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lauraj.nolen@gmail.com 817 E. Harrison St Home (219)866-4469
Rensselaer, IN 47978 Cell (219) 869-0355
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Proven ability to drive multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines. Solid track record of
improving cash flow, improving accounting processes, reducing error rates, and improving
efficiency. Extensive knowledge of accounting processes, including G/L, A/P, A/R, payroll, and
taxes. Expertise with major accounting and ERP systems, including Navision, Epro, Lawson,
AS400, and Quickbooks. Proficient with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and
Access. Experience with Powerway document storage system.
EXPERIENCE
Accounts Payable Coordinator February 2010 – Present
Republic Services, Inc., Brook, Indiana
Highlights:
 Processed an average of 300 invoices per month across seven divisions.
 Developed an A/P process which reduced invoice over-payments by 75% and improved A/P
efficiency while reducing workload.
 Developed a filing system for A/P and A/R which increased efficiency, reduced workload,
and improved error rates.
 Developed and maintained excellent relationships with employees, customers and suppliers
through efficient handling of invoices and quick resolution of billing issues.
 Developed a daily correspondence database to improve contact management and record
retention.
Responsibilities:
 Coordinate processing and approval of all accounts payable invoices. Calculate invoice-
related figures including discounts, percentage allocations and credits. Verify the details of
transactions, including funds received and total account balances. Research and resolve
billing and invoice issues. Code the general ledger. Process vendor invoice payments.
 Prepare month end accrual entries for posting.
 Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports and presentations, including reports used by the
Controller.
 Facilitate real-time communication between departments, clients and vendors to quickly
resolve issues.
 Reconcile General Ledger to monthly manager logs.
 Assist the A/R coordinator with billing and ticket merges.
 Prepare financial and regulatory reports to meet legal, regulatory and Board of Director
requirements.
 Process monthly Host Fee, Pension, and Indiana Department of Revenue payments.
 Assist office staff with the learning curves for Epro, Lawson, AS400, and TRUX, etc.
 Train the A/R and A/P team on accounting processes and software.

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 Prepare daily, weekly, and month-end customer reports including tonnage reports and
customer activity reports.
 Reconcile electronic invoices
 Reconcile transportation invoices to TRUX report before posting to accounting software.
 Receive, record and deposit cash, checks and vouchers. Reconcile bank statements.
Accounts Receivable Coordinator May 2007-February 2009
Allied Waste Services, Brook, Indiana
Highlights:
 Updated the accounting quality system.
Responsibilities:
 Verified details of transactions, including funds received and total account balances.
 Deposited third party checks, as well as monthly reserve transfers.
 Opened and assigned new client accounts.
 Researched and resolved billing and invoice issues.
 Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations.
Staff Accountant December 2002 – August 2006
ICON Transportation, Remington, Indiana
Highlights:
 Developed process work instructions for the Finance department.
 Developed a daily correspondence tracking database to improve contact management and
record retention.
Responsibilities:
 Reconciled petty cash, daily cash report to G/L, daily cash deposits to cash projection report
and daily cash report, independent contractor fuel surcharge, escrow accounts.
 Produced weekly reports including fuel and trip cost, retail direct delivery, and gross profit.
 Reconciled retail direct revenue, fuel surcharges, and gross profits to financial statements
EDUCATION
St. Joseph College, Rensselaer, Indiana
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, CPA Track, July 2002
Minor: Economics
Overall GPA: 3.9/4.0 (Suma Cum Laude)
Accounting GPA: 4.0/4.0
Purdue University North Central Campus, Westville, Indiana
Certificate of Secretarial Arts, May 1978
Major: Secretarial Arts

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Boy Scouts of America-Committee Chairman, Treasurer, and Den Leader (7 years)
Big Sister in Big Buddy Program
Habitat for Humanity
Rensselaer High School Band Booster
Burr Oak Mennonite Church: Choir and Worship Team, Church Council (Finances)-
Assisted Admin Assistant with Finances, Assistant Treasurer, Youth Group Refreshment
Chairperson