Strategic, analytical, and results-driven Accounts Receivable and Credit & Collections professional with a 10+ year accounting
career specializing in AR processing, invoicing, collections, and reconciliation. Known for strategic thinking, analytical skills, and
consistently achieving goals through effective financial management and client relationship building. Strengths in optimizing cash
flow, reducing account delinquency, and improving processes to enhance overall efficiency and profitability.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Analysis Contractor
Mega Brand
Saint-Laurent
04.2022 - 10.2022
Create production forecasting plans utilizing Excel and input from the production management team
Assisted the Planner and Finance in the transition process by updating the tooling report for the disposal of fixed assets
Conducted detailed analysis and generated insightful reports on inventory trends, production outputs, and finished goods availability, facilitating informed decision-making for leadership teams
Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of inventory strategies with production schedules and sales forecasts, resulting in enhanced supply chain coordination and reduced lead times
Senior Accounts Receivable
Tarkett Sport, Saint
04.2020 - 04.2022
Diligently reviewed aging regularly for any problematic accounts and billings variance for the US Landscape market
Implemented proactive AR strategies by emailing statements weekly and contacting customers to follow up on past due invoices, ensuring timely payments and reducing outstanding balances
Met weekly with US sales reps and managers to assist with collections of past due accounts, utilizing their relationships with customers to educate them on payments owed to return accounts to active status
Monitored and documented all critical accounts receivable transactions; prepared reports, including receivable summary, checks received and outstanding Balance
Reconciled and processed credit card transactions daily, demonstrating a keen eye for detail to resolve data discrepancies
Thoroughly reviewed and assessed the creditworthiness of both existing and prospective customers, providing insightful recommendations to mitigate risk and support informed decisions
Production Planner
Mega Brand
Saint-Laurent
04.2015 - 04.2020
Expertly developed production schedules and maintaining an inventory of raw materials and finished goods, focusing on adequate counts available to meet manufacturing and customer requirements
Worked closely with the China team to communicate with vendors to ensure the timely shipping of raw materials to the
Canada warehouse, delivering a record of timely procurement and minimal operational downtime
Analyzed and updated the US and Canada Distribution Center finished goods inventory to ensure sales orders meet customer demand
Adjusted and modified planning schedules to accommodate rush orders and new product launches, resulting in increasing customer satisfaction and business loyalty
Credit & Collection Analyst
Mega Brand, Saint, Laurent
08.2010 - 04.2015
Oversee a portfolio of US Commercial accounts, responsible for managing collection activities, consisting of calls and
written correspondence, while maintaining positive client relationships to return accounts to current status
Maintained, analyzed, and assessed the creditworthiness of customers which included verifying three supplier references
to determine the credit limit
Partnered with customers such as Toy R’ US and Walmart in using Dun and Bradstreet to determine the credit limits
Expertly downloaded and reviewed AT aging reports daily, ensuring accurate verification of past-due invoices and
upcoming payment schedules
Implemented efficient tracking systems to monitor payment deadlines and streamline the accounts receivable process,
resulting in improved cash flow and reduced instances of late payments
Emailed statements and invoices to customers for remittance details to update their accounts
Reviewed bad debt journal entries to close out the month for timely financial statement reporting
Reconciled month-end accounts receivable ledger and sent it to management for review
Staff Accountant
Time Warner Cable
04.2007 - 08.2008
Managed credit card and bank reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations in
preparing and posting journal entries for month-end close
Conducted detailed statistical analysis and reporting for subscription services, providing insights to optimize revenue
streams and customer retention strategies
Financial Operations Associate
SW Bach & Company
Port Washington
12.2000 - 02.2007
Performed daily monitoring and reconciling of trade orders, inventory, and customer accounts
Prepared various journal entries from the monthly clearing settlement report
Processed daily accounts payable and recorded revenue to develop daily financial statements and net capital
Assisted in month-end closing and reconciling balance sheet and revenue accounts
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