Amy Branham
Rosamond,CA
Summary
Accomplished accounting professional with a robust background in optimizing accounting processes, including account reconciliation, financial auditing, and meticulous record maintenance to enhance operational efficiency and achieve targeted outcomes. Expertise as a Professional Permitting Coordinator includes navigating complex regulatory frameworks and cultivating stakeholder relationships to secure timely project approvals. Strong analytical abilities and exceptional communication skills drive project success while managing permit applications and ensuring regulatory compliance. Recognized for a collaborative approach, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to achieving project goals while upholding the highest standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Permitting Coordinator
Revolt Electric
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated permit applications, ensuring compliance with local regulations and deadlines.
- Streamlined communication between stakeholders, improving project timelines and reducing delays.
- Reviewed technical documents to verify accuracy and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive tracking system for permitting processes.
- Managed relationships with government agencies, facilitating efficient permit approvals and renewals.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure timely completion of permitting tasks, resulting in smoother project execution.
- Processed payments for fines and fees, maintained accurate drawers, issued receipts, and updated account balances.
Staff Accountant
VALLEY OASIS
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborate with the CFO to oversee all Accounting Department functions, ensuring efficient and accurate financial operations.
- Assist in the development of annual budgets with the CEO and CFO, enabling strategic financial planning and allocation of resources.
- Answer calls when needed while ensuring essential documents and communications are received promptly and securely.
- Act as a secondary reviewer of payroll for accuracy, leading to a 98% reduction in payroll errors and ensuring timely and error-free employee compensation.
- Manage and maintain comprehensive records of grant expenditures, ensuring proper documentation and achieving a 100% compliance rate with grant requirements.
- Prepare and post general ledger entries, resulting in a 95% accuracy rate and reducing audit review time by 35%.
- Process accounts payable invoices and payments bi-monthly, meticulously reviewing and verifying backup documentation.
- Prepare and submit monthly sales tax; maintain meticulous paperwork filing for comprehensive financial record-keeping.
Owner/Operator/Accountant
O GRIP RIGGING, INC.
02.2019 - 05.2023
- Prepared, delivered, and processed weekly and monthly invoices, receipts, and payments varying from $10K-$1M by recording cash, checks, and card transactions while maintaining high accuracy and integrity.
- Performed accounting processes, including handling account receivables/payables, setting quotes/pricing for clients, and completing monthly GL account reconciliation to improve internal controls and company financials.
- Created, tracked, and maintained documentation of COIs, W-9s, and rental contracts to optimize cash management.
- Crafted and interpreted accounting reports for material and cost of goods to enhance business financial health.
- Sourced and purchased equipment of up to $70K per transaction in accordance with set budget and resources.
- Posted journal entries in software system by examining documentation for various accounting transactions.
- Carried out regular bookkeeping and file maintenance for multiple clients to analyze and enhance business cash flow.
Accounting Assistant/Payroll Administrator
THE MACHINA GROUP, INC.
02.2018 - 02.2021
- Created, issued, and disturbed weekly/bi-weekly paychecks, direct deposits, benefits withholding, payroll deductions, federal and state taxes, union, non-union, and certified payroll to optimize cash transactions process.
- Prepared and updated current and new hire paperwork following state and federal laws to enhance overall efficiency.
- Conducted and issued year-end statements of 1099’s and W2’s to review and verify all financial transactions.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of 401(K) retirement plans, health plans, and other benefits for staff payroll.
- Performed reconciliations of monthly bank and credit card statements and reviewed general ledger amounts to match with financial statements, including assets, liabilities, expenses, and revenues.
- Classified and recorded financial data by gathering and entering proper coding on accounting documents.
- Completed data processing and manipulation from multiple sources to analyze and generate reports using MS Excel.
Manager Assistant
PEOPLE READY
04.2016 - 02.2018
- Prepared, tracked, and distributed scope of work to ensure seamless flow of all operations and meet project goals.
- Performed bid-related distribution, follow-up, tracking, and circulation to bidders to achieve project deliverables.
- Created, issued, and finalized subcontracts of purchase and change orders to generate significant cost savings.
- Established and maintained beneficial relationships with subcontractors and vendors to ensure high product quality.
- Drafted monthly cost status and forecast documents, along with applying budget changes to allocate resources.
- Reviewed, handled, and logged insurance certificates to reduce risk exposure and protect against third-party liability.
Office Manager Assistant
SERVICE MASTER BY PBC
04.2016 - 02.2018
- Provided strategic direction for effective management and execution of key projects to drive optimal profitability.
- Prioritized and delegated daily work to technicians to ensure seamless workflow and maximize office productivity.
- Cultivated business relationships with insurance adjusters and general contractors to fulfill set project requirements.
- Acted as primary liaison between customer and insurance carrier to assess and resolve complex queries.
- Prepared, reviewed, and updated invoices and customer files while maintaining compliance with set policies.
- Achieved maximum customer satisfaction by creating and supervising teams to meet and exceed set expectations.
Payroll Technician
LEARN 4 LIFE (AVLA)
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Created master employee payroll record file for information entry into payroll system while keeping high accuracy.
- Performed detailed investigation to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies to maintain accuracy and integrity.
- Reviewed and validated I-9 requirements for employee eligibility and authorization prior to payroll processing.
- Assessed payrolls and applied proper deductions for taxes, retirement, insurances, and other authorized deductions.
- Conducted review and screening of bimonthly timesheets of 2000 staff in 16 separate charters for high accuracy.
- Developed and audited timekeeping records to confirm strict compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Delivered excellent support to employees regarding payroll-related questions and resolved issues/discrepancies while collaborating with departmental managers as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Art - Psychology
National University College
01.2025
Business/Accounting
Antelope Valley Community College
01.2016
Administration of Justice
Pasadena Community College
01.2010
Administration of Justice
Cerro Coso Community College
01.2007
Administration of Justice
University of Phoenix
01.2007
Skills
- Accounts Payable/Receivable
- Financial Analysis and Reporting
- Bookkeeping & Accounting Records
- Office Management
- General Ledgers
- Payroll Processing
- Project Management
- Database Administration
- Local government engagements
- Document review
- Permit application preparation
- Permit tracking
Timeline
Permitting Coordinator
Revolt Electric
05.2025 - Current
Staff Accountant
VALLEY OASIS
05.2023 - 05.2024
Owner/Operator/Accountant
O GRIP RIGGING, INC.
02.2019 - 05.2023
Accounting Assistant/Payroll Administrator
THE MACHINA GROUP, INC.
02.2018 - 02.2021
Manager Assistant
PEOPLE READY
04.2016 - 02.2018
Office Manager Assistant
SERVICE MASTER BY PBC
04.2016 - 02.2018
Payroll Technician
LEARN 4 LIFE (AVLA)
02.2015 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Art - Psychology
National University College
Business/Accounting
Antelope Valley Community College
Administration of Justice
Pasadena Community College
Administration of Justice
Cerro Coso Community College
Administration of Justice
University of Phoenix
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