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Laura Thomas

@laurathomas

Xero-certified AP/AR specialist who streamlines invoicing, VAT compliance, and collections while supporting accurate month-end close.

Spain

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can own AP/AR end to end in Xero, ensure VAT and audit-ready compliance, improve collections, and support a precise monthly close through cross-functional coordination.

I’m a Xero-certified Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist with 10+ years managing AP and AR end to end, coordinating with executive leadership, and supporting the monthly close. Originally from Wales and living in Spain for over 20 years, I bring a detail-oriented, organised approach to finance operations.

In my current role at Qmenta Imaging S.L., I own the full supplier invoice lifecycle—registration, retrieval, verification, and VAT compliance checks—while maintaining supplier master data and running regular and urgent payment cycles. I also support the LANGUAGES payroll process from administration through to payment.

On the AR side, I issue and manage customer invoicing in English, monitor collections, chase overdue balances, and resolve invoice disputes. I help support customer credit-limit and risk management, and I coordinate cross-functionally to keep cashflow moving reliably.

Previously, I supported the finance team with invoicing, expense processing, and debt collection, and I handled day-to-day operations including HR administration, scheduling, and vendor coordination. Across my experience, I’ve strengthened audit-ready documentation, reconciliations, and compliance across VAT and regulatory requirements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Finance & Accounting Coordinator

Current

Qmenta Imaging S.L.

Oct 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Owns the end-to-end accounts payable supplier invoice lifecycle, including VAT compliance checks and payment cycles. Manages accounts receivable invoicing and collections while coordinating finance matters with executive leadership and external advisors.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Xero VAT Compliance Customer Invoicing Collections Dispute Resolution Payroll Support Executive Coordination

Office Manager

North Sails SLU

Aug 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 6 months)

Supported the finance team with invoicing, expense processing, and debt collection, alongside broader office and HR administration responsibilities. Managed inventory purchasing and vendor coordination and coordinated office logistics and internal events.

Invoicing Expense Processing Debt Collection Xero Microsoft Dynamics AX Health and Safety Compliance HR Administrator Scheduling Vendor coordination FileMaker Calxa Opera PMS Claude Gemini ChatGpt

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Call Team Communications

May 2017 - Jun 2018 (1 year 1 month)

Managed a portfolio of US-based client accounts, focusing on debt recovery, payment negotiation, and resolving billing issues. Handled inbound and outbound client communications and supported subscription platform administration.

Accounts Receivable Debt Recovery Client Communication Billing Support Google Workspace Google Sheets Microsoft Office Atlassian Bizneo Cabify LinkedIn Ads

Administrative & Sales Assistant

Extraspace

Jun 2013 - Sep 2016 (3 years 3 months)

Served as a first point of contact for clients, handling inquiries, conducting unit viewings, and converting leads into signed contracts. Drafted contracts, managed invoicing, and followed up on outstanding payments as part of debt collection.

Client Inquiries Unit Showings Lead Conversion Contract Drafting Invoicing Debt Collection

Bank Reconciliation Admin Assistant

IB's Marine Electric

Sep 2013 - Apr 2016 (2 years 7 months)

Managed supplier delivery notes and invoices to support accurate accounting records and issued customer invoices with follow-ups for outstanding payments. Translated technical service reports into English and provided general administrative support.

Customer Invoicing Administrative Support