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Carla Cannon

Dallas,OR

Summary

Versatile professional with a proven track record in food safety and nutrition, notably at Food Safety Net Services. Excelled in compliance monitoring, auditing processes, and leveraging strong analytical skills to enhance operational efficiency. Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams, achieving significant improvements in compliance and customer satisfaction. Skilled in data entry and adept at fostering positive relationships.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable Clerk

Dallas County
06.2023 - Current
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Reviewed employee expense reports against company policies, safeguarding corporate funds from misuse.
  • Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
  • Aided audit preparation efforts by maintaining organized records and promptly addressing auditor inquiries.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.

Food Compliance Officer

Food Safety Net Services
02.2021 - 05.2023
  • Develop and implement food safety compliance programs in accordance with FDA, USDA, and local health regulations.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits of facilities, processes, and products to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to address compliance issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Provide training and resources to staff on food safety practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor changes in food safety regulations and update internal policies accordingly.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Nutritionist

City of Dallas
07.2019 - 01.2021
  • Assess nutritional status and special needs of women, infants and children from health records, dietary questionnaires and knowledge of community nutrition issues
  • Provided appropriate follow-up according to patient's individual treatment goals and referred patients to outpatient and community services as appropriate.
  • Provide counseling and develop care plans for women, infants, and children who meet high risk criteria in protocol
  • Work with participants and/or their caregivers to help them set their own goal for change using Motivational Interviewing technique
  • Complete certifications on high risk participants as needed
  • Approve completed Medical Documentation Forms as outlined in WIC policy Performed validation activities by comparing daily reports with cash drawer
  • Make referrals to and coordinate care with health care providers and community agencies when appropriate

Bank Teller

Comerica Bank
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Communicated with customers to understand the reason for their visit and provided account services based on their feedback
  • Ensured that all customer needs were met accurately
  • Assisted the head bank teller with reconciling cash drawers to improve process
  • Created daily reports to show the total number of transactions and total cash flow
  • Performed validation activities by comparing daily reports with cash drawer
  • Worked closely with fellow team members to ensure accurate reporting
  • Sold and cross-sold bank products to new and existing customers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Food Science

Alabama A&M University
Normal, AL
12-2017

Skills

  • Data Entry
  • Invoice Processing
  • Vendor invoice processing
  • Auditing processes
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Document Review
  • Regulations enforcement
  • Compliance reviews
  • Purchase Order Management
  • Account Management
  • Year-end reporting
  • Auditing proficiency

Timeline

Accounts Payable Clerk

Dallas County
06.2023 - Current

Food Compliance Officer

Food Safety Net Services
02.2021 - 05.2023

Nutritionist

City of Dallas
07.2019 - 01.2021

Bank Teller

Comerica Bank
07.2018 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Food Science

Alabama A&M University
Carla Cannon