Marcela Nodal
Chicago
Summary
Resourceful and results-driven professional with a strong background in managing AP processes and leading teams to success. Known for excellent problem-solving skills, a keen eye for detail, and strong analytical abilities that drive impactful outcomes. Highly adaptable, with the ability to quickly master new technologies and processes. A collaborative and personable team player committed to continuous improvement, managing multiple projects efficiently, and delivering high-quality results to contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Procure to Pay Specialist
Hasbro
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Support Hasbro’s Purchasing and Accounts Payable functions in partnership with a newly established Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provider
- Oversee adherence to established policies and procedures by Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) providers, ensuring compliance with SOX controls, tax regulations, and audit requirements
- Monitor supplier processing, payment runs, exception transactions, and PR/PO tasks managed by the BPO provider
- Support internal stakeholders and external partners, including suppliers, banking institutions, and government agencies
- Conduct critical ERP system administration, including approval tables, release strategies, user access rights, and audit support
- Execute retained P2P tasks and ensure accurate and timely recording of accounting transactions, such as journals, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Collaborate with business partners to achieve timely financial close processes and resolve escalated issues with BPO teams
- Monitor and evaluate BPO performance against service level agreements, addressing deficiencies and promoting compliance with P2P standards
Accounts Payable Supervisor
City Experiences by Hornblower
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Directly supervise and lead a team of three AP Specialists
- Work with senior leadership to review issues/discrepancies and manage projects
- Work directly with the VP of Finance to manage cash flow across 5 divisions with staggered revenue cycles
- Managed, batched, and coded an average of 1000+ invoices and 5M+ in weekly checks
- Developed, implemented and maintained new AP systems, procedures, internal controls and policies to ensure corporate compliance
- Review all invoices and expense reports for documentation and approval prior to payment
- Manage vendor relationships for all questions and inquiries
- Assist in development and maintenance of all corporate AP files
- Manage monthly closing procedures and reconciliation of accounts
- Engaged in data entry, credit card statement reconciliation, administrative tasks, and answered an average of 100 email inquiries daily
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
City Experiences by Hornblower
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Process 1000+ invoice payment weekly across multiple division
- Assist in development and maintenance of all corporate AP files
- Directly train and supervise two AP specialist
- Build and develop accounting team members into skilled professionals, working cohesively as a department to maintain high quality work
- Review all invoices and expense reports for documentation and approval prior to payment
- Assist monthly closing procedures and reconciliation of accounts
Accounts Payable Specialist
City Experiences by Hornblower
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Ensure all invoices are mathematically accurate, coded to the proper account, and properly approved for payment
- Review invoices and expense reports for compliance with Company policies and for assessment of applicable state and city use taxes
- Maintain filing of support for various invoices, credit card, and local checking account transactions
- Research & respond in a timely manner to all inquiries from vendors and internal staff as it relates to payments
- Support other members of the AP Team in the printing, packing, and mailing of the Company’s weekly check runs
- Assist in the tracking of capital expenditures, repair & maintenance projects, fuel costs, and other cost analyses as requested
- Monitor electronic bank transactions in real time and assist in obtaining and filing support for all relevant transactions processed
- Research Unclaimed Property filings and prepare the transactions for filing with the applicable state
- Participate in special projects as requested
Contact Center Training Supervisor & Sales, Guest Care Specialist
City Experiences by Hornblower
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Responsible for driving results by providing direction, support, and guidance in the areas of sales, revenue generation and quality targets
- Monitor daily progress/status and make adjustments/corrections to ensure optimal performance and service
- Responsible for employee career development, compensation, performance goals, monitoring, coaching, training, and new hire development
- Respond to customer inquiries pertaining to product operations and services
- Address customer queries in coordination with other appropriate department and third-party vendors
Contact Center Sales & Guest Services Specialist
City Experiences by Hornblower
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Handled up to 200 calls daily- duties including creating orders for new customers, retrieving customer data, presenting relevant product information, and canceling services
- Exhibited strong communication and problem-solving skills – maintaining professional demeanor, even during moments of customer dissatisfaction and complaints
Retail Sales Associate – Seasonal
Peaches Boutique
08.2014 - 10.2019
- Provided personal service to each customer and attained 90% customer satisfaction
- Used customer data to direct toward higher margin products
- Thorough knowledge of the department's stock of over 30,000 top designer dresses and upcoming collections
Education
International Business -
Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL11.2021
Pre-Medicine -
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Chicago, IL11.2016
Skills
- Microsoft Dynamics GP
- Trindocs
- Microsoft Office
- Problem-solving skills
- Data entry
- Team communication and leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Office administration
- Data analysis
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Procure to Pay Specialist
Hasbro
05.2024 - 10.2024
Accounts Payable Supervisor
City Experiences by Hornblower
01.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
City Experiences by Hornblower
10.2022 - 01.2023
Accounts Payable Specialist
City Experiences by Hornblower
08.2021 - 10.2022
Contact Center Training Supervisor & Sales, Guest Care Specialist
City Experiences by Hornblower
01.2020 - 07.2021
Contact Center Sales & Guest Services Specialist
City Experiences by Hornblower
10.2019 - 01.2020
Retail Sales Associate – Seasonal
Peaches Boutique
08.2014 - 10.2019
Pre-Medicine -
University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
International Business -
Harold Washington College
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