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Melissa LaRaja

@melissalaraja

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Detail-oriented accounts payable specialist with strong organizational skills.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values attention to detail and offers growth opportunities.

I am an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist with a proven track record in managing financial processes and vendor relations. My career spans several years in accounting roles, where I have honed my skills in invoice processing, expense account coding, and compliance with company policies. I thrive in fast-paced environments and am committed to delivering high-quality service to both internal and external customers.

Throughout my professional journey, I have successfully managed various accounting tasks, including credit card management, auditing, and reconciliation. My attention to detail and strong organizational skills have enabled me to contribute to process efficiencies and improve workflow. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise in accounting to support organizational goals and ensure financial accuracy.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Accounts Payable Specialist

Current

Colonial Farm Credit

Jul 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Responsible for processing invoices, managing vendor relations, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Duties include expense account coding, credit card management, and end-of-year tax reviews. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Accounts Payable Vendor Relations Microsoft Excel Invoice Management Tax Compliance Expense Management Financial Reporting

Accounts Payable Specialist

Richmond Times-Dispatch

Nov 2019 - Jul 2022 (2 years 8 months)

Managed invoice processing, sales tax reviews, and internal customer service. Responsible for routing invoices for approval and improving process efficiencies while maintaining high-quality service.

Accounts Payable Customer Invoicing Process Sales Tax Customer Service Process Improvement A P Systems Communication Skills

Program Coordinator

Consumer Direct Care Network

Oct 2019 - Nov 2019 (1 month)

Coordinated Medicaid program caseloads, ensuring compliance with regulations. Provided client and vendor service, managed deliverables, and performed data entry and record-keeping.

Client Management Vendor Relations Data Entry Record keeping Problem Solving Communication Skills

Proposal Coordinator

Divurgent

Feb 2019 - Aug 2019 (6 months)

Conducted analysis of RFP documents, collaborated with proposal teams, and managed proposal production schedules. Contributed to writing and editing proposals and maintained marketing content.

Proposal Management Team Collaboration Project Management Writing Editing Communication Skills

Proposal Coordinator

ULX Partners

Aug 2014 - Jul 2018 (3 years 11 months)

Responsible for researching and formatting RFPs, editing blog posts, and maintaining marketing documents. Worked collaboratively with a global team to enhance operational efficiency.

RFP Copy Editing Team Collaboration WordPress Graphic Design Communication Skills

Teller and TCD Operator

Bank of America

Nov 2010 - Aug 2014 (3 years 9 months)

Handled transactions, managed cash dispensers, and provided customer service. Responsible for data entry and maintaining customer accounts while ensuring compliance with banking policies.

Customer Service Data Entry Problem Solving Team Collaboration

Graphic Artist and Cashier

Martin’s

Oct 2006 - Nov 2010 (4 years 1 month)

Designed promotional materials and handled cash transactions. Worked independently and under tight deadlines to produce high-quality artwork for marketing purposes.

Graphic Design Promotional Materials Independent work Customer Service

Wildlife Educator and Handler

Busch Gardens

Mar 2004 - Aug 2005 (1 year 5 months)

Educated guests about wildlife and managed animal exhibits. Provided public speaking and troubleshooting skills to enhance guest experiences.

Public Speaking Wildlife Education Problem Solving Team Collaboration Communication Skills Customer Service

Third Key Manager

Funcoland

Mar 2002 - Nov 2002 (8 months)

Managed inventory and customer service issues while ensuring compliance with store policies. Handled cash transactions and acted as a security contact.

Inventory Management Customer Service Compliance Policies Problem Solving Team Leadership Communication Skills