Arlene Fernandez

• Managed the accounts payable section and supervises the team.
• Directly in-charge for the full-cycle of accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in order to meet deadlines.
• Analyze accounts payable discrepancies, reconcile accounts, and resolve issues to ensure accuracy of company records.
• Maintain and update accurate records of accounts payable and supplier information.
• Respond to inquiries from suppliers and collaborate with internal customers to resolve issues.
• Process payments via check, wire transfer or electronic funds transfer.
• Generate and analyze monthly accounts payable reports.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Review and verify supplier’s invoices and check requests for accuracy.
• Sort, code, and match invoices to prepare them for payment processing.
• Enter and encode invoices into the accounting system for tracking and payment purposes.
• Prepares check vouchers, printing of checks, wire transfers and all other documents related to payments using the accounting system.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues.
• Maintain and updates supplier files and relationships.
• Provide supporting documentation for audits.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures by providing relevant reports and support.
• Constant coordination with the finance manager in all aspects of the accounts payable process.

• Negotiated favorable pricing terms with suppliers, resulting in increased profit margins.
• Improved customer satisfaction with attentive service and quick resolution of issues.
• Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
• Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
• Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
• Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of purchasing.