SYLVIA S. LOPEZ
Katy, TX 77449
**************@*****.***/ 832-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Dynamic Sr. Administrative Assistant with over a decade at Kinder Morgan, Inc., excelling in a high volume of accounts payable. Expertise in vendor invoice matching 2-way/ 3-way. High-volume financial transactions from ACH/Wire. Proven track record in GL Reconciliation, New Vendor entries. Acquired into various accounting software with ease as changes were made within the ERP system.
Detail-oriented and dedicated team player, adept at managing sensitive information while ensuring confidentiality and eƯiciency in all tasks. Scheduling Microsoft calendar meetings on or oƯ Teams and event planning and meetings. Maintained a high level of professionalism and eƯiciency. SKILLS
Expense reporting
Accounting AR & AP proficiency
Data Entry/ 10-Key by touch
Excel/ PowerPoint/ MS Word / MS Outlook
QuickBooks / JE’s/ Maintain Monthly/ Quarterly / YE Reports
Filing/ Scanning/ Coping/ Fax/ Teams Meeting Platform WORK HISTORY 06/2007 – 06/2012 Kinder Morgan, Inc. – Houston, TX Account Payables Dept. 2007-2012
Accounts Payable/ Data Entry into Lawson Unix Classic / Paws 2/ File Trail/ Ariba
100% payment accuracy and adherence to internal control policies.
Coordinate new vendor onboarding.
Reconcile complex vendor statements and lead process improvement by implementing an electronic file record in content management ERP systems, reducing document retrieval time by 30%.
06/2012 – 04/2024 Sr. Administrative Assistant
Facilitated cross- departmental meetings, enhancing communication flow and project coordination across team personnel.
Maintained rigorous expense reporting and travel logistics records, auditing all entries against company policies to ensure cost-eƯiciency and budget alignment.
Served as a backup point to the Surety Bond department as needed, as well as other departments as required.
Managed sensitive information with utmost discretion; always maintained confidentiality.
Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering a strong working relationship with colleagues across the Risk Management Department. 10/2004 - 11/2006 Break-Away Construction Co. – Houston, TX Accounting/ Bookkeeping Assistant
Updated the accounting ERP system to QuickBooks for smooth accounting with accuracy.
Assisted in the recruiting process for new hires and scheduling interviews. Established communication channels with vendors to resolve outstanding issues before end-of-month reporting.
Bank monthly reconciliation. JE entries as needed to uphold report accuracy within the GL before month reports.
05/2004 – 10/2004 Pinto Ranch – Galleria Area
P/T Sales Associate
Sales Associate specializing in women’s clothing and apparel.
Provided as a backup for registering and closing as requested.
Achieved the status of top sales associate for 3 months in a row.
Occasionally assisted in the accounting department as needed. 07/1992 – 03/2004 Texas Marine Agency, Inc.
Assistant Manager/ Accounting Department
Implemented an ERP system, QuickBooks Pro for easier class reporting
A/R & A/P data entry processing of high-volume entries.
Expense reporting on a timely basis and adherence to company policies.
Streamline vendor communication to address inquiries eƯiciently, building a strong professional relationship.
Helped maintain monthly, Quarterly, and Y/E financial reports, and coordinate with the company CPA.
Education: Stephen F Austin Sr. High
Certified – Texas Commission Notary
Real Estate License – Working on it