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Mokena, Illinois

Wide array of A/P functions including GL account coding of invoices, analyzing and researching vendor accounts, weekly payment management across multiple entities.Contributing member of core team performing in depth analysis of workflow efficiency and improvement opportunities and fostering interdepartmental communication.

Mokena, Il

Research payment collection, job classification and customer pay history to process material lien waivers for all Illinois customers. Implemented process to utilize MS Office capabilities and streamlined generation of waivers for several large clients greatly reducing processing time and increasing accuracy.

New Lenox, Il

Bookkeeping responsibilities: A/P - Generate, categorize and process 40-80 bill payments per week, all aspects of payroll including paycheck processing, submitting all federal and state tax payments and wages reports, issuing year-end 1099s and W2s. Generate customized company expense reports.A/R - monthly rent invoicing , work with tenants and leasing agent for collection of rent, security deposits and new tenant lease processing. Deposit payments at bank and via remote check scanning. Reconcile and manage funds for over a dozen accounts across multiple banks. Modernized and streamlined bookkeeping practices which improved accuracy, efficiency and consistency. Adapted to rapid growth of business and increased workload requiring prioritization and organization skills. Implemented new policies and procedures throughout office necessary to manage financial accountability.Closing Coordinator; Oct 2012 – Dec 2013Acted as seller’s closing agent for the sale of more than 60 properties. Utilized MS Word and Excel to design and merge standard legal documents with client data. Worked with contractors, realtors, attorneys and title companies to ensure smooth closings. Successfully trained new closing coordinator hired to accommodate rapid growth in business volume.

Bachelor'S Degree, Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

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