Aaron Collymore
D'Abadie
Summary
Organized Finance Professional skilled in assessing client needs and cultivating compelling solutions. Adequately equipped in planning and implementing Finance optimization projects. Well-trained decision maker with focused attention on detail and drive to manage order flows and processes with expert precision. Offering exemplary client relationship and support skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Business Partner/ Financial Control Admin
Unilever Caribbean Limited
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Prepares daily Sales Reports for the entire organization ensuring all daily sales are tracked and targets are being met
- Creates Rebates to facilitate the processing of credit notes for customers as well as validating and releasing of these documents to the customer accounts
- Resolves all price related queries/issues while ensuring all prices and discounts are maintained and updated in a timely manner
- Ensures all price related audit controls are being maintained and adhered to monthly
- Reviews prices based on both micro and macro-economical factors that will influence the retail price of UCL products to consumers
- Works in coordination with namely the UCL marketing team, through the development of business cases, to validate the Profitability as well as Growth of key brands and innovations within the UCL portfolio
Finance Generalist
Unilever Caribbean Limited
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed and maintained roughly 60 customer accounts for both the Local and Export markets
- Established monthly collection files for both Local and Export Debtors which was updated daily to show an accurate collections position
- Prepared and provided statements to the Sales team for all their respective customers monthly to facilitate improved collection performance
- Ensured application forms for new customers are correctly done, made the necessary follow up verifications and support the governance procedure by doing the accounting view
- Reviewed and maintained customer credit limits annually
- Managed customer credit review, billing, and cash receipts processing
- Implemented proper recording and application of cash, management of outstanding invoices and direct interfacing with customers on collection matters and dispute resolution
- Assisted various departments within the organization with the entire Purchase to Pay Process
- This entailed creation of Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders, Processing of supplier invoices for payment and ensuring payments were completed on time and in full
- Prepared debit/credit notes via rebate and manual credits systems, on a timely basis, ensuring good customer relations
- Resolved customer queries as well as queries from internal departments inclusive of requests from auditors, both internal and external
- Reviewed and released orders on credit hold, ensuring the appropriate approvals were received in accordance with the company's Table of Authority to satisfy customers orders
- Reconciled the Subsidiary Ledger with the General Ledger to ensure accuracy of the details with respect to local, export and inter-company trade debtors, dishonored cheques, and legal action documents
- Prepared Journals for any adjustments maintaining the integrity of all information
Finance Clerk, (Casual Employee)
Unilever Caribbean Limited
07.2016 - 03.2019
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements related to Accounts Payable, Treasury and Accounts Receivables
- Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets, and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring all transactions were recorded accurately and on time.
- Helped staff complete special projects by organizing documentation and supplies to handle forecasted demands
- Maintained accurate physical and virtual records management and data entry systems with 100% data integrity
- Provided excellent customer service when addressing inquiries related to billing or account issues, resolving disputes efficiently and professionally.
- Facilitated smooth month-end closing processes by preparing necessary journal entries, account analyses, and supporting schedules.
- Drafted and uploaded concise journal entries into accounting software systems.
- Prepared inter-departmental correspondence, technical memos and reports.
- Collaborated with colleagues to resolve any discrepancies in financial records or reports.
Porter, (Casual Employee)
Unilever Caribbean Limited
10.2011 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Unloaded and loaded items from conveyors, machines, and conveyances.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Upheld cleanliness standards throughout the factory floor, ensuring a hygienic work environment conducive to productivity.
- Addressed potential safety hazards quickly, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries among staff members.
- Maintained a safe work environment for all employees through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
Education
CAPE A'Levels - Accounting Unit 1&2, Business Management Unit 1&2, Spanish Unit 1&2
Queen's Royal College
Port Of Spain, POS06.2011
CXC O'Levels - Principles of Accounting, English A, French, Mathematics, Spanish, Technical Drawing
Queen's Royal College
Port Of Spain, POS06.2009
Skills
- Customer Service and customer relationship development
- Cash Flow Management
- Reporting and Decision Support
- Data analysis
- Database Management
- Audit Coordination
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
- Problem-Solving
- Effective Time Management skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
References
- Nanda Persad, Head of Business Partnering, Carib, 1-868-374-5933
- Bryan Fuentes, Current Management Accountant, Unilever Caribbean Limited, 1-868-682-2175
Timeline
Finance Business Partner/ Financial Control Admin
Unilever Caribbean Limited
09.2021 - 03.2024
Finance Generalist
Unilever Caribbean Limited
04.2019 - 08.2021
Finance Clerk, (Casual Employee)
Unilever Caribbean Limited
07.2016 - 03.2019
Porter, (Casual Employee)
Unilever Caribbean Limited
10.2011 - 06.2016
CAPE A'Levels - Accounting Unit 1&2, Business Management Unit 1&2, Spanish Unit 1&2
Queen's Royal College
CXC O'Levels - Principles of Accounting, English A, French, Mathematics, Spanish, Technical Drawing
Queen's Royal College
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