Jashan Kaur Benepal
Halifax,NS
Summary
Enthusiastic professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Vistacare Communications
Bedford, NS
05.2022 - Current
- Reviewed and approved invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
- Prepared weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Processed payments to vendors via check or electronic transfer methods.
- Reviewed supplier inquiries and vendor statements and resolved any discrepancies.
- Assisted with month-end closing activities related to Accounts Payable.
- Provided training to other staff on Accounts Payable processes, and developed strategies for overall operations efficiency.
- Performed account reconciliations and generated aging reports to ensure accuracy of data entered into the system.
- Coordinated with external auditors during audits of Accounts Payable records.
- Implemented new software solutions designed to streamline Accounts Payable processes.
- Negotiated payment terms with vendors to maximize cash flow opportunities.
- Matched invoices with purchase orders, audited for discrepancies and coded each according to general ledger standards.
- Liaised with freight and utility vendors to facilitate timely payments, mitigate late fees and increase accuracy.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Participated in subordinates' tasks to facilitate productivity or help overcome difficulties.
- Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.
Accounts Receivable Manager
TMG Logistics Inc
Surrey, BC
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers to ensure timely payment of invoices.
- Maintained accurate records of all accounts receivable transactions.
- Reconciled daily cash receipts and applied payments to the appropriate accounts.
- Prepared monthly aging reports for review by management.
- Conducted credit checks on new customers prior to extending credit terms.
- Monitored delinquent accounts and initiated collection efforts as needed.
- Researched disputed invoice items for resolution of payment delays.
- Performed weekly audits of AR data entry accuracy for errors or omissions.
- Generated monthly statements for clients outlining their current balances due.
- Created detailed reports on overdue accounts for internal use and external reporting requirements.
- Negotiated payment plans with past due customers while ensuring full compliance with company policies.
- Performed day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables' data.
- Facilitated payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
- Completed daily accounts receivable ledger reconciliations.
- Managed AP and AR operations, coordinating staff workflows and reviewing completed work to reduce errors.
- Summarized receivables by maintaining invoice accounts and coordinated monthly transfers to accounts receivable accounts.
- Streamlined operations to achieve new efficiencies, improve on-time collections and reduce invoice processing time by 90%.
Payroll Executive
KTL Transload Inc
Richmond, BC
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Reviewed and verified employee timesheets for accuracy and completeness.
- Calculated wages, including overtime, bonuses, commissions and deductions.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Audited timecards for accuracy and completion prior to submitting them for processing.
- Assisted employees with questions concerning their paychecks or deductions.
- Performed data entry into the HRIS system related to new hires, terminations, transfers, salary changes.
- Processed new employee paperwork and entered information into payroll system.
- Processed and issued paychecks and earnings statements.
- Tracked employee vacation, personal and sick leave earnings and use.
- Confirmed attendance, hours worked and pay rates to properly post information in appropriate records.
- Prepared and balanced end-of-period reports and reconciled payroll issues.
- Recorded adjustments to previous pay-related errors.
- Trained new employees on company timekeeping systems.
- Prepared end-of-period payroll tax returns.
- Provided pay-related information to employees and managers on benefit plans, tax issues and collective bargaining provisions.
Accounting Clerk
Gupta & Associates Accounting Inc
Surrey, British Columbia
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Performed daily general ledger entries to record financial transactions accurately.
- Reviewed banking activity regularly to identify any irregularities or unauthorized transactions.
- Developed procedures to improve accuracy of financial data entry processes.
- Helped company move to paperless system and save substantial printing costs.
- Tracked accounting information accurately, resulting in significant reduction in financial discrepancies.
- Prepared weekly payroll for team of salaried and hourly employees.
- Kept records current and accurate with skilled reconciliations and variance resolutions.
- Reconciled expenses and financial records.
- Supported clerical and administrative needs of senior department staff.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Handled daily cash transactions and maintained petty cash fund.
- Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
Education
Diploma in Accounting -
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, BC04-2018
Skills
- Proficient in QuickBooks, Sage 50 & Jonas
- Advanced Skills in Microsoft Sharepoint, Excel & Outlook
- Invoice Processing, expense reporting & payment scheduling
- Data-entry, record-keeping & bookkeeping skills with an in-depth knowledge of Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Organized and problem solving attitude
- Proven abilities in team management, training, supervision, and leadership
- Capable of managing tight deadlines and large workload while maintaining strong attention to detail
- Over 5 years of experience in various accounting roles
Languages
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Bengali
Full Professional
Gujarati
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Vistacare Communications
05.2022 - Current
Accounts Receivable Manager
TMG Logistics Inc
08.2019 - 05.2021
Payroll Executive
KTL Transload Inc
04.2018 - 02.2019
Accounting Clerk
Gupta & Associates Accounting Inc
11.2017 - 04.2018
Diploma in Accounting -
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
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