Kaleb Mehari
@kalebmehari
Results-driven Accountant with expertise in financial analytics.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Accountant with extensive experience in managing financial transactions, providing insightful financial reports, and enhancing team efficiency through advanced data analytics. My career has been dedicated to ensuring accurate reconciliations and resolving discrepancies, which has significantly contributed to the financial health of the organizations I've worked with.
Throughout my tenure at Portico Benefit Services, I managed accounts payable and receivable, tracked customer payments, and collaborated with banks to address payment discrepancies. My proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUPs and PivotTables, has enabled me to reconcile discrepancies effectively and generate detailed reports for senior management. I take pride in training new team members and fostering a collaborative environment that boosts workplace productivity.
In my previous roles, I have successfully streamlined billing processes, developed standard operating procedures, and implemented innovative strategies to enhance operational efficiency. My strong communication skills have allowed me to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike, ensuring a smooth flow of information and resolution of issues.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Payment Analyst
Portico Benefit Services
Oct 2007 - Present (17 years 9 months)
Managed financial transactions for accounts payable and receivable, tracking customer payments for accurate processing. Investigated payment anomalies, reconciled discrepancies using advanced Excel functions, and oversaw the end-to-end escheatment process. Trained new team members, prepared detailed reports for senior management, and executed precise daily Treasury account reconciliations.
Billing Lead (Supervisor)
LSG Sky Chefs
Jan 2003 - Jan 2007 (4 years)
Led the consolidation of billing operations from multiple locations to a central hub, training and supervising 15 new Billing Coordinators. Successfully transitioned customers to digital invoices, significantly reducing collection time and operational costs. Developed SOPs for lean processes, maintained historical data, and resolved complex billing issues with domestic and international customers.
Billing Coordinator
LSG Sky Chefs
Jan 1998 - Jan 2002 (4 years)
Processed catering invoices for multiple airlines using an Oracle-based billing system, handling 400 daily flights. Audited systems to verify accuracy of formulas, prices, and taxes, ensuring data integrity. Generated and modified timely reports for management and entered daily journal entries.
Merchandiser
Target
Jan 1995 - Jan 1998 (3 years)
Managed inventory by scanning empty shelves to order sold-out items from the warehouse and updating stock locations for newly arrived merchandise. Ensured security of valuable electronic goods by receiving and locking them. Assisted on the sales floor as needed, contributing to overall store operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Dana College
Bachelor of Arts, Accounting/Finance
Studied Accounting and Finance at Dana College. Gained foundational knowledge in financial principles and practices.
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