Bukola Adetifa

Accounts Receivable Specialist with 10+ years of experience dedicated to general function of Accounts Payable; entering, posting and reconciling batches, researching and resolving customer A/R issues, preparing aging reports, placing billing and collecting calls, maintaining cash receipts journal, and updating and reconciling sub-ledger to G/L.

CAREER SUMMARY: Accounts Receivable Specialist with 10+ years of experience dedicated to general function of Accounts Payable; entering, posting and reconciling batches, researching and resolving customer A/R issues, preparing aging reports, placing billing and collecting calls, maintaining cash receipts journal, and updating and reconciling sub-ledger to G/L.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Quick learner with the ability to accurately meet deadlines.
•  Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Organization and planning.
• Problem analysis and problem-solving.
• Strong team player, works well in a collaborative environment.
• General ledger entry and maintenance

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with customers and employees in a professional manner.
• Wide ranging experience with Epicor
• Proven knowledge of commercial collections
• Efficient in ERP systems
• Observant, accurate and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated analytical skills in basic accounts receivable and accounting policy
• Data entry skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Accounts Receivable Clerk, Hope Mission February 2023- Till Date

• Processing incoming payments
• Ensuring accurate coding of invoices and ledgers.
• Entering and balancing financial data in a number of ledgers while reconciling bank accounts.
• Monitoring and entering new credit applications; grant credit.
• Handling monthly closings and annual reports, including processing payments and compiling segments in compliance with GAAP
• Filing and maintenance of A/P files.
• Assisting in the preparation of year-end review files for outside auditors.
• Reviewing vendor keep payment terms current through regular maintenance.

• Credit Administration
• Ensured customer billing requirements are met. 
• Managed billing portal administration.
• Supervised AR staff by recruiting, training, and coaching employees, communicating job expectations, and appraising their performance.
• Matched invoices with purchase orders; prepared approval slips and attach with invoices.
• Replied to information requests from stake holders, including shippers, customers, and the sales/marketing department.
• Contacted clients to help resolve payment issues; assisted in setting up payment plans.
• Processed employee expense claims, ensured they are coded to the proper department and expense account(s).

• Resolved billing inquiries and disputes by analyzing accounts for discrepancies.
• Matched cheques with invoices; followed up on getting signatures; mail or courier as requested.
• Communicated with vendors regarding payments and billing issues and follow up on inquiries.
• Maintained a good relationship with suppliers.
• Ensured a timely turnaround of accounts payable and expense claims.

BSc Accounting, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba, Ondo State, Nigeria April 2013