CHRISTY HUNTER
Glen Ellyn
Summary
Experienced with managing accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently. Utilizes accounting software and Excel to maintain precise financial records and support operational needs. Track record of collaborating with teams to meet deadlines and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Clerk
Vivify
Itasca, IL
03.2025 - Current
- Processed invoices and managed accounts payable using ERP software.
- Reconciled bank statements to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Assisted in preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Maintained organized records of transactions and financial documents.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
- Conducted audits to identify discrepancies and implement corrective measures.
- Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
- Facilitated timely month-end closing activities by completing accurate journal entries and account adjustments.
- Improved cash flow management with diligent monitoring of incoming payments and timely collections followups.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Collaborated with other accounting clerks to maintain a cohesive and supportive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement efforts.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
Pricing Specialist
DHL Global Forwarding
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Reviewed and updated pricing for products on a regular basis
- Created and maintained reports of product prices for management review
- Assisted in the development of pricing strategies to maximize profits
- Evaluated customer needs to determine appropriate price points for products
- Negotiated pricing terms and conditions with vendors and customers
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for new or improved pricing models
- Researched industry standards in order to make recommendations regarding competitive prices for products or services offered by the organization
- Monitored competitor's prices and adjusted accordingly when needed
- Worked closely with sales teams to assess profit margins and adjust items and categories
- Communicated with vendors to set up long-term discounts and special vendor deals
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to establish competitive pricing strategies, resulting in increased market share.
Accounting Analyst
DHL Global Forwarding
Chicago, IL
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to detect discrepancies and irregularities
- Supported the Accounts Payable team with vendor inquiries, invoice processing, payment runs
- Researched and resolved issues with billing and invoices
- Recorded customer payments into general ledger and posted cash, checks, and credit, and debit card transactions
- Reviewed accounts with credit balances to determine accuracy of refunds
- Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases
- Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing
Ocean Export Agent
DHL Global Forwarding
Chicago, IL
04.2015 - 08.2022
- Arranged collection or delivery of cargo from suppliers or warehouses for export shipments
- Investigated discrepancies in freight bills to resolve any disputes or financial issues
Flight Chart Collator
Jeppesen
Lombard, IL
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Inspect finished products for quality assurance purposes
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed at all times
- Verify product numbers against job orders prior to beginning each run
- Keep accurate records of production runs and completed jobs for reference purposes
- Train new employees on how to operate the collators correctly and safely
- Follow written instructions provided by customers regarding specific job requirements
- Communicate effectively with other team members regarding progress of current jobs
- Examined and produced specific job orders
- Met production schedules and throughput yield targets
- Monitored team progress to complete projects within deadlines, including large print jobs and rush orders
Lockbox Clerk
Regulus
Naperville, IL
01.2004 - 10.2012
- Prepared and processed lockbox deposits for customers, ensuring accuracy of information and data entry
- Maintained records of daily lockbox transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and transfers
- Performed daily reconciliation of cash accounts to ensure accurate record keeping
- Processed returned checks according to company policy guidelines
- Generated reports detailing all incoming and outgoing funds from the lockbox system
- Utilized various computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite to track financial data associated with the lockbox system
- Trained new hires on proper use of software applications used in the Lockbox department
- Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers
- Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks
- Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information
Education
High School Diploma -
PROVISO EAST HIGH SCHOOL
Maywood05-1994
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Professionalism
- Quality Control
- Customer Service
- Payment processing
- Invoice processing
- Clerical support
- Team collaboration
- Invoicing
- Bank reconciliation
- Finance
- Expense reports
Timeline
Accounting Clerk
Vivify
03.2025 - Current
Pricing Specialist
DHL Global Forwarding
01.2024 - 12.2024
Accounting Analyst
DHL Global Forwarding
08.2022 - 01.2024
Ocean Export Agent
DHL Global Forwarding
04.2015 - 08.2022
Flight Chart Collator
Jeppesen
02.2013 - 03.2014
Lockbox Clerk
Regulus
01.2004 - 10.2012
High School Diploma -
PROVISO EAST HIGH SCHOOL