Arely S.
Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist
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Arely S. is an accomplished accounting professional based in Dallas, Texas, with over 15 years of experience enhancing financial operations in both startup and established environments. Currently serving as a Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist at Curri, Inc., a Series B SaaS/marketplace startup, Arely effectively managed a diverse portfolio with complex billing requirements, significantly improving cash flow by reducing the DSO from 40 to 25 days. She has a proven track record in the accounts payable sector, focusing on full-cycle accounts and vendor management, evident from her prior role at ABP International, Inc. Her expertise extends to utilizing financial systems like NetSuite and QuickBooks, and she is skilled in reconciling banking and AR accounts, crucial for month-end balance sheet accuracy. Arely's bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish and her collaboration with cross-functional teams demonstrate her ability to support audits and implement process improvements. She holds a B.A. in Accounting and Information Management from the University of Texas at Dallas.
Experience
Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist | Accounting Operations
CURRI, INC. · 2022 — 2026Oversaw a diverse accounts receivable portfolio, catering to enterprise accounts with intricate billing needs across various platforms. Handled the entire Order-to-Cash process, which included AR, Collections, and Cash Application. Engaged in strategic collections efforts through multiple communication channels, investigating invoice statuses and resolving payment discrepancies. Acted as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries, independently addressing issues while upholding client relationships. Reconciled bank and AR accounts, and ensured month-end balance sheet accuracy for numerous transactions. Collaborated with the Controller on payment analysis and risk mitigation strategies. Worked alongside cross-functional teams to enhance processes and accounting policies, supporting audits and financial reporting, as well as resolving system errors with engineering teams.Accounting Specialist
ABP INTERNATIONAL, INC. · 2014 — 2022Managed full-cycle Accounts Payable activities in a high-volume setting, handling invoice processing and GL coding, and ensuring 3-way matching. Maintained relationships with vendors and addressed invoice discrepancies while adhering to company payment policies. Ensured accuracy in invoice reviews and supported the timely execution of payments. Conducted reconciliations of bank, credit card, and vendor accounts to guarantee an accurate month-end close. Managed payment applications, credit adjustments, and resolved discrepancies across various e-commerce and ERP platforms, including SaaS billing for Milestone and 3CX licenses.Business Manager/Accountant
REMINGTON COLLEGE · 2003 — 2013Oversaw comprehensive accounting functions, including Accounts Payable and Receivable, month-end reporting, and profit and loss analysis, identifying discrepancies to enhance expense accuracy. Managed student account reconciliation and revenue recognition for accounts exceeding $1M, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 standards. Led procurement and financial operations processes, including petty cash management, credit card handling, and audits, to bolster financial protocols and secure cost-effective vendor arrangements.
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Education
- B.A. Accounting and Information ManagementUNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
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