MaryAnn U Okonkwo
Spruce Grove,AB
Summary
Accomplished Payment Coordinator with a proven track record at One Savings Bank, enhancing payment processing efficiency and customer satisfaction. Expert in bank reconciliation and fostering strong interdepartmental relationships. Demonstrated ability to streamline workflows, significantly reduce payment errors, and contribute to successful financial audits. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and known for exceptional organizational and communication abilities. Detail-oriented administrative assistant with experience in customer service, data entry and office management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Payment Coordinator
One Savings Bank
08.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded process improvements for increased accuracy in payment coordination efforts.
- Improved payment processing efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing new software tools.
- Acted as a liaison between the finance department and other teams, ensuring clear communication regarding payment-related matters and fostering strong working relationships across the organization.
- Reduced payment errors by closely monitoring transaction records and conducting thorough audits.
- Contributed to successful financial audits through meticulous record-keeping practices and prompt responses to auditor requests for information about specific transactions or processes.
- Assisted in budget preparation by providing detailed reports on historical payment data for various departments'' resource planning purposes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving payment-related issues.
- Managed high volume of invoices, ensuring timely payments to vendors and maintaining positive relationships.
Business Banking Advisor
Llodys Banking Group
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Met with customers to assess needs and propose customized solutions.
- Provided leadership and direction to grow team portfolio and increase revenue.
- Structured and finalized secured and unsecured loans.
- Delivered exceptional experience and maintained productive relationships with area small businesses.
- Developed and implemented marketing and business plans.
- Provided personalized financial advice, addressing unique needs of business clients across various industries.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and positive referrals.
- Stayed up-to date with latest bank products and services for businesses.
- Verified business transactions to assess compliance with quality control standards.
Junior Accountant
Avon Medical Practice
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
- Prepared journal entries and entered into system using QuickBook.
- Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Managed supplier accounts and built lasting relationships with suppliers.
- Assisted in payroll administration by reviewing timesheets, calculating employee paychecks, and processing deductions for taxes or benefits.
- Managed client billing process to ensure prompt payment, improving cash flow management.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and analyzing financial statements.
- Facilitated communication between different departments regarding expense report approvals, promoting efficient workflow across teams.
- Streamlined accounting processes by implementing efficient data management techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
Birmingham City University
Birmingham UK10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Covenant University
Nigeria07.2018
Skills
- Bank Reconciliation
- Accounts Receivable
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounts Payable
- Deadline-oriented
- Payroll Administration
- Payment Processing
- Customer service and assistance
- Data entry skills
- Microsoft Office
- Excel spreadsheets
- Document coordination
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA), - In View
- Diploma in Leadership Development Training - 07/2018
- Certificate in Leadership Development Training - 07/2017
Timeline
Payment Coordinator
One Savings Bank
08.2022 - Current
Business Banking Advisor
Llodys Banking Group
01.2021 - 07.2022
Junior Accountant
Avon Medical Practice
07.2018 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
Birmingham City University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Covenant University
- Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA), - In View
- Diploma in Leadership Development Training - 07/2018
- Certificate in Leadership Development Training - 07/2017
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