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April Parsons

Dardanelle,AR

Summary

Experienced administrative professional in higher education, focusing on budget management and data analysis. Skilled in utilizing multiple computer applications to optimize operations and coordinate teamwork. Recognized for improving workflow efficiency and adhering to FERPA compliance, driving organizational effectiveness.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Fiscal Support Analyst

Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR
05.2025 - Current
  • Oversee front desk reception duties, including answering phones, responding to inquiries, and greeting visitors
  • Monitor and ensure all in-person, electronic, and phone contacts are handled politely and professionally
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, and staff regarding inquiries and general information
  • Verify and process requisitions, travel requests, and compile all financial information used by the supervisor to formulate budget proposals and monitor expenditures to ensure optimum operating efficiency
  • Process all financial transactions, including requisitions, reimbursements, invoices, and purchase orders
  • Maintain accurate records and produce financial reports when needed

Executive Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA)

Independence Community College
Independence, KS
05.2021 - 05.2025
  • Provided clerical support for day-to-day operations of the division (e.g., VPAA, Registrar, Advisors, Faculty, and Division Chairs)
  • Performed bookkeeping and budget management in support of the Academic Budget process to include running reports for data review and cleaning data as necessary
  • Organized and maintained payroll contracts and overload sheets for both adjuncts and full-time faculty
  • Compiled, prepared, and completed documents, to include personnel files with HR on faculty/adjunct
  • Tracked and entered purchase orders, travel requests, and absence reports for faculty and staff
  • Maintained syllabi by division in cooperation with the VPAA
  • Proctored ACT testing and substitute classes for faculty when they are unavailable
  • Student record-keeping in the database system
  • Processed transcript requests in cooperation with the Registrar
  • Managed room reservations for faculty, alumni, and local organizations in the academic building
  • Complied with FERPA guidelines and coordinated the completion of all ICC FERPA forms

Administrative Assistant

Community First Trust Company
Russellville, AR
01.2019 - 05.2021
  • Prepared and maintained client documents for the senior officer’s book of business
  • Input and processed payment of invoices and bills for client accounts
  • Lead coordinator of office supplies across five branches
  • Performed administrative tasks including scheduling, correspondence, form preparation, and follow-up
  • Processed paperwork and data entry into trust accounting software for new client relationships

Department Manager

Wal-Mart
Russellville, AR
01.2016 - 01.2019

Customer Service Manager

Wal-Mart
Lawrence, KS
01.2013 - 01.2016

Education

B.S. - Business Administration and Business Management

Arkansas Tech University
01.2020

A.A. - General Studies

Barton County Community College
01.2011

Skills

  • Microsoft Suite
  • Adobe Design
  • Powercampus
  • Colleague
  • Selfserve
  • Classlink
  • Canvas
  • Blackboard
  • 10 Key
  • CPE Certificate
  • IRA School
  • Banner
  • Application Navigator

Affiliations

  • Community engagement with military veteran organizations, Russellville, AR
  • Master Staffer award in 2023 and 2025, Independence Community College, KS

References

  • Nichole Edwards, Current Colleague, Arkansas Tech University, (479) 209-1519, nedwards4@atu.edu
  • Wendy Niemeyer, Former Colleague, Independence Community College, (620) 252-9683, wniemeyer@indycc.edu
  • Chelsy Shields, Former Supervisor, Community First Trust Company, (785) 342-3347, chelsy@communityfirsttrust.com

Timeline

Fiscal Support Analyst

Arkansas Tech University
05.2025 - Current

Executive Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA)

Independence Community College
05.2021 - 05.2025

Administrative Assistant

Community First Trust Company
01.2019 - 05.2021

Department Manager

Wal-Mart
01.2016 - 01.2019

Customer Service Manager

Wal-Mart
01.2013 - 01.2016

B.S. - Business Administration and Business Management

Arkansas Tech University

A.A. - General Studies

Barton County Community College

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