Andrea Pennant

I hold a bachelor's degree in business with a concentration in accounting. My background in cost accounting has equipped me to conduct variance analysis related to production and enhance profitability. With over six years of practical experience as an Accounts Payable professional, I have effectively supported month-end processes—including preparing and recording invoice batches.

My skills enable me to ensure timely payments, as shown by my consistent follow-up with internal departments to resolve outstanding issues and maintain smooth payment workflows. I am highly proficient in processing and issuing checks, along with managing the mailing of payments to vendors. Additionally, I am skilled in using pivot tables for financial data analysis and adept at overseeing the chart of accounts to guarantee accurate and organized financial reporting.

Accounts Payables Accountant - RobertHalf/ Navitas Credit Corp - Cherry Hill, NJ

(2025-03 - 2026-04)

• Processed a high volume of large vendor invoices, consistently generating two to three batches per week. Maintained accuracy and timeliness in invoice handling, ensuring vendors were paid promptly and records were kept up to date.
• Responsible for preparing and processing outgoing payments, including wire transfers, ACH transactions, and checks. Ensured that all payments were accurately prepared according to vendor instructions and internal controls, maintaining timely and efficient disbursement of funds.
• Reconciled vendor payments by systematically reviewing payment records against vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and completeness. Investigated and resolved any discrepancies identified during the reconciliation process, maintaining up-to-date and accurate accounts payable records.
• Assisted the accounts payable manager during the month-end closing process by preparing financial reports and ensuring all required documentation was accurate and complete.

Full Charge Bookkeeper - Specialty Fabricators/ Aston Carter Staffing

(2023-10 - 2025-01)

• Managed Accounts Payable/Receivable. Efficient processing of invoices, vendor payments, and customer invoices, with a proven track record of effective collections on outstanding receivables.
• Performed monthly bank reconciliations ensuring the accuracy of cash balances and identifying discrepancies promptly.
• Preparation of comprehensive and accurate monthly and quarterly financial statements (income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements) for management review and decision-making.
• Preparation of insightful financial reports for management, providing clear and concise summaries of financial performance.

Contracted Bookkeeper - Staffing Agencies Robert Half, FirstPro

(2018-07 - 2023-09)

• Verified Arrival Notices and confirmed receipts by cross-referencing reference numbers from exported ERP system reports with corresponding entries in Excel.
• Processing supplier invoices from receipt through posting in the ERP system for payment.
• Processed weekly vendor bills using V-Lookup formulas.
• Handled vendor emails, printed and processed attached invoices, and ensured accurate invoice capture.
• Tracked purchase orders and confirmed receipt of orders with Requisitions.
• Matched ACH transactions and booked them in the system using daily cash reports. Uploaded unposted journal entries with a template.
• Processed and allocated payments to designated accounts.
• Processed credit card payments and closed batches.
• Prepared financial statements.
• Provided support during audits and coordinated month-end closing procedures.
• Processed payroll for 5–35 employees using QuickBooks and Gusto.

BA - Business Administration/Accounting - Southern New Hampshire University, Online