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Elsa Neveling

Edmonton

Summary

Accomplished in invoice management and fostering team collaboration, I significantly enhanced financial operations across roles, notably at the District of Tumbler Ridge. My strong work ethic and expertise results in streamlined processes, improved vendor relations, and ensured accuracy in financial records, contributing to more efficient audit preparations and month-end closings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Clerk

District of Tumbler Ridge
01.2023 - 11.2024
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring all transactions were recorded accurately and on time.
  • Accelerated invoice approval times, implemented electronic invoice submission and approval processes.
  • Streamlined vendor payments, ensuring timely financial operations by accurately scheduling and executing payments.
  • Provided excellent customer service when addressing inquiries related to billing or account issues, resolving disputes efficiently and professionally.
  • Managed vendor relationships effectively, negotiating payment terms that aligned with company objectives while fostering positive working relationships.
  • Contributed to the success of audit procedures through diligent document review and preparation.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial records through meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification.
  • Streamlined accounting processes by implementing efficient organizational systems.
  • Followed best practices for managing large quantities of personal financial information, fostering data security and integrity.
  • Helped reconcile bank statements and accounts and maintain accuracy and current records.

Accounts Payable Clerk

IKO Industries
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during peak workload periods while maintaining high-quality results and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
  • Improved vendor relationships through diligent communication and prompt issue resolution.
  • Maintained high level of data integrity by consistently updating vendor information in the system accurately.
  • Trained new team members on accounts payable processes, fostering a productive work environment.
  • Minimized late fees and interest charges by developing efficient system for tracking payment due dates.



Accounts Payable Clerk

Caeserstone Canada
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts payable transactions.
  • Optimized cash flow management with strategic scheduling of payments to vendors.
  • Fostered positive vendor relations, served as primary contact for vendor inquiries and concerns.
  • Accelerated invoice approval times, implemented electronic invoice submission and approval processes.
  • Facilitated smoother end-of-month closings by reconciling accounts payable ledgers.
  • Enhanced team productivity by training new clerks on accounts payable processes and best practices.
  • Reviewed employee expense reports against company policies, safeguarding corporate funds from misuse.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Midstream SuperSpar
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Improved vendor relationships through diligent communication and prompt issue resolution.
  • Supported budget management, monitored expenditures against budget allocations.
  • Enhanced efficiency in invoice processing by meticulously reviewing and matching invoices with purchase orders and receipts.
  • Reduced late payment penalties by closely monitoring due dates and managing timely payments.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts payable transactions.

Accounts Payable Clerk

South African Post Office
04.2017 - 11.2019
  • Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during peak workload periods while maintaining high-quality results and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts payable transactions.
  • Reviewed employee expense reports against company policies, safeguarding corporate funds from misuse.
  • Trained new team members on accounts payable processes, fostering a productive work environment.
  • Aided audit preparation efforts by maintaining organized records and promptly addressing auditor inquiries.

Education

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Management College of Southern Africa, Durban, South Africa
12-2015
  • Graduated cum laude


Skills

  • Accounts payable
  • Invoice management
  • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook etc)
  • Experience with SAP, JDE, Oracle, MAIS
  • Strong work ethic
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Organizational skills
  • Punctual and dependable

Accomplishments

  • Achieved quicker invoice approvals and payments by introducing a paperless AP process.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop a quick and easy vendor reconciliation worksheet for monthly account reconciliations.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

SAP

Oracle

JDE

Microsoft Office

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Finance Clerk - District of Tumbler Ridge
01.2023 - 11.2024
Accounts Payable Clerk - IKO Industries
06.2022 - 10.2022
Accounts Payable Clerk - Caeserstone Canada
11.2021 - 06.2022
Accounts Payable Clerk - Midstream SuperSpar
10.2020 - 03.2021
Accounts Payable Clerk - South African Post Office
04.2017 - 11.2019
Management College of Southern Africa - BBA, Business Administration And Management
Elsa Neveling