Amber Bradford
Katy,Texas
Summary
Pragmatic executive level business professional with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and customer relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals to meet future demands.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President
Equipment Resources International
01.2018 - Current
- Cultivate strong relationships with key customers and vendors to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Demonstrate proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborate with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Developed new revenue streams by identifying growth opportunities and forging strategic partnerships with key industry players.
- Delivered strong financial performance despite challenging economic conditions by executing new aspects of business operations.
- Responsible for various global projects by implementing seamless execution and on-time deliveries
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Maximized company revenue through customer involvement and new marketing strategies.
- Analyze complex financial information to provide accurate recommendations to other business partners.
- Track operations to ensure effective execution of time, market conditions and customer focus.
- Responsible for implementation of continuous quality improvement.
- Oversee marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Maintain P&L and shoulder corporate fiscal responsibility.
Accountant
Equipment Resources International
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices and enforcing stricter credit control policies.
- Prepared and filed tax forms.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Assisted in successful negotiation of payment terms with vendors and suppliers, improving company's cost-efficiency.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Executive Secretary
Equipment Resources International
04.2007 - 01.2012
- Direct support to the President & Vice President
- Handled confidential information in a professional manner.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Demonstrated flexibility adapting quickly when new tasks or responsibilities arose, maintaining a high level of performance under pressure.
- Strengthened relationships with clients through attentive service and prompt issue resolution.
- Interacted with vendors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and bookings for executive staff.
- Streamlined office operations for optimal efficiency by implementing effective filing systems and organizational tools.
- Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences / Magna Cum Laude -
A&M, Commerce, Texas
12.2015
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Intuit / QuickBooks
- Microsoft Outlook
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Results-Driven
- Operations Management
- Sales and Marketing Leadership
- Financial Management
- Operational management
- Business Administration
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Vice President
Equipment Resources International
01.2018 - Current
Accountant
Equipment Resources International
01.2012 - 01.2018
Executive Secretary
Equipment Resources International
04.2007 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences / Magna Cum Laude -
A&M, Commerce, Texas