 Hybrid

● Processed high-volume vendor invoices with accurate coding to GL accounts.

● Reconciled accounts payable and receivable, resolving discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.

● Assisted with month-end close, journal entries, accruals, and variance analysis.

● Maintained transaction records and supported internal and external audits.

● Reviewed expense reports for accuracy, policy compliance, and timely processing.

● Assisted with implementing process improvements to streamline invoice approvals and payment cycles.

Reason for Leaving: Contract ended when the company relocated and phased out all temp roles. Home Health Coordinator – Self-Employed, Laurel, MD Apr 2018 – Jun 2021 Remote

● Monitored patient schedules, including coordination of home visits, therapy, and medical appointments.

● Maintained HIPAA-compliant records, ensuring confidentiality of patient and family information.

● Created and managed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare providers.

● Prepared and tracked billing, insurance documentation, and payment reconciliation.

● Coordinated communication between patients, families, and medical staff.

● Assisted families with budgeting and logistics for medical supplies and home healthcare needs. Reason for Leaving: Patient passed away.

Medical Assistant – Optimal Digestive Care, Frederick, MD Apr 2017 – Apr 2020

● Collected and recorded patient histories, vital signs, and procedural documentation in EMR.

● Assisted physicians during exams and procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

● Scheduled procedures, coordinated lab testing, and followed up on results.

● Educated patients on medications, treatments, and post-procedure care.

● Maintained HIPAA-compliant medical records and managed referrals.

● Handled patient billing inquiries and submitted claims for processing.

● Assisted with inventory management of medical supplies and office equipment.

● Trained and supported new staff on EMR usage and office procedures. Reason for Leaving: Practice closed due to COVID-19. Physician Coordinator – Gettysburg Cancer Center, Gettysburg, PA Jul 2014 – Apr 2017

● Managed physician schedules, patient appointments, and office workflow.

● Processed petty cash, deposits, and reconciled expense reports.

● Maintained detailed administrative and clinical records.

● Assisted in drafting and updating office policies and procedures.

● Supported staff training and onboarding.

● Coordinated meetings, events, and interdepartmental communications.

● Acted as liaison between patients, physicians, and insurance providers. Reason for Leaving: Transitioned from the role due to changes in the position and work environment. Technical Proficiencies

QuickBooks Online Great Plains Microsoft Dynamics AX Epic Microsoft Office Suite Meditech Medical Mastermind EMR Systems HIPAA Compliance

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