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carmen baxter

@carmenbaxter

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Experienced accounting professional with 17 years in financial management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers growth opportunities, a collaborative culture, and the chance to utilize my accounting expertise to drive efficiency.

With 17 years of extensive experience in accounting, I have developed a robust skill set that includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reconciliation. My career has spanned various industries, including global manufacturing, construction, retail, and automotive, allowing me to adapt and thrive in diverse environments. I pride myself on being detail-oriented, efficient, and organized, consistently delivering high-quality results.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed full-cycle accounts payable processes, including high-volume invoice processing and vendor reconciliation. My proficiency with automation systems and various accounting software, such as SAP S/4 HANA and QuickBooks, has enabled me to streamline operations and enhance productivity. I am also bilingual in Spanish, which has proven beneficial in collaborating with international teams and clients.

I am passionate about continuous improvement and am always seeking opportunities to leverage my analytical and problem-solving skills to contribute to organizational success. I thrive in team-oriented environments and am committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in all my endeavors.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior A/P Specialist

Current

Andritz, Inc.

May 2016 - Present (9 years 1 month)

Managed full cycle accounts payable, including 3-way matching within SAP S/4 HANA, and processed a high volume of invoices for US and Canadian branches. Handled vendor reconciliation, ACH payments, manual wire transfers, and resolved discrepancies with Purchases and Logistics departments.

Accounts Payable Vendor Reconciliation Wire Transfers Concur

Accounts Payables Specialist

Kloeckner Metals Corporation

Jun 2012 - May 2016 (3 years 11 months)

Processed a high volume of invoices for Mexico and US branches, including inter-company transactions, using the SAP system. Managed full cycle accounts payable, 3-way matching, coding, journal entries, and resolved exception invoices. Conducted monthly vendor reconciliation and researched aging invoices.

SAP Accounts Payable Invoice Management Vendor Reconciliation Journal Entry

Accounts Payable Specialist

Teradata

Jun 2011 - Oct 2011 (4 months)

Processed invoices for multiple countries, managed inter-company payment batches, and analyzed prepayments. Handled payment runs for employees and suppliers, resolved rejected or on-hold payments, and managed weekly and monthly closings per country. Reconciled G/L accounts and specialized in VAT identification and coding.

Invoice Management

Accounts Payable

Parker Engineering and Mechanical, Inc.

Sep 2007 - Sep 2009 (2 years)

Prepared routine entries and posted financial transactions, managing weekly payables with full cycle A/P including 3-way matching and scanning. Verified invoices for payment, sorted documents, coded entries, and maintained general ledger accuracy. Conducted research on processing problems and resolved issues with vendors and departments.

Accounts Payable Vendor Management General Ledger

Accounts Receivable/Bookkeeper

Telediscount Company, Inc.

Oct 2006 - Aug 2007 (10 months)

Monitored Accounts Receivable, recorded daily deposits in QuickBooks, and prepared deposit slips. Performed light collections, posted payments, and managed all bookkeeping, accounting, and banking statements. Generated cash management reports and handled outgoing communication.

Accounts Receivable Quickbooks Bookkeeping Cash Management Bank Reconciliation Billing Collections

Timekeeper/Assistant Office Manager

Clark Construction Company, LLC.

Aug 2005 - Jun 2006 (10 months)

Managed hiring and termination processes, tracked payroll for over 100 employees, and corrected timesheets. Approved and monitored accounts payable, entered vendor invoices and purchase orders into the JDE system. Tracked and ordered materials for construction projects and generated cost productivity reports.

Payroll Management Accounts Payable Material Tracking Administrative Support Employee Relations

Junior Auditor

Rivas Justos & Asociados. /Nobles Blanco & Asoc.

May 1998 - Jun 2001 (3 years 1 month)

Conducted inventory control and analyzed bank statements. Implemented accounting procedures and assisted with external audit reports.

Inventory Accounting

Assistant Accountant

Brillard Peugeot S.A.

Jan 1995 - Apr 1998 (3 years 3 months)

Ran balance sheets and analysis, approved invoices, and reconciled accounts and bank statements. Managed tax payments.

Account Reconciliation Bank Reconciliation Financial Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

San Martin de Porres University

Bachelor of Science, Finance and Accounting

Studied the fundamentals of finance and accounting, gaining a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices. Developed expertise in various accounting functions, including financial reconciliation and audit procedures.