Natalie C. Jones, APS
Natalie C. Jones, APS is a seasoned Accounting and Finance professional with more than 20 years of experience supporting complex financial operations across the engineering and plastics manufacturing sectors. She currently serves as an AP/AR Partner II at General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, where she oversees critical accounts payable and receivable functions, ensures the accuracy of financial transactions, and supports fraud detection and reconciliation processes. Known for her precision, dependability, and strong analytical mindset, Natalie plays a vital role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting internal compliance across the organization. Throughout her career, Natalie has built a distinguished track record of success with globally recognized companies—including Audemars Piguet, L’Oréal, Power Design, and Robert Half—where she consistently excelled in high-volume environments and ERP-driven operations. Her expertise spans Oracle, SAP, Infor M3, ERP systems, month-end close, account reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, fixed assets, and physical inventory management. Natalie is equally adept at vendor relations, payment processing, and resolving complex discrepancies, demonstrating her commitment to accuracy and operational excellence in every role she has held. Natalie’s professional qualifications include her Accounts Payable Specialist (APS) certification through the Institute of Finance and Management and a Life, Health, and Fixed Annuities license through the Florida Department of Financial Services. Attended Seneca College and a lifelong learner, she continues to expand her skills in finance, auditing, and problem-solving. Respected for her reliability, technical depth, and collaborative spirit, Natalie remains a trusted partner within the Greater Tampa Bay business community and a dedicated contributor to efficient, well-governed financial operations.
• Accounts Payable Specialist
• Life, Health and Fixed Annuities
• Notary Public
• Long Term Care Partnership Training
• Seneca Polytechnic
• Florida Department of Financial Services
• Credit Institute of Canada
• IInstitute of Financial Management
• Habitiat for Humanity
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my mentors and colleagues who believed in me. My hard work, persistence, and the work ethics instilled in me by my parents.. An unexpected path led me into accounting.
I give special mention to Colleen Jardim, Pauline Aspden, Robert LaRue, Parmjit Parmar and Jim Doyna whose early influence shaped my career. Those who led me within my discovery of a field I truly love.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice “Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” - Albert Einstein
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Keep up with technology, it’s changing at a rapid pace.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life center around compassion and advocacy, especially when it comes to those less fortunate and rescue animals.