La Quita Washington, MBA
About La Quita Washington, MBA
La Quita Washington, MBA, serves as the Accounts Payable Manager at FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, Inc., where she has worked since 2018. She has a strong background in accounting and finance, holding both a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.
Work at FlexSteelPipelineTechnologies
La Quita Washington has served as the Accounts Payable Manager at FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, Inc. since 2018. In this role, she participates in the year-end and monthly accounts payable close process, ensuring that all deadlines are met. She oversees the reconciliation of expense reports and invoice coding, maintaining accurate financial control. Washington supports external auditors during quarterly and annual audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. She has implemented new procedures and processes aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the accounts payable department.
Education and Expertise
La Quita Washington earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Accounting and a Minor in Finance from the University of Phoenix, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting from the same institution, studying from 2015 to 2016. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in financial management and accounting principles.
Professional Background
Prior to her current position, La Quita Washington held various roles in the accounting field. She worked as an Accountant at Breitburn Energy for five months in 2018. Before that, she served as a Lead Accountant at DXP Enterprises, Inc. from 2014 to 2018, where she gained extensive experience in financial reporting and management. Additionally, she worked as a Financial Aid Assistant at Texas Southern University from 2008 to 2009, which contributed to her understanding of financial processes in an educational setting.
Achievements in Accounts Payable Management
In her role as Accounts Payable Manager, La Quita Washington has successfully managed international, confidential, and domestic accounts, ensuring timely payments and adherence to company policies. Her contributions include the implementation of new procedures that have improved the efficiency of the accounts payable department. Washington's proactive approach in supporting external audits has also reinforced compliance and accuracy in financial operations.