Upbeat individual who builds relationships with sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Highly experienced Administration Officer with Accounts Payable, Payroll, Human Resources, Exports and Customer Service skills with an extensive background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional administration, customer and operational support.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Officer - Casual
Neutrog Australia
KANMANTOO, South Australia
08.2023 - Current
Customer facing; 1st point of contact by phone for company enquiries
Cover clerical positions as required due to leave Despatch, Invoicing, Order Processing.
Provided customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
Answered customer inquiries via telephone, email and face-to-face contact.
Processed payments from customers using point of sale systems.
Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
Accounts Receivable
Reviewed and verified invoices for accuracy and completeness.
Processed vendor invoices in a timely manner.
Performed data entry into accounting system to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
Resolved payment issues with vendors as needed.
Maintained accurate records of all dispatches, including manifests, invoices and other documents.
Prepared daily reports on dispatching activities, including number of loads shipped, locations and any delays or issues encountered.
Coordinated with drivers to ensure timely completion of assigned routes while adhering to safety standards.
Provided customer service support by responding promptly to inquiries related to order tracking or delivery status.
Communicated effectively with internal departments such as logistics, sales and operations regarding shipment statuses.
Performed data entry tasks into company's computer system in order to track shipments throughout their journey.
Collect and input information for prompt and accurate processing of payroll.
Communicated regularly with vendors via phone, email, or mail regarding invoice inquiries or payment requests.
Administrative Officer
Steriline Racing Permanent PT
Mount Barker, SA
02.2021 - 06.2023
Customer Service
Customer Service: incoming phone calls, directed callers to the appropriate personnel or department; email enquiries
Accounts Payable
Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
Processed invoices, purchase orders and other financial paperwork in accordance with company policies.
Updated customer database information in a timely manner.
Achieved timeline and quality targets when organizing large volume of records.
Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Reconciled vendor statements, investigated and resolved discrepancies.
Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status or payment issues.
Verified accuracy of coding on invoices prior to processing payments.
Monitored accounts receivable aging reports to ensure timely payments.
Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.
Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policy guidelines.
Ensured proper authorization for all purchases made by the organization.
Performed account reconciliations as required including bank statement reconciliation, credit card reconciliations.
Developed processes and procedures related to accounts payable operations.
Assisted with preparing journal entries related to accounts payable transactions.
Identified areas where operational efficiencies can be improved in the accounts payable process.
Payroll
Processed payroll information for up to 30 employees, including calculating wages and deductions.
Verified accuracy of timekeeping records to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
Resolved discrepancies in employee payments and benefits calculations.
Maintained accurate records of all payroll transactions.
Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial reports related to payroll activities.
Prepared tax documents for submission to government agencies.
Created ad hoc reports for management upon request using various software applications.
Human Resource Management
Maintained accurate records of employee information such as wages, performance reviews, benefits, leaves of absence.
Admin Support
Co-ordinated travel arrangements for staff, including flights, hotels and car rentals.
Ensured timely and correct payment of travel allowances.
Exports Coordinator – Contract 12 Months
TOLL Global Forwarding
Kilburn, SA
12.2019 - 02.2021
Full Customer Service for entire export process – FCL, LCL and Airfreight
Communicate with clients and provide quotes
Invoicing for timely payment of accounts
Create jobs in CargoWise 1 -Inttra platform booking and logging system between forwarder and shipping lines
Coordinate transport
Obtain Export Clearances
Submit Pre Receival Advice for terminal admission
Adhere to international Customs requirements.
Administrator – Contract
TOLL Transitions
Mawson Lakes, SA
10.2019 - 12.2019
Attend to client communications by phone and email to member calls and requests.
Flight bookings by email, phone and on computer platforms then communicate results to case workers and clients within time lines.
Accommodation bookings and communicate results to case workers and clients within time lines.
Created new cases and ongoing data management.
Maintained accurate department and customer records.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate services for clients.
Rostering Clerk
Community Living Australia
Mount Barker, SA
07.2019 - 09.2019
High client contact requiring maximum communication and analytical skill through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Provided excellent service and attention to clients when through phone conversations.
Support for Regional Rostering Service
Contacting Support Worker and Clients to cover shifts
Continual compliance with award rates.
Collaboration with Scheduling Officers to manage roster templates.
Leveraged software skills to input and compile data gathered from various sources.
Temporary Admin Assistant L2 - Invoicing and Dispatch
SAPC
12.2018 - 02.2019
High volume data entry
Customer Service & Cash Sales
Data Base Management
Order Processing from major retailers
Logistics - Freight documentation and bookings
Pallet management.
Temporary Admin Assistant L2 - Invoicing and Logistics
Paris Creek Farms
08.2018 - 11.2018
attended to high volume telephone calls
Processing Orders for major retailers and small business
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Invoicing Credits
High volume data entry
Logistics - Freight documentation and bookings
Customer Service.
Updated MYOB system with order specifics and customer details, preferences and billing information.
Casual Customer Service/Orders/Accounts
FARM GARDEN Herbs and Produce
04.2016 - 09.2017
Orders
Packing and processing
Invoicing
Customer service and delivery.
Casual Sales Administration/Reception
First National Real Estate Pope Nitschke (Mount Barker)
, SA
03.2015 - 06.2015
Owner/Operator of Commercial Sheep Stud
CR & CG Dunn
Tumby Bay, SA
01.2002 - 01.2013
HR; Payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable; Business Activity Statements
Sales & marketing
Create and maintain progeny data base and performance figures (complex spreadsheet)
Data entry and letter typing to exacting standard
Coordinate and liaise with various small business advisors from financial, legal sectors and Agricultural sector
Adherence to all relevant industry legislation and guidelines regarding Chemical Handling, wool production and sales, commercial sheep production and sales, Stud Sheep operation, grain production and sales, employees OWHS, payroll, BAS.
Casual Customer Service Officer
Elders Real Estate and Stock Agents – Tumby Bay
01.2007 - 06.2007
Clerical Officer L2
District Council of Tumby Bay
Tumby Bay, SA
06.1998 - 12.2005
Temporary Student Information Officer ASO2
TAFE (Port Lincoln Campus)
01.1998 - 06.1998
Temporary Clerical Officer ASO1
SAPOL West Coast CIB & Port Lincoln SES
09.1997 - 01.1998
Care and Protection Unit Clerk ASO1
Courts Administration Authority – Youth Court
05.1995 - 09.1997
Receptionist/Administration Assistant ASO1
Department for Correctional Services
10.1994 - 05.1995
Education
Legal Secretarial Diploma - Legal Secretarial
Adelaide Legal Secretarial College
Adelaide, SA
12-1993
Certificate - Real Estate Sales
Real Estate Institute of SA
Adelaide, SA
07-1992
Diploma - Applied Pschology
Estia College
Online
Skills
Inbound Call Management and customer service
Excellent written and verbal skills
Database Management and high volume data entry
High volume order processing, payment processing
Logistics, Despatch and Exports
Accounts payable and receivable; Banking, journaling, aged reports
Payroll
Clearances
DCSI
Police
Education Training
Legal Secretarial Certificate - Adelaide Legal and Commercial College
Real Estate Sales Certificate - TAFE
Counter Skills - Handling Difficult Clients - Department for Correctional Services
Applied Psychology - Case Management - Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP)
Active communication; Cultural Competence - Estrada College
References
TumbyReceivableNeutrogordinated
Stephanie Powell, SA Branch Manager, Toll People, 0411 458 124
Cromwell Irving, Group Financial Controller, Steriline Racing, 0414 264 534
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