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Antonios Psarros
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Palaio Faliro
Summary
Experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor with exceptional track record in accounts payable operations and top-notch leadership abilities. Coordinates department workflow and manages accounting functions in fast-paced environments by leveraging excellent organizational and communication skills. Detail-oriented and reliable manager with more than 23 years of progressive industry experience .
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Accounts Payable Supervisor
European Product Carriers Ltd
03.2001 - Current
- Collaborated with the procurement department to reconcile discrepancies in vendor statements, resolving issues effectively.
- Served as the primary point of contact for all vendor inquiries regarding payment status or account balances, fostering positive relationships.
- Coordinated with other departments to resolve intercompany accounting discrepancies efficiently, minimizing impact on financial reporting.
- Provided support during external audits by delivering accurate financial reports and documentation in a timely manner.
- Streamlined vendor payment process for faster and more accurate payments, reducing late fees and improving relationships.
- Monitored cash flow closely to optimize payment scheduling, preventing cash shortages while maximizing early payment discounts.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for accounts payable processing, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork within the department.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in cost savings and improved working capital management.
- Reviewed employee expense reports for policy compliance before approving reimbursements, reducing instances of inappropriate spending claims.
- Assisted the finance department in preparing annual budgets by providing accurate expense forecasts based on historical data analysis.
- Evaluated and recommended improvements to accounts payable processes, leading to increased efficiency and reduced error rates.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of tax laws affecting vendor payments, mitigating risk exposure through proper withholding practices.
- Managed a team of accounts payable clerks, ensuring timely completion of tasks and maintaining high accuracy levels.
- Processed check disbursements and reconciled related ledger.
- Completed month-end closings with journal entries and reconciling accounts.
- Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
- Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
Freight Collection Assistant
European Product Carriers Ltd
01.1999 - 02.2001
- Assisted in reducing delinquent accounts by proactively contacting customers to discuss payment options.
- Maintained detailed records of all collections activities, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with company policies.
- Collaborated with internal departments to address complex issues related to billing, credits, or disputed charges.
- Monitored account status reports regularly, ensuring prompt follow-up on overdue payments or escalating issues when necessary.
- Located customers with overdue accounts and solicited payment in compliance with fair debt collection practices.
- Researched billing errors and discrepancies to initiate corrective action.
- Processed debtor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balance.
Supply Department Assistant
European Product Carriers Ltd
07.1997 - 01.1999
- Contributed to budget planning by monitoring expenses and making recommendations for cost reductions where possible.
- Enhanced department communication with timely responses to inquiries and effective correspondence management.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate cross-functional projects for improved results.
- Implemented improvements to existing filing systems that resulted in easier access to essential information when needed.
- Aided in streamlining project workflows through meticulous organization leading to faster completion rates.
- Maintained accurate records and databases, contributing to an organized department environment.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy before submitting them for payment approval, ensuring proper allocation of funds within the department budget constraints.
- Organized files both physically and electronically, improving document accessibility for all team members.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Economics
University of Hertfordshire
Hertford, U.K. 04.2001 -
Higher National Diploma - Business Administration
British Hellenic College
Athens, Greece 04.2001 -
Skills
Payment Scheduling
undefinedSoftware
DANAOS
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Economics
University of Hertfordshire
04.2001 -
Higher National Diploma - Business Administration
British Hellenic College
04.2001 -
Senior Accounts Payable Supervisor
European Product Carriers Ltd
03.2001 - Current
Freight Collection Assistant
European Product Carriers Ltd
01.1999 - 02.2001
Supply Department Assistant
European Product Carriers Ltd
07.1997 - 01.1999
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