Kenda Hildebrandt
Knowledge Quest Academy
Johnstown,CO
28
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist skilled in managing invoices, tracking expenses, and maintaining vendor files. Achieved effective financial controls through meticulous record-keeping and prioritization of diverse accounting tasks. Accomplished Biomedical Equipment Technician experienced in maintaining, repairing, and installing medical equipment, dedicated to minimizing equipment failures through preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
Work History
Finance Manager
2 Years 2 Months- Directed annual budgeting and forecasting to align financial plans with academic and operational priorities.
- Prepared month-end and year-end financial reports for leadership review and board presentations.
- Oversaw accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing for accurate, timely transaction flow.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and audit requirements across finance operations.
- Streamlined finance processes to improve accuracy, consistency, and turnaround for routine reporting.
- Collaborated with administrators and department leaders to manage budgets and resolve funding variances.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Streamlined internal audit process, enhancing efficiency and reducing discrepancies.
- Prepared annual staff contracts and kept detailed spreadsheets for tracking.
- Notary Public
- Processed invoices, matched purchase orders, and verified supporting documentation for accurate payment approval.
- Maintained accounts payable records, filing systems, and audit-ready documentation for compliance reviews.
- Applied district purchasing policies to confirm coding, approvals, and budget alignment before disbursement.
- Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
- Updated vendor information regularly, ensuring accurate contact details and banking information for prompt payments.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Enhanced financial accuracy through diligent reconciliation of vendor statements and company records.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Infinite Visions
- Prepared reports for annual audit
- Weekly check runs
- Input and tracked student fees in Infinite Campus
Accounts Payable Specialist
4 Years 5 Months- Processed high-volume invoices independently, ensuring timely payments and vendor satisfaction.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately processing invoices and journal entries.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Managed bookkeeping and accounting systems, achieving high accuracy in data entry and record maintenance.
- Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
- Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Monitored income and expenses using accounting software to support financial reporting and budget compliance.
- Maintained current understanding of state and federal accounting procedures to prevent legal or compliance issues.
Substitute
2 Years 9 Months- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Documented daily activities and student progress in reports for primary teacher.
- Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
- Facilitated engaging discussions to foster student interest and enhance learning outcomes.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to help with difficult subjects.
- Tracked student attendance and assignment completion to ensure continuity during teacher absences.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Oversaw high school classrooms during teacher absences to ensure continuity of instruction. during teacher absences.
- Utilized outlined grading procedures and assessment strategies to document and report on student growth, development and understanding.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Administrative Assistant
2 Years 7 Months- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, enhancing business correspondence.
- Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Coordinated appointments, meetings, and conferences to ensure smooth scheduling and communication.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel.
- Maintained accurate department and customer records.
- Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
- Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
- Updated system to organize office documentation, improving workflow efficiency.
Bank Teller I
10 Months- Cashed customer checks, verified identification and checked account balances in accordance with bank policy.
- Served numerous customers during high-volume shifts while maintaining composure and professionalism under pressure.
- Reconciled cash and checks against computer records at end of shift.
- Welcomed customers and offered pleasant service during entire transaction.
- Responded and assisted customers with account inquiries and updates.
- Entered transactions into computer and issued customer receipts.
- Adhered to strict guidelines regarding financial and customer data to avoid breaches and information misuse.
- Identified and reported suspicious behavior to security personnel.
- Identified and mitigated potential fraud and transaction risks, enhancing overall security protocols.
- Increased knowledge of banking products and services by actively participating in available training classes and workshops offered to employees.
- Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships through personalized service and attention to individual needs.
- Performed transactional, operational, and customer support tasks through knowledge of bank procedures and products.
- Counted drawers and reconciled remaining cash to accept for deposits and dispersals.
- Adhered to financial services security and audit procedures.
- Trained employees on cash drawer operation.
Biomedical Equipment Technician II
6 Years 7 Months- Administered preventive maintenance on medical equipment according to equipment schedule.
- Calibrated and monitored devices following installation.
- Installed medical equipment after comprehensive inspection, calibration and testing.
- Repaired medical equipment after thoroughly testing to diagnose root issues.
- Repaired medical equipment, replacing or correcting broken parts, shorts, voltage, clearances and tolerances.
- Inspected malfunctioning medical equipment with test and analysis instruments.
- Demonstrated correct operation and preventive maintenance of medical equipment to personnel.
- Examined facility's structural environment and equipment to protect patients and staff from electrical or mechanical hazards.
- Repaired medical equipment, ensuring functionality by replacing or correcting broken parts, shorts, voltage, clearances, and tolerances.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Resolved equipment issues, enhancing customer satisfaction through knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Followed oral and written directions to ensure task completion and compliance.
- Followed oral and written directions.
- Improved work processes and trained team members, demonstrating leadership and fostering a collaborative environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Technology Certificaton - Electronics
Skills
Accounts Payable
Transaction Verification
Payment Processing
Financial Recordkeeping
General Ledger Management
Financial Compliance Management
State Regulation Compliance
Precision and Accuracy
Cash flow management
Budget Management
Inventory Assessments
Account Reviewing
Data entry
Internal controls
Departmental Collaboration
Vendor communication
Mentoring and training
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Planning & Organizing
Critical Thinking
Skilled in Infinite Visions
Confidential materials
Cash flow management
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Finance Manager
Knowledge Quest Academy
08.2023 - 10.2025Read More
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Weld County School District RE-5J
12.2018 - 05.2023Read More
Substitute
Weld County School District RE-5J
03.2016 - 12.2018Read More
Administrative Assistant
GEICO
09.2005 - 04.2008Read More
Bank Teller I
Navy Federal Credit Union
10.2004 - 08.2005Read More
Biomedical Equipment Technician II
GE Medical Systems
02.1998 - 09.2004Read More
Autry Technology Center
Technology Certificaton from Electronics
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Northern Oklahoma College
Associate of Applied Science from Information Technology
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