Detail-oriented Senior Accountant focused on improving company financial operations and streamlining processes using effective leadership, planning and decision-making abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
DMS
02.2020 - 07.2024
Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts
Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances
Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes
Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals
Ensured regulatory compliance with GAAP standards by staying current on updates and integrating changes into accounting practices as needed
Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis
Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks
Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
ACCOUNTANT
United Health Group - Optum Health
06.2016 - 12.2019
Worked out of Salesforce and Oracle to set up new vendors, placed stop payments, and reissued checks
Created new invoices through v-look ups and pivot tables
Extensive use of excel
Calculated quarterly pharmaceutical reimbursements for over 2000 clients
Took care of vendor inquiries by email and phone.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTANT
John's Incredible Pizza Co
05.2015 - 04.2016
Conducted full cycle Accounts Payable by reviewing purchase orders, matching them with invoices, and packing slips
Ran aging reports, printed checks weekly, paying vendors in a timely manner
Made utility payments through company websites and paid rent on eleven properties
Set up new vendors, and helped train new employees
Reviewed use/sales tax for accuracy, and paid BOE taxes in a timely fashion
Reconciled food and beverage deliveries from Sysco
Maintained strong working knowledge of tax regulations applicable to accounts payable activities, ensuring compliance at all times
Managed high volume invoice processing while maintaining a low error rate through meticulous attention to detail
Improved vendor relationships through timely payments and prompt resolution of discrepancies
Supported month-end closing procedures with accurate account reconciliations and necessary adjustments
Processed employee expense reimbursements, verifying accuracy of submitted documentation against company policies before approval.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
Byram Healthcare
11.2012 - 03.2015
Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies
Managed high-volume workloads while maintaining a high level of accuracy on all submitted authorizations, showcasing strong attention to detail
Assisted in training new Authorization Representatives, sharing best practices to enhance overall team performance
Conducted thorough reviews of medical documentation for accuracy and compliance before submitting authorization requests
Received patient type change notification and took action necessary to meet third-party payer care and coverage guidelines
Offered patients and physician offices estimated costs for services documentation.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
Apria Healthcare Services
08.2006 - 12.2011
Saved Patient refund data entry by 90% by taking initiative and recommending that we upload all patient information into system instead on manually entering data
Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers
Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication
Matched and mailed checks with proper backup
Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration in Accounting
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Skills
Accounts payable and receivable
Healthcare Accounting
Revenue Recognition
Expense Tracking
Expertise in Quickbooks, MS Office, Great Plains, JD Edwards
Fixed Asset Accounting
Variance Analysis
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Financial Reporting
Journal updating
Accounting oversight
Bank and Credit Card reconciliation
Budget preparation
Data management
Fixed assets review
Timeline
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
DMS
02.2020 - 07.2024
ACCOUNTANT
United Health Group - Optum Health
06.2016 - 12.2019
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTANT
John's Incredible Pizza Co
05.2015 - 04.2016
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
Byram Healthcare
11.2012 - 03.2015
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
Apria Healthcare Services
08.2006 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration in Accounting