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Alisha Williams

Woodstock,VA

Summary

Professional management and administration with focus on operational excellence and team collaboration. Skilled in office management, client relations, and efficient workflow processes. Reliable with strong problem-solving abilities, adaptable to changing needs, and driven by achieving impactful results. Strong communication and leadership skills ensure seamless coordination and support for team objectives.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Branch Office Administrator

Edward Jones
12.2017 - Current
  • Managed daily operations and streamlined administrative processes to ensure efficient branch performance and optimal client service.
  • Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing onboarding experience and operational knowledge retention.
  • Coordinated marketing efforts to promote branch services, increasing local visibility and client acquisition.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by fostering strong relationships, personalized service and prompt resolution of issues; leading to increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and implementing appropriate policies and procedures.
  • Coordinated community outreach efforts, enhancing the company''s local presence and reputation for corporate responsibility.
  • Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
  • Organized meetings for executives; coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants and catering.
  • Regional Event Coordinator for annual awards recognition and annual family events; including planning, hiring catering and entertainment, and decorating venue.

President & CEO

Systems Engineering Solutions, Inc.
01.2006 - 09.2017
  • Executive manager and majority owner involved in strategic planning and execution of Systems Engineering Solutions business development and growth in the market place. Directing and implementing decisions regarding corporate functions such as financial, accounting, technology, contracts, and human resources.

Chief Financial Officer

Kottmann, Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Executive manager responsible for the corporate financial and resource management functions entailing development of strategic plans for financial stability and growth, dealing with financial institutions, audits and budgetary forecasts reflecting costs vs. corporate expenditures and investments.

Comptroller

Kottmann, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Executive manager in charge of financial, contractual, resources, and accounting functions. Developed standards and procedures for resource functions, controls and audits. Participated in internal and third party audit functions to insure compliance with the exercise of accounting principles, streamlined accounting functions utilizing automated systems, and monitored revenue and cost controls for senior management.

Contracts/Accounting Manager

Kottmann, Inc.
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Managed staff responsible for Government and Commercial contracts and accounts, coordinated audits by Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and external audit firms maintaining and scrutinizing compliance with accounting principles and contractual conformity.

Accounting/Contracts Specialist

Kottmann, Inc.
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Responsible for both Government and Commercial contracts in the Information Technology (IT) arena dealing with automated systems (SYMPAQ) and maintaining the corporate balance sheets. Coordinated with sales and business development staff for viable and supportable rates structures and profitability margins.

Accounting/Contracts Specialist

Systems Engineering Solutions, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1996
  • Worked for the corporate Comptroller in the accounting and contracts department dealing with accounts payable/receivable, budget vs. expenditures forecasts, and audit controls utilizing automated systems (SYMPAQ) and internally developed billing system (INFORMIX).

University of Florida, Interstate Shell, and Pizza Hut
01.1993 - 01.1995
  • Employed in various service related, administrative, and financial functions.

Clerk/Typist

Haun-Magruder Insurance Agency
01.1992 - 01.1993
  • Provided general office administrative support such as typing, computer data entry, mail/merge management, and filing duties.

Education

Diploma -

Central High School
Woodstock, VA
06.1993

Some College (No Degree) -

Lord Fairfax Community College
Middletown, VA

Skills

  • Executive Management
  • Accounting and Financial
  • Staff training and development
  • Office Management and administration
  • Document & spreadsheet development
  • Human Resources
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Event coordination
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Senior Branch Office Administrator

Edward Jones
12.2017 - Current

President & CEO

Systems Engineering Solutions, Inc.
01.2006 - 09.2017

Chief Financial Officer

Kottmann, Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2006

Comptroller

Kottmann, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2005

Contracts/Accounting Manager

Kottmann, Inc.
01.1998 - 01.2000

Accounting/Contracts Specialist

Kottmann, Inc.
01.1996 - 01.1998

Accounting/Contracts Specialist

Systems Engineering Solutions, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1996

University of Florida, Interstate Shell, and Pizza Hut
01.1993 - 01.1995

Clerk/Typist

Haun-Magruder Insurance Agency
01.1992 - 01.1993

Diploma -

Central High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Lord Fairfax Community College