Analytical, organized and detail-oriented accounting experience. Collaborative team player
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Analyst
Pace Savings and Credit Union
10.2016 - 11.2023
Process accounts payable transactions, including invoices, purchase orders, and cheques
Verify, code, and batch invoices to ensure proper allocation to the correct property and GL code
Prepare weekly payment batches, ensuring compliance with vendor terms and internal approval workflows
Established and monitored online bill payments for utilities, telecommunications, property tax obligations, and contracted services to ensure timely payments and maintain vendor relationships.
Communicate with vendors, managers, and other internal staff to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment inquiries
Reconcile monthly vendor statements, follow up on outstanding items and escalate concerns to the Supervisor, Accounts Payable or Manager, Corporate Accounting
Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for all payables documentation in compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
Support financial audits and client requests by gathering necessary documentation and assisting with reporting
Entered vendor information into accounting system to maintain accurate records.
Preparing and sending Cheques, EFT files
Forward invoices for approval, follow up on outstanding approvals
Investigated and resolved revenue discrepancies, ensuring accurate documentation to support audit readiness and compliance.
Reconcile accrued receivables monthly
Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
Reconcile daily Accounts Receivable transactions.
Reconcile customer accounts to ensure accurate application of payments and prompt resolution of any variances.
Communicate proactively with clients regarding overdue balances, payment schedules, and invoice inquiries; escalate issues as needed.
Assess the collectability of current accounts, reconcile payments and complete account analysis.
Work closely with the customer relations team to manage unpaid invoices according to program policy.
Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies or disputes via phone, email, or mail to secure payment.
Provide auditors with the requested documentation as required.
Responded to incoming calls, offering support and resolving customer issues.
Staff inquires
General ledger, bank account reconciliation
Compiled and analyzed monthly and annual financial reports to enhance understanding of company performance and inform decision-making.
Oversaw five properties held for resale, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
AML -Fintrac
Incoming and outgoing wires
Working with a mid-size credit union (16 branches)
Provide auditors with the requested documentation as required.
Working with a mid-size credit union (16 branches)
Controller
All Trans Financial Services Credit Union
08.1996 - 10.2016
Developed budget plans aligned with company financial goals to facilitate strategic resource allocation.
Monitored transactions for compliance with AML and FINTRAC regulations.
Managed cash order transactions to maintain accurate financial records.
Processed accounts payable transactions, including invoices and purchase orders, using Yardi Voyager.
Reconciled monthly vendor statements and escalated outstanding concerns to supervisors.
Communicated with vendors and internal staff to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment inquiries.
Supported financial audits by gathering documentation and assisting with timely reporting.
Maintained organized filing systems for all payables documentation in compliance with audit requirements.