Teri Goodwin

Dedicated Accounts Receivable Manager with 15+ years of experience in financial management and bookkeeping across various industries. Proven track record in leading teams, implementing efficient invoicing systems, and reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances. Expertise in credit control, financial reporting, and compliance audits, with a focus on optimizing collections processes and enhancing client relationships.

Certified

Bookkeeper skilled in leveraging accounting software to streamline operations and improve accuracy.

Accounts Receivable Manager - Chaparral Insulation - Waco, TX

(2023-06)

• Managed a team of 3 accounts receivable specialists, overseeing the collection and processing of customer payments
• Implemented new invoicing system resulting reduction in billing errors
• Developed and maintained relationships with key clients, resolving any payment discrepancies or issues in a timely manner
• Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balance through effective credit control measures
• Created monthly reports analyzing aging accounts receivable balances, identifying trends and areas for improvement
• Led regular meetings with cross-functional teams to review delinquent accounts, develop action plans, and monitor progress towards resolution
• Developed and implemented credit policies to minimize risk exposure while maximizing sales opportunities
• Performed regular audits of customer accounts to identify potential fraud or irregularities, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Trained new employees on accounts receivable processes, systems, and best practices for efficient collections management
• Collaborated with finance department to reconcile discrepancies between general ledger entries and accounts receivable records on a monthly basis
• Implemented electronic payment options such as online portals or ACH transfers to streamline the collection process
• Maintained accurate records of all collection activities, correspondence, and payment arrangements
• Managed the reconciliation of accounts receivable sub-ledger to general ledger on a monthly basis
• Developed training materials and conducted workshops on effective collections techniques for internal staff
• Process invoices in AIA format for over 20 different divisions
• Entered all cash receipts
• Created and sent out Lien Notices
• Processed lien waivers

Book Keeper - B & S Roofing (company closed) - Denton, TX

(2007-09 - 2023-04)

• Reviewed financial transactions for accuracy and inputs transactions into the correct ledger
• Reconciled bank and other accounts
• Paid vendors as they come due
• Made deposits and recorded all cash receipts
• Processed company payroll and weekly invoices
• Worked through aged accounts receivables
• Prepare Journal Entries with appropriate support documentation
• Prepared and reconciled-fixed assets, inventory, prepaids, and interest, accounts
• Preform necessary task for month-end closing and quarterly and year-end closing
• Prepared and filed sales tax
• Prepared and filed workers compensation
• Prepared financial reports as needed
• Handled all activities in accounts payable and receivable
• Reconciled weekly invoice transactions and entered weekly sales

Co-Owner - Hot Czech Tanning Salon and Screen - West, TX

(2004-06 - 2007-08)

• Handled all activities in accounts payable and receivable
• Ensured timely payments of vendor invoices
• Responsible for employee time cards and payroll distribution
• Reconciled daily invoice transactions and entered daily sales into main database
• Assisted customers with purchase depending on wants and needs, trained customers and employees on product usage, handled customer complaints in a professional manner

Payroll Clerk - Heritage Dedicated Services Inc - Waco, TX

(2000-09 - 2004-06)

• Performed complex and specialized work related to the preparation, processing and maintenance of the payroll
• Sorted and distributed department mail, filed payroll department documents, compose and type department correspondence
• Answered telephone inquiries regarding all aspects of payroll, insurance, and other benefits
• Prepared payroll deductions, computed payroll adjustments and reconciled insurance and benefit accounts
• Operated a variety of office machines and equipment such as calculator, typewriter, copier, fax machine, computer and related word processing and spreadsheet software, etc
• Performed other related duties as required

United States Navy

(1996-07 - 1997-04)

Associate - Accounting - Southwest Texas University (1997-05 - 1999-03)