Lawrina Brown
Brampton,ON
Summary
Well-qualified Account Receivable Specialist with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Sale Representative
Realty Executives Plus Ltd.
02.2019 - Current
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
- Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
- Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
Junior Accountant
Crown Tax & Accounting
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Prepared journal entries and entered into system using people soft.
- Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries for general ledger accounts.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
- Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
Real Estate Sales Representative
Kingsway Real Estate.
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
- Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
- Generated leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
- Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
Accounts Receivable and Collections Specialist
Brinks Canada
10.2016 - 09.2017
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Followed up overdue payments and payment plans from clients to establish good cash flow.
- Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
- Monitored accounts to verify compliance with payment terms and schedules.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to maximize collections.
- Reviewed accounts on monthly basis to assess aging and pursue collection of funds.
- Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to verify payments and resolve variances.
- Entered client details and notes into system for interdepartmental access and review.
Credit and Collection Analyst
Moore Canada/RR Donnelley
02.2013 - 08.2016
- Reviewed credit reports to comprehensively view borrowers' credit history and identify potential red flags.
- Analyzed credit scores to determine borrowers' creditworthiness.
- Analyzed customer data such as financial statements to determine level of risk involved for extending credit.
- Monitored credit accounts routinely to identify and mitigate issues and prevent losses.
- Assessed credit risk and analyzed financial statements.
- Attended credit-related training and conferences to stay informed about industry trends and developments.
- Conducted presentations to upper management and executive teams for loan recommendations.
- Made decisions and recommendations about extending lines of credit.
Corporate Collections Specialist
Modis Canada
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
- Negotiated to collect balance in full.
- Processed payments and applied to customer balances.
- Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.
- Researched accounts and completed due diligence to resolve collection problems.
- Responded to customer inquiries and provided detailed account information.
- Maintained accurate records of customer accounts, payments and payment plans.
Education
Business Accounting
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Brampton, ONReal Estate
Ontario Real Estate Association College
Toronto, ONAccounting Assistant
Canadian Business College
Mississauga, ONReal Estate
Humber College
Toronto, ON01.2023
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Multitasking
- Self-Directed
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Organizational Skills
- Data Entry
- Research
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Junior Accountant
Crown Tax & Accounting
09.2019 - 06.2022
Real Estate Sale Representative
Realty Executives Plus Ltd.
02.2019 - Current
Real Estate Sales Representative
Kingsway Real Estate.
08.2017 - 01.2019
Accounts Receivable and Collections Specialist
Brinks Canada
10.2016 - 09.2017
Credit and Collection Analyst
Moore Canada/RR Donnelley
02.2013 - 08.2016
Corporate Collections Specialist
Modis Canada
01.2012 - 11.2012
Business Accounting
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Real Estate
Ontario Real Estate Association College
Accounting Assistant
Canadian Business College
Real Estate
Humber College
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