Accounts Payable Manager

• Dec 2022 - Present

Revised related policies in collaboration with the VP and Director of Accounting. Implemented an end to end Procure to Pay process based on large contracts for advertising and software in Airbase. Managed a team of three offshore consultants with a volume of 300 monthly invoices, ensuring invoice accuracy and precise GL coding and approvals to reduce errors and eliminate backlog. Handled all aspects of accounts payable, including a large P2P system implementation, Credit Card program… Show more Revised related policies in collaboration with the VP and Director of Accounting. Implemented an end to end Procure to Pay process based on large contracts for advertising and software in Airbase. Managed a team of three offshore consultants with a volume of 300 monthly invoices, ensuring invoice accuracy and precise GL coding and approvals to reduce errors and eliminate backlog. Handled all aspects of accounts payable, including a large P2P system implementation, Credit Card program, Expense reports and Travel program. Trained 30 of employees across the company facilitating workshops and hosting lunch and learns on expense reports, booking travel, and how to submit virtual cards, decreasing support requests. Show less Revised related policies in collaboration with the VP and Director of Accounting. Implemented an end to end Procure to Pay process based on large contracts for advertising and software in Airbase. Managed a team of three offshore consultants with a volume of 300 monthly invoices, ensuring invoice accuracy and precise GL coding and approvals to reduce errors and eliminate backlog. Handled all aspects of accounts payable, including a large P2P system implementation, Credit Card program… Show more Revised related policies in collaboration with the VP and Director of Accounting. Implemented an end to end Procure to Pay process based on large contracts for advertising and software in Airbase. Managed a team of three offshore consultants with a volume of 300 monthly invoices, ensuring invoice accuracy and precise GL coding and approvals to reduce errors and eliminate backlog. Handled all aspects of accounts payable, including a large P2P system implementation, Credit Card program, Expense reports and Travel program. Trained 30 of employees across the company facilitating workshops and hosting lunch and learns on expense reports, booking travel, and how to submit virtual cards, decreasing support requests. Show less

Accounts Payable Manager

• Sep 2022 - Dec 2022

Accounts Payable Supervisor

• Feb 2016 - Sep 2022

• Manage Accounts Payable Team with two direct reports • Promotes team building by working closely with our two sister companies; The Spaceship Company and Virgin Galactic's AP team to streamline invoice processing and implement efficiency procedures. • Supervises full cycle of accounts payable activities, month-end accruals • Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment • Process 2,3, and 4 way P.O. matching • Meet all month end deadlines for… Show more • Manage Accounts Payable Team with two direct reports • Promotes team building by working closely with our two sister companies; The Spaceship Company and Virgin Galactic's AP team to streamline invoice processing and implement efficiency procedures. • Supervises full cycle of accounts payable activities, month-end accruals • Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment • Process 2,3, and 4 way P.O. matching • Meet all month end deadlines for reporting and accruals • Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and GAAP • Oversee all aspects of Virgin Galactic Corporate Credit Card Program and the employee expense program. • Administration of weekly payment runs and annual 1099 maintenance • Continuous process improvement for efficiency and accounts payable accuracy • Comprehensive data base management and proficient in Oracle and Certify for company expenses • Maintains customer rapport inside and outside Virgin Galactic • Utilizes Oracle E-Business Suite for AP and Certify for Expense Reports • Adept in using More4Apps data loader and Excel4Apps Reporting Teamates for Women Empowerment, Baord Member, Treasurer Jan 2019-Present Mission: The purpose of TWE is to drive positive change and provide a transformational experience to teammates through a shared vision of women empowerment at Virgin Orbit. -Successful Budget Proposal Presentation to HR Director

Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator

• May 2014 - Apr 2015

As an Senior A/P Coordinator I manage the A/P team with three direct reports. My duties include tracking invoices, expense reports and payment transactions. In addition I correspond with aviation vendors worldwide to provide excellent customer service. I set up wire transfers and track costs using cost codes to help us manage our bottom line. As an Senior A/P Coordinator I manage the A/P team with three direct reports. My duties include tracking invoices, expense reports and payment transactions. In addition I correspond with aviation vendors worldwide to provide excellent customer service. I set up wire transfers and track costs using cost codes to help us manage our bottom line.

Senior Accounts Payable Coordinator

• Jan 2008 - May 2014

As an Senior A/P Coordinator I manage and track invoices, expense reports and payment transactions. In addition I correspond with aviation vendors worldwide to provide excellent customer service. I set up wire transfers and track costs using cost codes to help us manage our bottom line. •Manage, track and coordinate consultants and pilots worldwide •Manage three direct reports on A/P team in Technical Dept. through continuous training and procedure development •Process Vendor/… Show more As an Senior A/P Coordinator I manage and track invoices, expense reports and payment transactions. In addition I correspond with aviation vendors worldwide to provide excellent customer service. I set up wire transfers and track costs using cost codes to help us manage our bottom line. •Manage, track and coordinate consultants and pilots worldwide •Manage three direct reports on A/P team in Technical Dept. through continuous training and procedure development •Process Vendor/ Consultant/ Lessee Airframe Invoices/ Reserve Claims •Implemented and contributed to cost coding initiative started July 2011 •Create Airframe and Engine Reports for Technical Directors •Attend and contribute to Quarterly Finance Meetings Show less As an Senior A/P Coordinator I manage and track invoices, expense reports and payment transactions. In addition I correspond with aviation vendors worldwide to provide excellent customer service. I set up wire transfers and track costs using cost codes to help us manage our bottom line. •Manage, track and coordinate consultants and pilots worldwide •Manage three direct reports on A/P team in Technical Dept. through continuous training and procedure development •Process Vendor/… Show more As an Senior A/P Coordinator I manage and track invoices, expense reports and payment transactions. In addition I correspond with aviation vendors worldwide to provide excellent customer service. I set up wire transfers and track costs using cost codes to help us manage our bottom line. •Manage, track and coordinate consultants and pilots worldwide •Manage three direct reports on A/P team in Technical Dept. through continuous training and procedure development •Process Vendor/ Consultant/ Lessee Airframe Invoices/ Reserve Claims •Implemented and contributed to cost coding initiative started July 2011 •Create Airframe and Engine Reports for Technical Directors •Attend and contribute to Quarterly Finance Meetings Show less

Graduate Student

• Aug 2011 - Aug 2013

I completed my Masters in Public Administration as of August 3,2013. It has always been a goal of mine to achieve my masters degree. As a Co-coordinator of Young Professionals for Amnesty International (YPAI Los Angeles), these skills help me in my volunteerism and activism to be a more effective leader and manager. I completed my Masters in Public Administration as of August 3,2013. It has always been a goal of mine to achieve my masters degree. As a Co-coordinator of Young Professionals for Amnesty International (YPAI Los Angeles), these skills help me in my volunteerism and activism to be a more effective leader and manager.

Financial Services Specialist

• Sep 2005 - Jan 2008

Open consumer and business accounts Certified in Small Business Credit Series Experienced in booking Personal Loans, Home Equity Loans, Vehicle Loans Utilized Lotus Notes, Rumba, Oasis, Smart Established and maintained working relationships with local small business owners and frequent customers Coordinated efforts with Union Bank Investment Services and Merchant Services Open consumer and business accounts Certified in Small Business Credit Series Experienced in booking Personal Loans, Home Equity Loans, Vehicle Loans Utilized Lotus Notes, Rumba, Oasis, Smart Established and maintained working relationships with local small business owners and frequent customers Coordinated efforts with Union Bank Investment Services and Merchant Services

Sales Associate

• Jan 2004 - May 2004

Extensive visual merchandising Practiced Customer Engagement Met and exceeded weekly sales goals Extensive visual merchandising Practiced Customer Engagement Met and exceeded weekly sales goals