April Marie S. Email and Phone Number
Driven and versatile professional with over 20 years of experience in the shared financial services in the area of Leadership & management of Accounts Payable (AP) accounting functions including people, processes, and technology, I can bring 20+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable: 17+ years in the government subcontractor sector, with 2 years in the Senior Living Management. In addition, I have over 2 years’ experience as a Tier 2 IT Support Specialist. This unique experience allows me to bring a unique skill set that has allowed me to continuously progress in my career. I have acquired a cumulative responsibility in staff development, instructional design, and program administration seeking to take next career step with in this respected organization. Extremely motivated to cultivate my skills in content development, creation of learning programs and initiatives, and leveraging learning solutions to achieve education goals. And I am extremely motivated, driven and eager to be mentored and developed to foster these existing skills and continue to build on my existing knowledge base so I can continue to propel myself forward in my career. I have demonstrated success in presenting information to learners using a variety of adult centric instructional techniques and formats such as lecture, facilitated self-paced programs, simulations, role-playing, individual and group exercises, etc. Facilitated learning opportunities for new & existing employees to deliver technical, soft skill, compliance, and customer service training through employee on-boarding, continuing education, and ad hoc lessons. Assess development opportunities through observation, surveys, quality and skill assessments, and calibration with leadership, make recommendations to support continual improvement for our communities for Accounts Payable including payment and T & E processing. I foster a learning environment that promotes the value of continuous improvement, always supporting the value employees offer and incorporate the organization’s values in all staff development practices and interactions. And I pursue training and development opportunities and strive to continuously build knowledge and skills, to share expertise with others.
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Technical Support ConsultantVarious Companies Aug 2022 - PresentGreenwich, Ct, UsConsultant (Various Clients)Freelance Professional : Accounting, Admin & Business Support 2022 to 2023• Utilized my expertise to provide Accounting, Operational & Administrative support to various clients & small businesses• Assist with processing payroll for various small companies utilizing PayPal & other electronic payment methods. • Collaborated with associates & clients both domestic & abroad.• Maintained accounts receivable functions including vendor setups, billing, collections, payment processing vendor inquires and account reconciliations. • Managed the full cycle of accounts payable, Verify and reconcile processed entries by comparing system reports to balances• Remit payment to vendors correctly and in a timely manner to maximize discount opportunities• Perform administrative and clerical tasks including, but not limited to, data entry and ad hoc reporting. Maintain accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions• Maintain vendor accounts; reconcile monthly statements and related transactions• Disburse petty cash by recording entries with verified and approved documentation• Manage high-volume invoice and purchase order entry (on average 400 invoices per week)• Acted as a backup to provided Tier 1 IT support for clients when we were understaffed . • Managed Ticketing system to address, maintain & track client issues. • Analyze processes and procedures; identify areas of opportunity to streamline processes• Protect company assets by maintaining confidentiality of proprietary information• Issue 1099-Misc to appropriate vendors• Responsible for ensuring all cash was deposited to the bank, and maintained daily cash report• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support team to reach common goals• Engage in ongoing educational opportunities to grow job knowledge -
Lead Accounts Payable ProcessorBrightview Senior Living Jul 2019 - Aug 2022Baltimore, Md, Us• Adherence to all departmental policies and procedures and desktop processes• Ticketing system queue management• Analysis and recommendations of process improvement and efficiencies • Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals• Travel expense report review with a concentration on employee travel and expense report review, verification, documentation substantiation, and processing• Voucher processing, review & posting• Vendor setup, including validation and analysis.• Associate payee list management • Cash disbursement management, ensuring timely payments of vendor invoices and expense vouchers and maintains accurate records and control reports.• Collaboration with manager and other departments• Vendor inquires, research, and review• Problem solving• Special projects as assigned -
Accounts Payable ManagerMclean Contracting Company Apr 2019 - Jun 2019Glen Burnie, Maryland, Us• Overseeing routine department activities: disbursing checks and processing invoices, to ensure thatthey are completed accurately and on time.• Maintaining accurate and complete financial client records and database.• Compiling, analyzing, and reporting financial information to management & government agencies• Setting and facilitating the achievement of department objectives.• Developing, implementing, improving, and enforcing budgets, policies, and department controls toincrease accuracy and efficiency.• Building and maintaining relationships with employees, clients, vendors, and lenders. -
Accounts Payable SupervisorKokosing Jun 2017 - Apr 2019Westerville, Ohio, Us• Review expenditure expense reports for proper authorization and precision• Reform and execute operations and processes• Ensure accuracy in daily invoices and meet time limits• Serve as contact for resolving complicated billing systems• Build solid relationships across all units at various accounting levels• Ascertain the accuracy of accounts payable standard files and the accounts payable integrations tothe general records• Participate in creation and interpretation of enhanced finance related methods to ensure consistencywith accounts payable prerequisites• Organize innumerably month-end annual closings and execute special analysis tasks and otherfinancial related obligations with the assistance of the organization's financial network• Prepare and give advice on operations and staff budgets for authorization• Oversee expenditure for compliance with budgets and give recommendations on discrepancies asoften as necessary• Create an efficient network for working out and distributing payments promptly• Ensure that company's invoices are precisely administered -
Information Technology Help Desk TechnicianCorman Construction Inc. Sep 2016 - Jun 2017• Provide Tier one technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related tocomputer systems, software, and hardware. Respond to queries either in person, over the phone orremotely. Respond to email messages for customers seeking help.• Install, modify, and repair computer hardware and software including patch & security updates bothat our corporate office as well as our remote locations (Tug Boat & Satellite offices)• Developed and implemented an inventory tracking system for all IT hardware including cell phones,tablets & laptops. Maintained all fixed assets for the IT dept. to ensured all property was assigned &recorded to the appropriate personal / dept.• Managed all hardware upgrades and transfers, including backups and re-imaging beforedeployment.• Ensure the department kept adequate supplies on hand at all times: Hardware, software licenses,accessories, toner, drums, etc.• Collaborated with the team and management weekly to set goals to drive the department forward inthe latest technology, securities & processes.• Maintained all software licensing throughout the company• Establish & maintain all users in AD as well as the security groups for our database
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Accounts Payable ClerkCorman Construction Nov 2014 - Sep 2016• Continued growing my experience in the AP processing: Invoice retrieval, data entry & paymentprocessing• Assisting accounting team on various tasks including data entry, record organization & invoiceprocessing• Work closely with vendors to ensure our accounts are kept current• Account reconciliations: investigating, researching & resolving disputes• Managed weekly check runs: monitor & track monthly re-occurring payables (direct & indirect),reconcile cash requirements report, submit for approval & signature, check disbursements• Analyzed monthly open AP report and worked closing with job team to resolve outstanding payableson hold or dispute• Adhered to internal controls & processes to ensure financial security & company confidentiality• Supported assistant controller with month end closing and internal/external audits• Comply with proper segregation of duties, including company protocols, internal controls and SOPguidelines.• Responsible for the entry of all EFT / ACH payments including tax payments and payrollgarnishments.• Processing of Purchase Orders: Research receipts, verify allocation, prepare for entry and work withjob team to resolve posting errors• Ensure all AP invoices are assessed the correct sales & use tax and meet government guidelines• Implement & maintained SOP manual for the Accounting Dept.
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Small Business ConsultantCathy'S Cleaning Service Nov 2015 - Jun 2016Washington, Dc, Us• Marketed our service to prospective customers through phone estimates• Cultivate lasting client relations by providing superior customer service• Maintained customer database to ensure accurate and up-to-date information• Recruited, interviewed and hired contractors• Support contractors with scheduling and customer relations, including charting and plotting theirdaily schedule based on job location• Performed comprehensive background, credit and reference check on contractors• Processed all garnishments and 1099's• Assisted with the facilitation of our Dominic Republic Satellite office• Utilize Bomgar to connect with satellite offices around the world including Dominic Republic &Philippines• Worked closely with office staff to ensure all divisions were running smoothly• Managed all credit card issued within the united states -
Business ConsultantIconic Mind Nov 2015 - Jun 2016Annapolis, Maryland, UsUtilized my expertise to provide Accounting, Operational & Administrative support to various clients & small businesses -
Accounts Payable ClerkArgo Systems, Llc Jan 2010 - Nov 2015Hanover, Maryland, Us• Managed the processing of AP invoices in our accounting system: receiving / retrieving electronically verified transactions, prepare for data entry and enter for payment• Verify corporate accounts, including credit cards by reconciling statements and transactions• Investigate, research and resolve account discrepancies and aging AP errors• Track monthly re-occurring payables by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information• Followed internal controls to maintain financial security & company confidentiality • Maintained financial historical records by scanning electronically & filing accounting documents in compliance with DCAA regulations• Worked closely with accounting department to regularly review, monitor and track aging AP report based on monthly cash flow.• Assisted in month end closing and internal / external audits• Participated in various educational webinars, seminars & online classes to further my education • Retrieve and verify the validity of all standing re-occurring overhead and direct invoices paid by automatic payment by forwarding it to the appropriate manager for review, coding & approval. • Review and verify AP aging report on a regular basis to ensure open AP files were maintained properly• Assisted with preliminary check run on a weekly basis by pulling open invoices for payment, verifying each voucher is complete with back up, administering pre-payment report for final approval, printing checks, obtain signature from CEO or COO, and distributing per urgency & age. • Comply with proper segregation of duties, including company protocols, internal controls and SOP guidelines.• Performed monthly bank reconciliations of all ACH & EFT payments to verify that the balances match and research any discrepancies. -
Administrative AssistantCathy'S Cleaning Service Aug 2007 - Jan 2010• Marketed our service to prospective customers through phone estimates• Cultivate lasting client relations by providing superior customer service• Maintained customer database to ensure accurate and up-to-date information• Recruited, interviewed and hired contractors • Support contractors with scheduling and customer relations, including charting and plotting their daily schedule based on job location• Performed comprehensive background, credit and reference check on contractors• Processed all garnishments and 1099’s
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Front Desk SupervisorTelegraph Road Animal Hospital Jun 2004 - Aug 2007• Establish and maintain a positive, productive junior staff• Reorganized hospital policies and procedures to increase productivity• Ensure the maintenance of accurate medical records through intensive training• Successfully implemented several new programs to increase client awareness of patient health• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable• Process outstanding and unsettled valid accounts for prosecution through states attorney’s office by collecting evidence, filing appropriate court documents and representing company in proceedings.• Operate and manage a multi-line phone system• Developed and implemented a patient follow up program which facilitated a marked increase in client service and satisfaction • Drafted correspondence letters, referrals, etc. associated with providing vital patient medical history to our fellow medical specialists• Maintained schedule for all doctors comprising of patient’s routine exams, pre-surgical exams, minor and major surgical procedures.• Responsible for the secure opening & closing of the building• Processed all end reports including cash and credit cards batching.• Assisted Vet Technicians & Veterinarians as needed -
Business Support SpecialistRommel Construction, Llc May 2001 - Jun 2004Linthicum, Md, Us• Generated invoices for all projects including Fixed Price and T&M billing • Record, catalog and itemize all material, equipment, man power and time for each project• Analyzed weekly certified payroll per contract requirements. • Compiled a summarized detailed statement for The State Highway Administration • Reviewed and interpreted contract documents to set up job and obtain billing instructions. • Worked closely with the State Highway Administration • Provide Human Resources, including maintaining time sheets, I-9 verification, garnishments, employee benefits, PPL, payroll, and generate all databases.• Supported our Project Manager throughout the proposal process by composing estimates as drafted, revising quantities as necessary, reviewing blue prints for accuracy.• Researched & tracked federal opportunities to fit with our companies capabilities.• Retrieved certificates of insurance and appropriate permits per contract guidelines.• Order utility maintenance of all projects operated for our Field Supervisors• Provided clerical support for the entire Executive Board, including the Vice President, Project Manager and Field Supervisors• Generated, tracked and maintained all databases related to project management.• Reviewed and assigned appropriate G/L Code to all material and equipment invoices.• Responsible for the full charge accounts payable and receivable, including petty cash, bank reconciliations, collections, batch invoicing entry, and state wide billing • Facilitated the launch of our Electrical Division comprising of acquiring office space, team, and federal opportunities needed to be successful.
April Marie S. Education Details
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University Of The PeopleComputer Science -
Excelsior UniversityBusiness/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
Frequently Asked Questions about April Marie S.
What company does April Marie S. work for?
April Marie S. works for Independent Consultant
What is April Marie S.'s role at the current company?
April Marie S.'s current role is Accounts Payable SME | 20 + Years Full Cycle AP | Yardi Voyager SME | SAP CONCUR Administrator | Systems Administration | Integrations | Migrations | Domestic Integrations | Leadership.
What schools did April Marie S. attend?
April Marie S. attended University Of The People, Excelsior University.
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