Administrative & Financial Operations Specialist

Lisa Risalvato

Deer Park, NY 631-***-**** ************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Administrative & Financial Operations Specialist with 20+ years of experience in accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), payroll administration, budgeting, and office management. Skilled at reconciling high-volume transactions, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards, and generating accurate financial reporting. Proficient in Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Office Suite. Adept at process improvement, business analysis, and strengthening vendor/client relationships.

Core Skills

Financial Operations: Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Payroll Processing, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Tax Preparation, GAAP Compliance

Business Analysis & Process Improvement: Business Analysis, Process Optimization, Workflow Automation, Billing & Invoicing, Collections, Cash Management

Technical Tools: Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks, CRM Systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Administrative & Management: Office Administration, Vendor & Client Relations, Records Management, Confidential Data Handling

Professional Experience

Leviton Manufacturing – Melville, NY

Accounts Receivable Specialist Apr 2024 – Present

Reconcile $2M+ in daily accounts receivable transactions and manage $10M+ in monthly AD payments.

Apply and upload 820 EDI payments from national accounts including Home Depot, Amazon, and Ace Hardware using Oracle & Excel.

Process ACH, wire transfers, and lockbox transactions with 100% accuracy, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls.

Assist credit and collections by applying customer payments and resolving reconciliation discrepancies.

Independent Florida Life Insurance Agent

Nov 2019 – Feb 2024

- Advised clients on life insurance products, tailoring policies to individual financial and family needs.

- Built and maintained a client base through referrals, networking, and relationship management.

- Explained policy details, coverage options, and regulatory requirements to ensure informed decisions.

- Managed applications, underwriting documentation, and policy servicing with accuracy and compliance.

- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of state regulations and insurance products.

Green & Clean Services – Fort Myers, FL

Senior Administrative Assistant Mar 2023 – Apr 2024

Managed full-cycle accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), payroll, and reconciliations with 100% compliance accuracy.

Processed invoices, employee reimbursements, deposits, and vendor payments, supporting financial reporting and reconciliation processes.

Generated monthly and quarterly financial reports using NetSuite and MS Excel to support budgeting and forecasting.

Strengthened vendor and client relationships through effective communication and timely collections management.

THOS Hair Salon & Spa – Deer Park, NY

Owner/Operator Mar 2006 – May 2015

Directed daily operations, including payroll, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and vendor management.

Oversaw budgeting, tax preparation, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

Implemented business development strategies that doubled client base and improved profitability.

Independent Business Analyst – Consultant

Jan 2006 – May 2015

Provided consulting services for small businesses in accounting, payroll administration, and process optimization.

Developed and implemented billing and invoicing policies, improving cash flow and revenue cycle management.

Analyzed financial performance and delivered recommendations for operational efficiency and cost reduction.

Quality King Distributors – Ronkonkoma, NY

Department Manager Feb 1979 – Jun 2006

Managed inventory, supply chain, and sales operations for national retail accounts including CVS, Walgreens, and Sam’s Club.

Oversaw accounts, purchasing, and vendor relations while supervising warehouse operations and implementing system upgrades.

Streamlined business processes and trained staff in best practices, improving operational efficiency.

Education

Suffolk County Community College – Islip, NY

Deer Park High School – Deer Park, NY

Certifications

NY State Notary Public (In Progress)

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