Overview
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Education
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Areem Parker

Areem Parker

Temple,USA

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Super 8
10.2017 - Current
  • Coordinated and processed bi-weekly staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage and operational efficiency.
  • Managed all Human Resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance with labor regulations.
  • Processed bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time for all hotel staff.
  • Oversaw procurement of supplies through HD Supply and conducted weekly shopping for breakfast and guest amenities.
  • Operated key hotel systems including Ezlite and Booking Extranet; responsible for daily open/close procedures and managing oversell situations.
  • Provided front desk coverage during staff shortages, ensuring consistent guest service and operational continuity.
  • Delivered visionary leadership to inspire staff and elevate guest satisfaction, contributing to overall financial success.
  • Collaborated with department heads to define and align goals with the hotel’s strategic objectives.
  • Developed and managed budgets to maximize profit margins while maintaining service quality and guest satisfaction.
  • Led sales and marketing initiatives, creating targeted strategies to promote hotel services and increase occupancy.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and upkeep by regularly inspecting guest rooms, public areas, and hotel grounds.

Accounting/AP Clerk

Seton Medical Hospital
12.2016 - 04.2017
  • Recorded accounting transactions by preparing journal entries, batching totals, and inputting data into the accounting system.
  • Reconciled account statement balances with general ledger accounts; prepared monthly detailed analysis and resolved discrepancies.
  • Compiled and maintained accurate documentation for expenditures, ensuring a well-organized accounting resource file.
  • Prepared input documents and reconciled monthly details to general ledger balances for accuracy and compliance.
  • Generated invoices for non-patient billing and maintained detailed records of customer accounts.
  • Compiled, prepared, and distributed financial data for internal and external reporting.
  • Responded to accounting inquiries and supported special projects, including preparation of work papers for year-end audits.

Janitor and Cleaner

ISS Facility Services
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Performed physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods (up to 12-hour shifts).
  • Safely lifted and moved items weighing up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
  • Worked in dry, cold, and freezer storage areas, maintaining productivity and safety in extreme temperatures.
  • Operated and maintained material handling equipment such as forklifts, Barretts, and pallet jacks (certification and training completed as required).
  • Met strict shipping, receiving, and inspection deadlines, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of inventory movement.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area to support safety and efficiency in daily operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals and support warehouse logistics.

Accounting Assistant II

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
08.2014 - 08.2016
  • Assisted in the collection, preparation, recording, reconciliation, and reporting of financial data under limited supervision.
  • Verified supporting documentation and account balances using appropriate tools and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Accurately entered financial data into accounting systems, maintaining integrity and consistency across records.
  • Prepared clear, concise, and accurate financial reports and forms for internal departments and external agencies.
  • Provided clear communication regarding financial systems and processes to ensure understanding among stakeholders.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to inquiries related to financial matters, offering guidance and clarification as needed.
  • Maintained effective communication with vendors, customers, and internal departments, resolving disputes and discrepancies efficiently.
  • Resolved issues related to general ledger, fixed assets, accounts payable/receivable, treasury, and payroll in collaboration with department heads and staff.

Lead Accounting Clerk

VA Hospital
12.2013 - 06.2014
  • Processed and resolved payments for the VA Hospital, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial procedures.
  • Managed timekeeping and vacation tracking for a team of 12 employees, maintaining up-to-date records.
  • Collected, sorted, and recorded invoices and checks, maintaining thorough transaction logs and documentation.
  • Entered data from daily work logs into accounting systems and tracked consumer issues requiring refunds or adjustments.
  • Assisted senior accounting staff with departmental tasks, supporting smooth financial operations.
  • Managed purchase advice information, resolved discrepancies, and coordinated with warehouse teams and investors.
  • Supported daily bank reconciliations, processed Mortgage Insurance (MI) transactions, and posted journal entries.
  • Assisted with general ledger account reconciliations, corporate deposits, and lease accounting system maintenance.
  • Participated in monthly close procedures and performed additional accounting tasks as assigned by management.

Night Auditor Supervisor/ Accounting Manager

Hilton Garden Inn
10.2010 - 11.2013
  • Operated accounting software to record, store, and analyze financial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Performed bookkeeping tasks including account balancing and nightly audits.
  • Verified figures, postings, and documents for mathematical accuracy and proper coding.
  • Classified, recorded, and summarized financial data using journals, ledgers, and computerized systems.
  • Processed debits, credits, and account totals using spreadsheets and specialized accounting software.
  • Utilized 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and generate financial documents.
  • Received, recorded, and deposited cash, checks, and vouchers, maintaining accurate financial records.
  • Compiled statistical and financial reports related to cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable/receivable, and profit/loss.
  • Greeted and registered hotel guests, assigned rooms, and verified customer credit and payment methods.

Forklift Operator

Mars Pet Care
04.2007 - 10.2008
  • Loaded and unloaded dog food and materials for shipping and receiving, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, lift beams, hoists, and elevating platforms to transport and stack materials safely.
  • Inspected product loads for accuracy and secured items for delivery to designated areas within the warehouse or facility.
  • Drove gasoline- and electric-powered vehicles to move materials between loading, processing, and storage zones.
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment, including cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, and replacing gas tanks.
  • Operated and monitored automatic stacking, loading, packaging, and cutting machines to maintain production flow.
  • Opened chutes and turned valves to release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment while meeting production and safety standards.

Chaplin Assistance / Book Keeper

U.S. Army
09.2002 - 01.2007
  • Performed administrative and clerical duties, including quarterly audits, monthly reconciliations, and organized filing systems.
  • Collected, counted, and disbursed funds; conducted basic bookkeeping and completed banking transactions.
  • Communicated with customers, employees, and external contacts to answer questions, explain procedures, and resolve concerns.
  • Managed incoming calls, directed inquiries, and took messages in a professional and timely manner.
  • Compiled, copied, sorted, and filed records of office activities, business transactions, and other documentation.
  • Prepared and mailed bills, contracts, invoices, policies, and checks, supporting financial operations.
  • Operated office equipment including photocopiers, scanners, fax machines, voicemail systems, and computers.
  • Computed, recorded, and proofread data for accuracy in reports and records.
  • Maintained and updated filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, both manually and electronically.

Education

Doctorate - Theology

Rich Word Theological Institute
06.2020

AAS - Business Management

Temple College
Temple, TX
05.2010

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate leader with over 15 years of experience driving operational excellence across hospitality, healthcare, logistics, and administrative sectors. Recognized for streamlining processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency while fostering collaborative, high-performing teams. Skilled in navigating complex challenges with sound judgment, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. Known for a warm, outgoing personality and a commitment to cultivating positive workplace cultures. Organized, dependable, and always willing to take on new responsibilities to support team success and organizational growth.

Timeline

General Manager

Super 8
10.2017 - Current

Accounting/AP Clerk

Seton Medical Hospital
12.2016 - 04.2017

Janitor and Cleaner

ISS Facility Services
09.2016 - 02.2017

Accounting Assistant II

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
08.2014 - 08.2016

Lead Accounting Clerk

VA Hospital
12.2013 - 06.2014

Night Auditor Supervisor/ Accounting Manager

Hilton Garden Inn
10.2010 - 11.2013

Forklift Operator

Mars Pet Care
04.2007 - 10.2008

Chaplin Assistance / Book Keeper

U.S. Army
09.2002 - 01.2007

AAS - Business Management

Temple College

Doctorate - Theology

Rich Word Theological Institute

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