MELINDA M.

TRUAX
1827 W. Foothill Street, Apache Junction, Arizona 85120
H 480.924.7425 * C 602.538.7271 * mt7db808@westpost.net
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Skilled and experienced Accounts Payable Specialist with proven success managing
high-volume accounting functions, consistently promoting highly productive depa
rtment performance.
~ Track record of effectively managing high volume of invoices and accounts, ens
uring accuracy and timely payments.
~ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; promptly resolve invoice and acc
ount issues, as well as reviewing problem areas to prevent reoccurrence.
~ Proven ability to collaborate effectively with team members and management at
all levels, as well as maintaining positive vendor relationships; excel at train
ing and supporting accounting staff.
~ Demonstrated success improving operations, to include implementing new procedu
res and reconciling multiple years of past information.
~ Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), Baan, SAP, Lotu
s Notes, Hardcopy, MAPR, AS400, Oracle, and QuickBooks, with experience operatin
g proprietary software.
Keyword Summary
Accounts Payable Specialist, AP Specialist Accounts Payable Management, AP Manag
ement, Accounts Payable Operations, AP Operations, Invoice Management, Invoice R
eview, Invoice Processing, Account Management, Account Review, Payment Processin
g, Payment Coordination, Payment Administration, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Pr
oblem Solving, Issue Resolution, Team Collaboration, Management Collaboration, V
endor Relationships, Vendor Relations, Vendor Communication, Team Leadership, Te
am Training, Team Supervision, Staff Leadership, Staff Training, Staff Supervisi
on, Operational Improvements, Process Improvements, Procedure Improvements, New
Processes, New Procedures, Operational Efficiency, Operational Productivity, Dea
dline Compliance, Deadlines
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ISOLA USA, Chandler, AZ, 2007-2010
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
Processed invoices and documentation to maintain timely vendor payment. Reconcil
ed vendor accounts, ensuring statement accuracy. Addressed problem items by reco
nciling good receipts and invoice receipt accounts. Communicated with vendors to
address issues and update on payment status, as well as coordinating with Buyer
s on invoices issues. Assisted team members in department processes and SAP ques
tions. Trained new employees in responsibilities, as well as assisting coworkers
.
* Successfully completed reconciliation of goods / invoice receipt report with 8
500 line items from 2006 to 2010, bringing previously un-reconciled report to 30
days current.
* Brought previously four months behind department processes up to date within f
irst month of employment.
* Developed and implemented improved procedures for invoice processing based on
analysis of reoccurring issues; additionally, created all department work instru
ctions.
* Reorganized 950 accounts payable vendor files.
* Coordinated with IT on sales and tax information for SAP upgrade, to include t
esting system and training staff in transition.
JABIL CIRCUIT, Tempe, AZ, 2005-2007
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE COORDINATOR II
Coordinated supplier / customer payments and employee expense reimbursements. Pr
ocessed and coded 1000-1500 vendor invoices weekly. Managed daily workflow, as w
ell as reporting to management on department workload. Updated senior accounting
staff on accounts payable processing / reporting.
Researched vendor discrepancies and coordinated with Buyers to resolve issues. C
ommunicated with customers on payment information. Coached and supported team me
mbers in department, to include answering questions on operations. Trained new e
mployees in department procedures.
* Brought invoice processing from three months behind to current within three we
eks.
* Reconciled pretty cash account not previously reconciled for six months.
* Successfully reorganized accounts payable files, to include scanning and shred
ding previous information.
KFORCE-CONOCO-PHILLIPS / CIRCLE K STORES, Tempe, AZ, 2001-2005
MERCHANDISE ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ANALYST
Maintained and reconciled retail supplier accounts for more than 2000 stores nat
ionwide. Coordinated with store management and corporate office to reconcile acc
ounts and address discrepancies, as well as communicating with suppliers. Update
d corporate management on account status and reconciliation issues. Trained new
employees in daily requirements, as well as assisting in prioritizing and managi
ng workload
* Reconciled seven years of past information for Coremark Warehouse account.
* Collaborated with management to develop methods for streamlining entry posting
and information upload.
ACCOUNTS ON CALL / TOKYO ELECTRON MFG., Mesa, AZ, 2000-2001
A/P & A/R SPECIALIST
Processed invoices and expense reports, ensuring timely payment. Managed bank de
posits and statements. Prepared journal entries. Reviewed aging reports. Coordin
ated with Senior Accountants on fixed asset recording, to include maintaining tr
acking reports.
* Collaborated with senior accounting staff to update customer aging report and
fixed asset documentation.
* Independently managed range of operations and completed key projects within sh
ort timeframes.
MANPOWER / ALASKA TELEPHONE UTILITY (ATU), Anchorage, AK, 1998-1999
INVENTORY SPECIALIST
Reconciled inventory accounts to ensure accurate supply data for invoices. Compl
eted supply counts for commercial repair division. Monitored available supplies
for service department. Communicated with Service Managers on required supplies
for projects. Communicated with Buyers on supply replenishment. Submitted reconc
iled account information to management. Assisted new team members in department.
* Reorganized customer filing system and developed improved paperwork flow for e
xisting inventory system.
MARTIN MACHINERY, Fairview, OR, 1995-1998
OFFICER MANAGER
Completed bookkeeping for heavy equipment purchase, sale, and leasing. Managed b
illing and invoices. Prepared quarterly tax forms and compiled tax data. Complet
ed collections and customer service. Maintained parts inventory.
* Consistently maintained high profit margin through strategic purchasing and se
lling decisions.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Microsoft Excel Training * ROCKHURST UNIVERSITY CONTINUING EDUCATION, Phoenix, A
Z
Advanced Sales and Use Tax in Arizona * LORMAN EDUCATION SERVICES
Dunn & Bradstreet Seminars: Business Writing and Communication Skills * Multiple
Priorities * How to Deal with Difficult People * How to Excel as a Supervisor *
Time Management