JUDY JOHNSTON

#15, 11310 - 109 Avenue

Edmonton, AB T5H 2E1
Phone: (780) 760-1842
email:johnstonjl@shaw.ca

January 31, 2011

WATERLOO FORD

RE: RECEPTIONIST
I would like to apply for the above position advertised.
I am an experienced Accounts Receivables/Payables clerk with post secondary training in
accounting and finance. I am a valueable worker, diligent and thorough in my work. In
my positions, I have had to meet tight deadlines and work under time constraints and
varying conditions. I am independent, self-motivated, approachable and flexible.

I have worked with various accounting software including : ACCPAC, IMAGIS,

ORCALE and various in-house accounting systems

I look forward to speaking with you more about this position.. I can be reached at home
(780) 760-1842..

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Judy Johnston
Attachment: Resume
JUDY JOHNSTON
#15,11310 - 109 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5H 1E2
Phone: (780) 760-1842
email:johnstonjl@shaw.ca

OBJECTIVE: To contribute to your organization’s success through the use of

exceptional customer service, administration and accounting.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
6 Over 15 years experience in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
7 Known for thoroughness and attention to detail
8 Exceptional versatility and adaptability in meeting tight deadlines
9 Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple tasks
in a busy environment
10 Enjoy working with others while accomplishing tasks
11 Diligent, task-oriented and self-motivated

RELEVANT SKILLS

ACCOUNTING/COMPUTER SKILLS:
12 Prepared invoices accurately and managed accounts payable
13 Performed bank reconciliations; made appropriate journal entries in a timely manner
14 Proficient in Accounting software packages such as ACCPAC, Simply Accounting,
SAP, Great Plains Dynamics, IMAGIS and Ocrale.
15 Skilled in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook; typing speed 40-45 wpm
16 Made cash payments to workers on site, keeping strict controls over security and cash
accounting protocols
17 Performed clerical duties including filing and record systems

ADMINISTRATIVE/ORGANIZATION SKILLS:
1 Worked in a methodical manner with attention to procedures and protocol
18 Answered phones courteously for up to 35 staff, screened calls and took messages
19 Worked with 2 other staff to set up new hires into computer; entered personal data for
up to 150 new employees for payroll
20 Recorded hour and sick time using Excel spreadsheets and sent off time sheets to
Dept of National Defense within deadlines
21 Oriented new staff to area and assisted them with office processes such as
photocopying, laminating and computer access

CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS:

1 Interacted easily with a wide variety of personalities
22 Scheduled meetings, took messages and made appointments for 35 staff
23 Coordinated travel arrangements on a regular basis for executives
24 Providing excellent customer service to the 150 military personnel, working six days
 a week in extreme conditions
25 Extensive experience with the public providing information in a courteous and
attentive manner
26 Courteously followed up with customers and employees to ensure invoices were sent
and payment was sent out on time

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

McKAY TECHNICAL INSTITUTE –Accounting and Finance certificate
GOODWATER HIGH SCHOOL – Goodwater, SK – Grade 12

ADDITIONAL TRAINING/ CERTIFICATES

Call Centre Training
Collections Training
ACCPAC (Windows)
Afghanistan OP ATHENA Pre-deployment Training Program
WHMIS

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Department of International & Intergovernmental

Relations & Aboriginal Relations
Accounts Payable Temp (Oct 5 -Nov 26)

AADAC/Alberta Health Services

Accounts Payable/Vendor Maintenance
Validation & Customer Service November 13, 2008 -
March 31, 2010 (Contract)

Alberta Construction Safety Association April 07- July 08

Accounts Payable

Various temporary positions 2006-2007

PTI International – Military Base in

Kabul, Afghanistan June 05 – Nov 05

Other contract positions 1998 – 2005

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation 1982 - 1998

Positions: Clerical Assistant 5 years
Accounts Payable 1 year
Accounts Receivable 10 years