Kim Furlong
Plate Cove East,NL
Summary
Proven Payroll Administrator and Accounts Payable/Receivables Manager with a track record of enhancing financial processes at PineRidge Logging Inc. Excelled in payroll processing, reducing errors by meticulous data review, and improved accounts receivable efficiency for faster payments. Skilled in teamwork and critical thinking, consistently delivering accurate, timely financial solutions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Administrator
PineRidge Logging Inc
Whitecourt, AB
10.2012 - Current
- Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using Loggers Edge and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Reduced errors in payroll calculations with meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 140 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Managed accurate records of employee time off, leave balances, and attendance for precise pay calculation.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing employee inquiries about their paychecks promptly and accurately.
- Submitted reports on payroll activities.
- Ensured timely salary disbursements for employees, maintaining strict adherence to company policies and deadlines.
Accounts Payable/Receivables Manager
St. Joseph School
Whitecourt, AB
05.2004 - 10.2013
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall financial processes within the organization.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive procedures manuals for accounts payable/receivable operations, ensuring consistency and compliance with company policies.
- Maintained accurate vendor records by regularly updating contact information, tax identification numbers, and payment preferences in the accounting system.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating favorable payment terms and resolving disputes promptly.
- Oversaw month-end closing activities, ensuring timely preparation of financial statements for management review.
- Served as a key resource for management in decision-making processes by providing timely, accurate financial data and insights on account balances and cash flow trends.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Managed invoices for new materials and parts.
- Produced month-end closing reports and provided actionable suggestions on remittance for quick resolution.
- Oversaw bookkeeping and accounting systems and entered data into systems accurately.
- Streamlined the accounts receivable process for faster payments and reduced outstanding balances.
Education
No Degree - Accounting And Finance
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Whitecourt, AB05.2004
High School Diploma -
St. Mark's School
King's Cove, NL06.1989
Skills
- Payroll Processing
- Maintaining employee records
- Timekeeping Management
- Payroll Auditing
- HR Support
- Bookkeeping skills
- Payroll Adjustments
- Employee Onboarding
- Wage Verification
- Resolving discrepancies
- Data review
- Teamwork orientation
- Expense reimbursements
- Benefits Administration
- Data Entry
- Critical Thinking
- E-Mail and Telephone Communication
- Paperwork Processing
- Employee Relations
- Customer Service
- Dependable and Adaptable
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Payroll Administrator
PineRidge Logging Inc
10.2012 - Current
Accounts Payable/Receivables Manager
St. Joseph School
05.2004 - 10.2013
No Degree - Accounting And Finance
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
St. Mark's School