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Angela Dodge

Angela Dodge

Bay City,MI

Summary

To obtain a full-time position within a progressive, growth-oriented, and challenging organization, desiring a reliable, well-rounded person, utilizing my extensive skills in administrative support, accounting associate, customer, marketing, office management, and other office procedures.

I am proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Associate

Element Materials Technology
06.2019 - Current
  • Processed invoices and maintained accurate records using accounting software.
  • Assisted in monthly reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline data entry processes for efficiency.
  • Supported audit preparations by organizing documentation and responding to inquiries.
  • Maintained a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive financial information, promoting trust among clients and colleagues.
  • Increased departmental organization by maintaining accurate records of financial transactions and creating detailed reports.
  • Addressed and resolved complex and unexpected variances.
  • Directed gathering of required documentation and files for account audits and completed reviews.
  • Collaborated with auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements during annual audits.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and stay current with industry trends, benefiting the company''s overall financial management.
  • Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors in financial reporting.
  • Provided exceptional customer service while addressing client inquiries regarding their financial matters in a timely manner.
  • Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances through diligent follow-up and negotiation efforts.

Recruitment Specialist

Midland Daily News
01.2017 - 06.2019
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and develop job descriptions.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with recruitment agencies to expand talent pool options.
  • Implemented creative marketing techniques for job postings, showcasing company culture and attracting top-quality candidates.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Collaborated with creative teams to produce compelling ad content aligned with brand messaging.
  • Managed social media accounts, enhancing engagement through strategic content scheduling and interaction.
  • Developed, proofread, and edited copy for adherence to brand standards and voice.
  • Generated revenue growth by securing new clients and expanding services for existing accounts.
  • Streamlined internal processes, resulting in increased efficiency within the advertising department.
  • Collaborated with graphic designers to create visually appealing advertisements that resonated with target audiences.
  • Coordinated printed material requirements for operational departments, promotions, special events, and private parties.
  • Delivered measurable results for clients by closely monitoring campaign performance and making data-driven optimizations.
  • Created content for websites and online publications.
  • Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
  • Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
  • Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
  • Promoted and marketed works through social media platforms.
  • Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
  • Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.
  • Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts, and arranged designs to attract target readership.
  • Built, established and maintained relationships with sources.
  • Collaborated with illustrators and photographers to enhance content.

Administrative Assistant & Marketing

Monique Gilbert, Realtor, Berkshire Hathaway
01.2015 - 02.2017
  • Managed scheduling and appointments for clients, ensuring efficient time management.
  • Assisted in preparing marketing materials, enhancing property visibility and client engagement.
  • Maintained organized filing system, improving document retrieval and compliance with regulations.
  • Coordinated open houses and property showings, streamlining logistical arrangements for optimal client experience.
  • Utilized CRM software to input client data, ensuring up-to-date information for sales strategies.
  • Collaborated on team projects, contributing insights that improved operational workflows and efficiency.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Improved document processing speed by introducing automated templates for routine correspondence.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
  • Performed research to collect and record industry data.

Accounting Manager

Midland Resort Hotel
2013 - 05.2015
  • Hotel sold, entire staff let go
  • Managed monthly financial closings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Implemented process improvements in accounts payable/receivable, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Prepared detailed financial reports for upper management, facilitating informed decision-making.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, ensuring transparency and adherence to regulations.
  • Streamlined reporting processes using advanced accounting software, reducing turnaround time for financial statements.
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
  • Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
  • Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.
  • Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
  • Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
  • Contributed to successful external audits, preparing all necessary documentation and facilitating auditor inquiries.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to support strategic planning efforts, providing critical financial insights.
  • Reduced outstanding accounts receivable through more effective communication strategies with clients.

Education

Associate of Arts - English/Communications

Delta College

Diploma - undefined

Midland High School

Skills

  • Administrative Support: Ability to use multi-line phone systems and excellent time management Working knowledge of all general office equipment Use of job specific equipment, such as large book binding copiers, laminators, collators, etc Exceptional business letter writing in a variety of styles Experienced in completing and filing many types of legal documents Extremely strong grammar, spelling and editing skills Reliable and accurate data entry
  • Computer Skills: Strong and proven capabilities with Microsoft programs for over 15 years, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Creation of a wide variety of documents, spreadsheets, and presentations Ability to communicate effectively with the general public for computer tutorials Hands on experience replacing hard drives, modems, graphics cards and other hardware Practical usage of Quick Books and Microsoft D365 for billing, purchasing and inventory
  • Web Design & Marketing: Creation and Maintenance of websites including all SEO and Meta and Key optimizations Layout and design of small business Web Pages, using Dreamweaver, Adobe Contribute, Page Builder, FrontPage, etc… All digital photography (ie, taking photos, resizing, cropping, editing, uploading, etc ) HTML coding, uploading and text work Document scanning and uploading Promoting Web Pages through search engine submissions and SEO strategies Implementing marketing strategies Writing ad copy, commercial scripts Social Media Marketing within several types of outlets Maintaining and writing content copy for blogs, social media platforms, advertising
  • Accounting and Finance: Accounts payable and receivable; Daily Revenue Reporting, along with tracking daily deposits and cash flows; Credit card and bank reconciliations; Month End reports; Annual and Monthly Budget reporting; Managing Night Auditors and their nightly tasks Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Sales Tax forms and filings
  • Technical & Business Writing: Rewriting of entire procedural manuals for Union Overtime Manning positions Compiling data and writing large and varied financial and investment programs Composing effective business communications Writing Year-End reports with both financial and statistical data Rewriting of entire lease packet, including, but not limited to, lease, application and credit request forms Editing for a publishing company including two books Writing and publishing quarterly newsletters and brochures
  • Training & Instruction: Effectively implementing training programs and performing as an instructor for different levels of personnel in use of PhotoShop programs, scanning and resizing documents and upload procedures to Websites Training customers/clients in use of general PC applications
  • Photography: Commercial photography of vehicles and homes All aspects of watermarking, re-sizing, uploading to websites, etc
  • Interpersonal: Proven strengths in verbal, oral and written communication skills with all levels of personnel Demonstrated experience working well with management, peers and customers/clients

Timeline

Accounting Associate

Element Materials Technology
06.2019 - Current

Recruitment Specialist

Midland Daily News
01.2017 - 06.2019

Administrative Assistant & Marketing

Monique Gilbert, Realtor, Berkshire Hathaway
01.2015 - 02.2017

Associate of Arts - English/Communications

Delta College

Diploma - undefined

Midland High School

Accounting Manager

Midland Resort Hotel
2013 - 05.2015

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