Betty-Ann Waite
Fredericton,NB
Summary
Proven Accounts Payable Specialist with a track record of enhancing vendor relations and optimizing payment processes at Accenture. Expert in Microsoft Excel and adept at time management, I significantly reduced payment errors and improved financial compliance. My critical thinking and meticulous attention to detail ensured the efficient handling of sensitive data, fostering trust and long-term partnerships. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
AP ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Accenture
06.2002 - Current
- Received vendor invoices, validated for accuracy and routed for approval to prepare for payment processing.
- Processed daily invoices, check requests and wire transfers of foreign and domestic currency.
- Researched and resolved invoice and payment issues for internal employees and external vendors.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Improved payment accuracy with meticulous invoice review and reconciliation efforts.
- Reduced outstanding accounts payable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment terms.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing efficiently, maintaining a consistent record of timely payments.
- Assisted with annual audits by generating reports and collecting and consolidating invoice information.
- Safeguarded the company''s financial reputation by promptly addressing any payment disputes or inquiries from vendors.
- Identified opportunities and risks in accounts payable process to improve standard operating procedures.
- Provided strong customer service and support to prevent invoice and expense issues.
- Investigated inquiries relating to status of accounts.
- Maintained accurate vendor records, ensuring proper tax compliance and streamlined communication channels.
- Strengthened internal controls by adhering to company policies and procedures regarding accounts payable processes.
- Handled sensitive and confidential documents and information to maintain corporate reputation.
- Facilitated cost savings by identifying duplicate payments and preventing overpayments through diligent invoice reviews.
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving cash flow management.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through timely and accurate payment schedules, fostering trust and long-term partnerships.
- Improved internal controls by developing guidelines for approval of expenditures.
- Optimized payment processes, leading to timely and efficient accounts payable cycle.
- Ensured compliance with financial policies and tax laws through diligent review and processing of expense reports.
- Maintained high level of confidentiality and security in handling sensitive financial information.
- Reduced payment errors by meticulously auditing invoices against purchase orders and delivery receipts.
- Streamlined vendor inquiries and disputes resolution, maintaining positive and professional relationships.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fredericton High School
Fredericton, NB06.1984
Skills
- Invoice Processing
- Payment Scheduling
- Accounts Payable Software
- Bank Reconciliation
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Tax Compliance
- Expense Reporting
- Data Entry
- Entry verification
- Data inputting
- Payment Processing
- Accounts Payable
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Customer Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Purchase Orders
- Critical Thinking
- Data Analysis
- Word Processing
- Handling Confidential Materials
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
AP ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Accenture
06.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fredericton High School
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