Barbara Julien

Detailed-Oriented and results-driven professional with experience in business operations, financial administration, accounting support, process improvement, and customer service. Proficient in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, invoice management, reconciliations, payment processing, financial reporting support and general ledger activities. Skilled in analyzing data, process optimization, compliance, and managing multiple priorities while delivering accurate results in fast-paced environments.

Strong communicator with proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally, build effective relationships, solve problems, and support organizational goals.

Accounts Payable/Accountant 1 - Three Rivers Park District - Plymouth, MN

(2023-01 - 2026-12)

• Managed full-cycle Accounts Payable activities within the BS&A Finance System, including review, coding, auditing, vendor payments, GL coding accuracy, sales and use tax compliance, documentation validation, and purchasing policy adherence
• Processed weekly ACH, EFT, and paper check payment cycles, including Positive Pay uploads, manual check preparation, and void management, while maintaining payment accuracy and internal control compliance
• Administered procurement card programs, including cardholder account maintenance, transaction audits, policy compliance reviews, tax validation, and providing ongoing user support
• Calculated and submitted petroleum usage payments in accordance with Minnesota state regulations and compliance standards
• Prepared and processed journal entries for Hennepin County transactions including police fine revenues and radio lease payments, ensuring accurate financial records and reporting
• Maintained vendor master data, including TINs, 1099 information, and ACH banking details, supporting vendor onboarding, data integrity, compliance, and accurate payment processing
• Administered unclaimed property reporting and remittance processes, including preparation of required affidavits and compliance documentation for the state reporting requirements
• Prepared audit workpapers and collaborated with external auditors by compiling financial records, supporting documentation, and requested audit materials

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist - CRASHPLAN GROUP, INC. - Minneapolis, MN

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

• Executed full-cycle Accounts Payable operations across domestic and international entities, including invoice processing, multi-currency transactions, GST/VAT compliance, expense reports, and global vendor payments
• Reviewed, validated, coded, processed, and approved invoices, refunds, and expense reports using Sage Intacct and Airbase, ensuring accurate GL coding, policy compliance and timely vendor payments
• Coordinated payment operations including ACH, wire transfers, NACHA files, recurring payments, and international payments while maintaining banking templates and weekly payment schedules
• Monitored cash balances for multiple bank accounts to support payment scheduling and cash management
• Managed AP inbox operations and vendor relationships, resolving invoice discrepancies, payment inquiries and account issues while maintaining strong vendor partnerships
• Administrated corporate credit card programs, performed monthly reconciliations, prepared journal entries, and tracked prepaid expense to support accurate financial reporting
• Contributed to month-end close activities, including GL account reviews, reconciliations, vendor aging analysis, accruals, and financial statement support
• Identified Accounts Payable process improvements opportunities and contributed to audit readiness initiatives to enhance compliance, accuracy, and operational efficiency

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist - CODE42 SOFTWARE, INC. - Minneapolis, MN

(2017-01 - 2022-12)

• Processed end-to-end Accounts Payable for domestic and international entities across using Concur and Sage Intacct, including invoice processing, expense report auditing, account coding, and three-way matching
• Coordinated weekly vendor payment cycles through ACH, wire transfers, checks, and Regal Pay electronic payments, ensuring accurate disbursements, timely payments and compliance with internal controls
• Collaborated with cross-functionally teams to obtain invoice approvals, ensure accurate ERP posting, and maintain compliance with company policies and internal controls
• Performed month-end close activities, including accruals, journal entries, Accounts Payable aging reconciliations, general ledger review, and financial reporting support, and external audits
• Reconciled vendor statements, researched and resolved invoice and payment discrepancies, and maintained accurate Accounts Payables records, and aging schedules
• Developed and maintained Accounts Payable policies, procedures, and process documentation to improve operational efficiency, consistency, and compliance
• Delivered weekly Concur Expense Management onboarding and training for new employees on using PowerPoint, providing user support and ensuring accurate expense reporting and policy adherence
• Supported the successful transition of Accounts Payable operations following the Code42 CrashPlan business sale, maintaining data integrity, process continuity, and uninterrupted financial operations

Accounts Payable Specialist - OCTANE FITNESS/Division of Nautilus, Inc. - Brooklyn Park, MN

(2012-01 - 2017-12)

• Oversaw full-cycle Accounts Payable operations for domestic and international entities using SAGE 500 ERP, including invoice validation, expense reports, check requests, weekly payment runs, and international wire transfers across three multinational entities and multiple currencies
• Reconciled vendor statements, verified liability balances, provided Accounts Receivable cash receipts support, and maintaining alignment between Accounts Payable sub-ledgers and the general ledger
• Performed month-end close activities, including general ledger analysis, accrual support, timely Accounts Payable posting, and outstanding check tracking for bank reconciliations
• Administered 1099 compliance for 450+ vendors, including vendor setup, annual IRS reporting, documentation management and regulatory compliance
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams and external auditors to support month-end close, financial reporting, and annual audit requirements
• Coordinated Accounts Payable system migration and process transition during the Octane Fitness integration with Nautilus, ensuring data accuracy, operational continuity, and minimal disruption

Accounts Payable Specialist - ATRITECH, INC./A Subsidiary of Boston Scientific - Plymouth, MN

(2009-01 - 2012-12)

• Administered full-cycle Accounts Payable using QuickBooks, including invoice processing, expense reports, purchase orders, check runs, wire payments and audit support across domestic and international entities
• Reviewed, validated and recorded WATCHMAN clinical trial site invoices while maintaining accrual spreadsheets to ensure accurate expense recognition, financial tracking, and reporting
• Reconciled vendor statements, resolved discrepancies, responded to vendor inquiries, maintained W-9 documentation, and supported 1099 compliance and reporting requirements
• Applied cash receipt, prepared bank deposits, and preformed bank reconciliations across domestic and international accounts
• Facilitated month-end close activities, maintaining AP sub-ledger maintenance, preparing journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and analytical review of account activity
• Maintained purchase order controls, including PO requisitions and open PO tracking, and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance
• Facilitated Accounts Payable system integration from Atritech, Inc. to Boston Scientific systems and personnel, ensuring data accuracy, process continuity, and seamless operational transition

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Communication - University of Minnesota – Duluth