Enthusiastic, versatile top performer with over 15 years of financial experience, including 9 years working in the professional services industry. Background includes accounting training with a concentration in Accounts Payable. Excels in fast-paced, high-volume, multi-entity, deadline-driven environments requiring careful attention to detail, organization, execution, and follow-through. Possesses a strong business acumen with analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional natural leader and hands-on team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Successfully coordinates teams and manages employees, implements new procedures and business process improvements. Works well with management, colleagues across departments, and clients of varied educational, social, and economic backgrounds and temperaments. Maintains a professional demeanor at all times and uses discretion in handling confidential information. Demonstrated record of success in the following:
• Supervise Accounts Payable Team:
• Manage and lead a team of accounts payable professionals.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to team members.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback.
• Accounts Payable and Expense Processing:
• Review, input and approve invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payments to vendors.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Billing and Accounts Receivable Processing:
• Oversee the process of preparing and sending client invoices generated from WIP Reports.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Coordinate with auditors, consultants, engagement managers and partners to resolve billing issues.
• Apply payments to outstanding invoices accordingly.
• Financial Reporting:
• Prepare and analyze reports related to accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Provide management with regular updates on cash flow, aging reports, and other relevant financial metrics.
• Compliance and Policies:
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Vendor and Customer Relations:
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Address inquiries and resolve any disputes related to accounts payable.
• Collaborate with customers to address billing inquiries and discrepancies.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and technological advancements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with other departments such as project management, operations, and sales to ensure seamless financial operations.
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