Billing professional, prepared for overseeing billing operations and ensuring seamless financial processes. Expertise in managing billing cycles and resolving discrepancies to maintain accuracy. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving business needs with precision and reliability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE BILLING SUPERVISOR
CITY BUILDING & ENGINEERING SERVICES
11.2021 - Current
Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Work closely with Operations and Project Managers within the office and out in the field to understand ongoing projects and related financial requirements.
Develop efficient credit and collections processes to ensure balances are resolved in a timely manner.
Cross train with Billing Finance team members on other lines of business to provide adequate Department support.
Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues effectively, and consistently delivering accurate invoices within established timeframes.
Assist with month end close processes as requested -maintaining Committed Costs accuracy and maintenance, WIP reporting review and management of open items, vendor and Project Manager follow up for project status and unbilled invoices.
Developed and implemented improvements to billing system to maximize efficiency, reduce delinquency and increase accuracy.
Worked with multiple departments to check proper billing information.
Boost cash flow by identifying areas for improvement in payment terms enforcement and initiating corrective actions as needed.
Research and resolved billing discrepancies to enable accurate billing.
Perform account reconciliations and resolved variances.
Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, guidance, and support to billing staff members.
Oversaw financial operations, producing invoices, processing payments and preparing deposits.
Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments by enhancing the tracking system and automating data entry tasks.
Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
Enhanced cash application efficiency by streamlining the reconciliation process and reducing discrepancies.
CASH APPLICATIONS AND AR SERVICES SUPERVISOR
UNIFIRST
07.2020 - 10.2021
Ensure accurate and timely Cash Application - Maintain accurate and up to date AR profiled for 160,000 active customers
Manage payments from various sources- Checks, wires, ACHs, credit cards
Interact directly with various depository banks to resolve potential errors that can impact customer accounts
Assist with company's implementation of the new ERP system conversions & centralization
Interact with Senior management as well as other departments such as Treasury, Accounting, National accounts, and the Service Team
Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST
NITCO INC WILMINGTON
08.2016 - 06.2020
Collect on assigned accounts to maintain cash flow and minimize bad debt from various branches
Managing accounts ensuring their kept maintained and cleaned from unapplied payments
Review various reports to ensure all accounts are being reviewed on a monthly basis to ensure collection of aged receivables
Review all open accounts
Initiate outbound phone calling and/or emails for accounts that are past due and ensure contact is made with the respective customer including sending past due notices
Responsible for the follow through on promises to pay and pay arrangements to mitigate company exposure
Process and post payments along with writing off uncollectable dollars with respective authorization to ensure accounts are maintained for accuracy
Keep management and respective branches updated on accounts that require additional assistance in resolving
Ability to identify department process improvements
Process, invoice, and electronically claim all NMHG Fleet & Warranty work orders
Construction Project Manager I at City of Atlanta, Department of Watershed, Office of Engineering Services, Construction Management DivisionConstruction Project Manager I at City of Atlanta, Department of Watershed, Office of Engineering Services, Construction Management Division