Blake Glenn
Sac City,IA
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in financial documentation and departmental oversight. Coursework completed towards a bachelor's in accounting with intention to continue education. Strong drive to further develop accounting skills and challenge myself professionally.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parts Manager
Van Wall Equipment
Sac City, Iowa
04.2025 - Current
- Drive departmental revenue by optimizing parts sales strategies while controlling expenses for profitability.
- Supervise and mentor 1-2 parts specialists to enhance departmental operations and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with corporate parts analysts to maintain accurate and relevant inventory levels.
- Achieve compliance in monthly and quarterly audits focused on cash flow, inventory management, and process compliance.
- Participate in quarterly business review meetings to analyze financial performance against budget.
Accounting Specialist - Sales Processor
Van Wall Equipment
Urbandale, IA
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Handled sales processing functions for golf, compact construction, and forklift equipment ensuring accuracy of all documentation submitted by salespersons, settlement of equipment with John Deere, and proper application of bonuses.
- Prepared and issued invoices for equipment sales with a focus on general ledger account allocation, proper sales tax application, and consistency with financial records.
- Served as the primary contact with salespersons to identify and correct any discrepancies with sales documents.
- Entered and reconciled equipment and parts invoices and credits from John Deere for 33 locations.
- Created a new, efficient reconciliation tool using Power Query, significantly reducing the time of monthly reconciliation of the John Deere parts statement.
Parts Specialist
Van Wall Equipment
Urbandale, IA
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Identified and sourced parts, accessories, and STIHL equipment to fulfill customer and shop needs.
- Verified that daily inbound shipments of orders were consistent with invoices through proper receipting.
- Resolved order discrepancies through effective communication with vendors.
- Consistently passed monthly audit requirements aimed at maintaining accurate inventory.
- Assisted customers in finding appropriate personnel to meet their specific needs.
Assistant Superintendent/Grounds Maintenance
The Legacy Golf Club
Norwalk, IA
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Executed course preparation tasks, including changing pin locations, mowing greens, tees, and fairways, and dragging sand traps for regular play, tournaments, and outings.
- Maintained turfgrass through fertilization, pesticide application, mowing, aeration, and other cultural practices.
- Monitored and fixed irrigation performance and output, repairing damaged or malfunctioning irrigation lines and heads.
- Contributed to the maintenance of all grounds equipment, golf carts, and buildings.
- Strengthened organizational ability by balancing multiple projects at once.
- Promoted to Assistant Superintendent after one year of employment.
H.V.A.C Service Technician
Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Grimes, IA
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Diagnosed and inspected heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment for faults, safety hazards, and code violations in a residential application.
- Summarized and relayed findings to homeowners by presenting a multitude of solutions to the problems faced by each homeowner.
- Uphold the company's high regard for customer service by undergoing weekly training and following specific customer service protocol.
- Enhanced communication skills by interacting with diverse customers and ensuring their satisfaction.
Substitute Teacher
West Des Moines Community Schools
West Des Moines, IA
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Facilitated all classroom lessons, activities, and behavior of 20-30 adolescents in place of the regular teacher.
- Developed confidence in decision-making with minimal supervision.
- Used positive reinforcement and built relationships with students to increase classroom motivation.
- Adapted lesson plans and activities based on student response in order to receive more student participation and connection.
Air Driver
United Parcel Service
Cedar Falls, IA
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Performed 5-20 local deliveries of overnight air parcels using straight truck.
- Adhered to safety protocols and delivery instructions to ensure quality customer service.
- Enriched customer relationships through prompt and efficient service.
Package Handler
United Parcel Service
Cedar Falls, IA
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Demonstrated organizational and multi-tasking skills to accurately place 600-1500 packages per day.
- Collaborated with many co-workers on the flow of warehouse operations to meet efficiency standards.
- Demonstrated flexibility by learning six different positions in the warehouse in less than a year.
Desk Assistant
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Counseled students with questions and concerns regarding residency.
- Sorted and distributed all mail, packages, and special deliveries that came to the residence hall.
- Accurately filed and organized personal information of approximately 500 residents.
Residential Assistant
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Developed community among new students and staff members by using positive leadership skills.
- Planned and implemented 1-2 personal and professional developmental programs per month for residents in residence hall.
- Enforced behavior management and documented violations according to policy.
- Resolved conflicts between roommates and staff members on a regular basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting - Public
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO12-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2018
Skills
- Financial documentation & reconciliation
- Invoice & statement processing
- Excel & process improvement
- Data accuracy & attention to detail
- Customer & team support
- Problem solving and process efficiency
Certification
Power BI Certificate, 04/01/23, The Learning Resources Network in partnership with Des Moines Area Community College, This certification verifies successful completion of Power BI certificate program by meeting all requirements and passing all tests with a grade of 80% or higher.
Timeline
Parts Manager
Van Wall Equipment
04.2025 - Current
Accounting Specialist - Sales Processor
Van Wall Equipment
11.2023 - 11.2024
Parts Specialist
Van Wall Equipment
01.2022 - 11.2023
Assistant Superintendent/Grounds Maintenance
The Legacy Golf Club
08.2020 - 01.2022
H.V.A.C Service Technician
Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
03.2019 - 02.2020
Substitute Teacher
West Des Moines Community Schools
08.2018 - 03.2019
Air Driver
United Parcel Service
06.2017 - 06.2018
Package Handler
United Parcel Service
06.2016 - 06.2018
Desk Assistant
Northwest Missouri State University
08.2015 - 05.2016
Residential Assistant
Northwest Missouri State University
08.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting - Public
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of Northern Iowa