Alex Lokhnauth
Minneola,FL
Summary
Accomplished Business Office Director at Tenekecioglu International Corp, adept in financial management and fostering staff leadership. Streamlined operations, achieving significant cost savings and enhancing team productivity. Excelled in staff training, operational improvements, and establishing key partnerships, demonstrating a strong blend of analytical and interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Office Director
Tenekecioglu International Corp
10.2020 - 02.2024
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, resulting in cost savings and improved service quality.
- Facilitated training sessions for employees, ensuring they had the necessary skills to excel in their roles within the organization.
- Developed office policies that promoted a professional atmosphere while also fostering teamwork among staff members.
- Oversaw financial operations such as accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll.
- Maintained accurate records regarding payroll processing, benefits administration, and other HR-related tasks as needed.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders through clear communication and timely follow-up on requests or concerns.
- Created detailed financial reports for upper management, allowing for informed decisionmaking.
- Provided guidance and support to employees during challenging situations or periods of change within the company.
- Coordinated meetings and events for both internal staff and external clients or partners.
- Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
- Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
- Set and administered budgets with detailed tracking.
Assistant Controller
Talbert And Talbert
07.2016 - 10.2020
- Ensured integrity of general ledger accounts through regular reconciliations, adjustments, and detailed documentation.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by partnering with other departments on special projects aimed at improving overall company performance.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing efficiency.
- Mentored junior team members in accounting best practices, fostering a positive work environment and professional development opportunities.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions with a focus on timely payment processing while minimizing bad debt exposure.
- Implemented new accounting software systems, improving data accuracy and reducing processing time.
- Identified areas for cost-savings by conducting regular reviews of vendor contracts and negotiating favorable terms when possible.
- Developed comprehensive budgets for various departments, enabling effective resource allocation and expense management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Calculated salesperson commissions based on established parameters and disbursed payments.
Business Office Administrator
Florida Lifestyle Property Management
06.2014 - 07.2016
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative processes and organizational systems.
- Played an instrumental role in successfully migrating company data during an IT overhaul while minimizing downtime or disruptions for staff members.
- Organized and maintained critical documentation required for regulatory purposes guaranteeing organization-wide adherence to industry standards.
- Reduced operational expenses by optimizing resource allocation and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Facilitated smooth communication within the office by acting as a liaison between different departments and teams.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing training and support on office software and tools.
- Coordinated with vendors to negotiate contracts for supplies, equipment, and services at competitive prices.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through implementing strict data security measures for both physical files and electronic systems.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
- Managed and properly accounted for petty cash issued to facilitate general office activities.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 27 employees.
- Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
Education
No Degree - Notary Public
State of Florida Executive Department
Online 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Baruch College of The City University of New York
New York, NY05.1994
Skills
- Staff Training and Development
- Staff Leadership
- Operations Management
- Payment Processing
- Business Analysis
- Organizational Development
- Financial Management
- Business Administration
- Human Resources Management
- Business operations management
- Relationship Building
- Office Administration
- Employee Onboarding
- Office Management
- Training and coaching
- Payroll Processing
- Account Reconciliation
- Payroll Management
- Inventory Control
- Administrative Support
- Sales Support
- Payroll and budgeting
- Mentoring
Timeline
Business Office Director
Tenekecioglu International Corp
10.2020 - 02.2024
Assistant Controller
Talbert And Talbert
07.2016 - 10.2020
Business Office Administrator
Florida Lifestyle Property Management
06.2014 - 07.2016
No Degree - Notary Public
State of Florida Executive Department
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Baruch College of The City University of New York