Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
References
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Amber Wheeler

Manchester,NH

Summary

Experienced business administrator with a strong history at SAU#53, skilled in annual budget formulation and impactful communication. Orchestrated financial strategies, overseeing budgets exceeding $85 million, while significantly contributing to team development and project management. Exhibits exceptional adaptability and dedication to excellence, ensuring compliance and maintaining financial integrity.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Administrator

SAU#53
Pembroke, USA
05.2015 - Current
  • Prepare and manage the budget for the SAU Central Office and five districts, managing $85 million in funds.
  • Oversee cash flow management and financial activities, including accounts receivable and payable processing, payroll administration, banking functions, grants, facility operations, and transportation.
  • Analyze financial data to create reports that aid school board decisions on operational growth.
  • Ensure adherence to GAAP principles while establishing effective internal controls.
  • Act as an administrator for eight school boards within senior leadership discussions.
  • Assess economic conditions to adjust budgets according to fiscal implications.
  • Negotiate contractual agreements, securing beneficial terms from auditors and bankers.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operational efficiency.

Chief Business Affairs/Chief Financial Officer

Nashua Community College
Nashua, USA
04.2008 - 05.2015
  • Directed accounting and business functions, encompassing facilities operations and risk management for college.
  • Ensured compliance with GAAP while establishing internal controls and best practices.
  • Developed operational and capital budget projections totaling $15 million to support strategic initiatives.
  • Oversaw cash management, IT services, facilities operations, and grant administration.
  • Compiled financial data to generate reports that informed managerial decision-making.
  • Led strategic planning efforts to enhance profitability and foster educational growth.
  • Created annual budgets, monitoring performance to achieve established objectives.
  • Analyzed business operations to project future revenues and expenses for informed fiscal planning.

Audit Support

Brad Borbidge, P.A
Concord, USA
01.2004 - 04.2008
  • Reviewed and prepared final reports for trial balances, Form 990, and Form 8868.
  • Ensured compliance with GAAP principles and regulations throughout reporting processes.
  • Interacted directly with clients to address inquiries and deliver timely updates.
  • Prepared supporting documentation for auditors, facilitating thorough audits.
  • Assisted in developing internal audit schedules to enhance evaluation timeliness.
  • Collaborated with audit department to ensure efficient audit facilitation.
  • Provided support during audits across multiple locations in New England.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Officer

Portsmouth Ford
Portsmouth, USA
05.2002 - 01.2004
  • Managed accounts payables and receivables, ensuring timely invoicing and payment processing.
  • Conducted daily deposits and reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Verified accuracy of postings and documents for compliance with accounting standards.
  • Executed financial calculations for amounts due, interest charges, and balances.
  • Processed vendor payments promptly to maintain positive supplier relationships.
  • Maintained detailed records of debit, credit, and account transactions in databases.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies through thorough verification of accounting statements.
  • Oversaw car rental policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.

Education

MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

Southern New Hampshire University
NH
01.2008

B.A. - AMERICAN STUDIES

Franklin Pierce College
NH
01.2002

Skills

  • Staff supervision
  • Budget management
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Operations oversight
  • Financial reporting
  • Project collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Problem solving
  • Adaptability
  • Project management
  • Process optimization
  • Best practices identification
  • Training documentation
  • Accounting software proficiency
  • Risk assessment
  • Process development
  • Team leadership
  • Operational efficiency
  • Critical thinking

Additional Information

Willing to Relocate

Certification

  • Business Administration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business Administrator

SAU#53
05.2015 - Current

Chief Business Affairs/Chief Financial Officer

Nashua Community College
04.2008 - 05.2015

Audit Support

Brad Borbidge, P.A
01.2004 - 04.2008

Accounts Payable and Receivable Officer

Portsmouth Ford
05.2002 - 01.2004

MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

Southern New Hampshire University

B.A. - AMERICAN STUDIES

Franklin Pierce College

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