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Monica Riddell

Langley,BC

Summary

Finance professional with comprehensive knowledge of accounts payable operations, encompassing invoice processing and vendor management. Known for exceptional attention to detail and reliability in meeting deadlines. Team-focused collaborator who adapts to changing priorities and ensures optimal financial accuracy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Specialist

Copperleaf Technologies
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Demonstrated adaptability during peak workload periods while maintaining high-quality results and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Maintained compliance with internal controls and external regulations related to accounts payable processes.
  • Trained new team members on accounts payable processes, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements. Prepare credit card reconciliations, journal entries, A/P aging summary report and A/P Accruals.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Copperleaf Technologies
11.2020 - 06.2024
  • Processed and entered all A/P invoices, credit memos, payments into ERP system, including ensuring correct GL Account coding
  • Prepare vendor payments weekly by EFT and Wire Transfers and ensure bills are paid in efficient and timely manner.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Updated vendor information regularly, ensuring accurate contact details and banking information for prompt payments.
  • Reconciliation of vendor statements
  • Assisted in month-end closing procedures, including ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements and journal entries.

Junior Accountant

Clearwest Solutions - Authorized Telus Dealer
04.2019 - 10.2020
  • Supported inventory control measures by performing physical reconciling discrepancies.
  • Commission Reconciliations, including ensuring billing is accurate and investigate any discrepancies.
  • Preparation of daily gross profit reports.
  • Enter daily cash receipts into ERP system, ensuring accuracy.
  • Improved relationship with Telus through diligent communication and prompt issue resolution

Payroll/Accounting/Administrative Assistant

Mill & Timber Products Ltd.
07.2016 - 04.2019
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Generated and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Processed A/P payments and documents such as invoices, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
  • Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
  • Streamlined accounting processes by implementing efficient administrative support and organization techniques.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
  • Assisted finance department as backup for A/P, A/R and reception

Accounts Receivable and Billing Specialist

Webtech Wireless
05.2012 - 04.2015
  • Prepared and mailed approx. 1300 invoices/credit memos per month to customers, and documented account updates.
  • Negotiated settlements with delinquent account holders, securing favorable outcomes for both parties and reducing overall write offs.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries about their account status or billing concerns, building strong, long-lasting relationships.
  • Processed cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received. 400-450 checks per month.
  • Contributed to month-end closing procedures by preparing detailed accounts receivable aging reports for management review.
  • Assisted finance department as backup for A/P
  • Proactively identified potential issues in accounts receivable processes and recommended solutions for improvement, leading to enhanced operational efficiency.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Toyo Pumps North America Corp.
05.2010 - 05.2012
  • Managed full cycle A/P, including weekly check runs, wire transfers, coding, PO matching with approx. 1000 invoices monthly.
  • Processed inventory receipts with weekly cycle count and adjustments
  • Month end reconciliations, including analysis of GL accounts, and issuing month end reports to support the finance department.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Performed backup reception

Education

Accounting Certificate Program

Douglas College
New Westminster, BC

Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Software proficiency which include; JD Edwards, Autopoint, Timberline, Quickbooks, Windward, Accpac, Syteline, Sales Logics, MAS, SAP Concur, and Netsuite
  • Payment Processing
  • Invoice Processing
  • Administrative Support
  • Excellent communication, both verbal and written
  • Team player
  • High accuracy and attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Positive attitude
  • Quick learner and adaptive to change

Accomplishments

  • Transitioned corporate cell phone accounts (US and CDN) to a business plan, saving the organization approximately $12,000 annually.


  • Exceeded in monthly collection targets, including collecting written off debt from 6 years old to current aged balances.

Languages

English

Timeline

Accounts Payable Specialist

Copperleaf Technologies
07.2024 - 10.2024

Accounts Payable Clerk

Copperleaf Technologies
11.2020 - 06.2024

Junior Accountant

Clearwest Solutions - Authorized Telus Dealer
04.2019 - 10.2020

Payroll/Accounting/Administrative Assistant

Mill & Timber Products Ltd.
07.2016 - 04.2019

Accounts Receivable and Billing Specialist

Webtech Wireless
05.2012 - 04.2015

Accounts Payable Clerk

Toyo Pumps North America Corp.
05.2010 - 05.2012

Accounting Certificate Program

Douglas College
Monica Riddell