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Angella Perez

Chicago,IL

Summary

Proven track record running successful operations, from inception to completion. Effective team leader and communicator able to manage cross-functional teams to improve efficiencies, and implement policies and procedures to ensure customer satisfaction. Led and managed multi-site organizations that include sales, quality control, logistics, customer service, accounting and human resources. Extensive training in behavioral science and communication.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Remote Administrative and Payroll Specialist

Controllers Group Inc
07.2021 - Current
  • Worked with the Accounting and HR Departments to on board new hires and process payroll
  • Work as a liaison between contractors and recruiters to answer questions about day to day operations
  • I work with both AR and AP sections of the accounting department to send out weekly and daily invoices as well as processing and recording incoming payments
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
  • I work with the collections department to contact customers and find a solution to overdue payments
  • Manage the customer facing side of the President's second business.
  • Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
  • Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
  • Collaborated with human resources, adcounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.
  • Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
  • Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
  • Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
  • Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
  • Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
  • Prioritized invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms.
  • Reconciled vendor statements and researched and corrected discrepancies.
  • Matched invoices to checks.
  • Maintained files and documentation in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
  • Assisted manager in conducting internal audits to analyze findings.
  • Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize project completion.
  • Performed work according to project schedules and established quality standards.
  • Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
  • Conducted research to assist with routine tasks and special projects.

Bookkeeper

Chicken and Chairs Digital Marketing
07.2020 - Current
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.

Bookkeeper

TMZ Sierra DBA Online Trading Academy Sacramento
02.2019 - Current
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.

Executive Assistant

Brokerage and Transportation Sales Inc
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Collaborated with executive-level management in development of performance goals and long-term operational plans to maximize profitability
  • Accountable to develop and maintain relationships with department heads, external partners, and vendors
  • Produce reports monthly, and weekly
  • Manage procurement processes and coordinate material and resources allocation
  • Keep calendar’s for the VP/Owner
  • Act as liaison between broker and warehouse
  • Receive new business inquiries and respond with appropriate quotes.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
  • Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Transcribed meeting minutes to support sales, business development and senior management teams.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.

Sr Operations Manager

Seiden Strategies
02.2020 - 06.2020
  • Laid off due acquisition of company
  • Collaborate with executive-level management in development of performance goals and long-term operational plans to maximize profitability
  • Accountable to develop and maintain relationships with department heads, external partners, and vendors to make decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goals
  • Monitor employee productivity while initiating better business practices
  • Evaluate overall performance by gathering, analyzing and interpreting data and metrics from various sources
  • Developed analysis to better understand
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.
  • Managed employee-related issues encompassing labor, turnover and diversity.
  • Allocated resources to planned programs according to business objectives.
  • Prepared documents for internal and external audits.
  • Promoted use of multichannel communication strategies, automated chat and social messaging.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Operations Manager/Executive Assistant

Istanbouli Acquisitions DBA Online Trading Academy
07.2017 - 04.2020

Produce daily reports, and weekly schedules for staff

  • Followed owner to new company
  • Collaborate with executive-level management in development of performance goals and long-term operational plans to maximize profitability
  • Accountable to develop and maintain relationships with department heads, external partners, and vendors to make decisions regarding operational activity
  • Produce business monthly reports, weekly course schedules for multiple classes and instructors including all aspects of travel management
  • Manage procurement processes and coordinate material and resources allocation
  • Handled the planning of sales events of all sizes
  • Managed business finances as well as Owner’s personal finances and bank accounts
  • Managed the bookkeeping for business and acted as liaison between Owner’s and Accountants
  • Managed the Owner’s investment properties.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
  • Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
  • Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
  • Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
  • Developed and maintained automated alert systems for important deadlines.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for president, vice president and director of education.
  • Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email and faxes.
  • Upheld strict timetables by maintaining accurate, balanced calendars.
  • Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
  • Used QuickBooks to produce monthly invoices, reports, and other deliverables.

Salon Leader

Haircuttery, Lincoln Park and Wicker Park
08.2015 - 07.2017
  • Established strategic direction for the management and merger of two salons
  • Developed stylist’s talent, skills, and provided leadership for two teams
  • Evaluated, and assisted with hiring and termination of team members
  • Led employee productivity towards established objectives and managing daily activities
  • Managed and directed all day to day salon operations including scheduling, budgeting, inventory control and loss prevention.

Salon Manager/ Personal Assistant

Hail the Hair King
01.2011 - 07.2015
  • Managed all day to day operations including scheduling all appointments for stylist and the owner
  • Managed the owner’s personal calendar
  • Maintained relationships with suppliers and vendors
  • Responsible for the salon’s bookkeeping
  • Created an amazing client experience to ensure clients rebooking and consistent cash flow.

Waitress Manager

Fat Jacks
11.2010 - 07.2012
  • Responsible for scheduling, hiring and disciplinary action
  • Welcomed new hires by training them until they were comfortable to work on their own
  • Held quarterly meetings to discuss any upcoming changes
  • Anticipated the needs of my guests to give the best customer service
  • Had extensive knowledge on all the products we served which changed on a consistent basis.

Education

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Governors State University
Park Forest, IL
2024

Associates of Fine Arts - Business Administration

City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL
2019

Cosmetology - Cosmetology

Paul Mitchell The School
Tinley Park, IL
2010

Skills

  • SalesForce
  • Quickbooks Desktop
  • Quickbooks Online
  • Vendor & Contract Management
  • Administrative Department Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Project Management
  • Employee Training and Development
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Salesforce Platform
  • Cost Reduction and Containment
  • Multi-site Operations Management
  • Product Development
  • Inventory Management
  • Calendar Management
  • Skilled in Mediation
  • Customer Relations
  • Inbound Phone Call Handling
  • Business Correspondence
  • Staff Scheduling Procedures
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multi-Line Telephone Systems
  • Office Opening and Closing
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Interdepartmental Communication
  • Administrative Leadership
  • Google Suite
  • Employee Training
  • Conflict Management
  • Proper Phone Etiquette
  • Social Media Knowledge

Timeline

Remote Administrative and Payroll Specialist

Controllers Group Inc
07.2021 - Current

Executive Assistant

Brokerage and Transportation Sales Inc
08.2020 - 07.2021

Bookkeeper

Chicken and Chairs Digital Marketing
07.2020 - Current

Sr Operations Manager

Seiden Strategies
02.2020 - 06.2020

Bookkeeper

TMZ Sierra DBA Online Trading Academy Sacramento
02.2019 - Current

Operations Manager/Executive Assistant

Istanbouli Acquisitions DBA Online Trading Academy
07.2017 - 04.2020

Salon Leader

Haircuttery, Lincoln Park and Wicker Park
08.2015 - 07.2017

Salon Manager/ Personal Assistant

Hail the Hair King
01.2011 - 07.2015

Waitress Manager

Fat Jacks
11.2010 - 07.2012

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Governors State University

Associates of Fine Arts - Business Administration

City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College

Cosmetology - Cosmetology

Paul Mitchell The School
Angella Perez