CHRISTINE CASTLE
Van Nuys,CA
Summary
Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
PROFFEASIONAL ORGANIZER & CLEANER
HOMEAGLOW
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY
01.2019 - Current
- Carry out regular inspections of work areas to ensure cleanliness standards are met and that health and safety regulations are adhered to.
PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO NICHELLE NICHOLS
GB ENTERTAINMENT LLC
WOODLAND HILLS, CA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Maintained confidential files related to personnel records or other sensitive information.
- Processed invoices related to business expenses incurred by the executive team.
- Performed calendar management and scheduling of appointments for the executive.
- Organized personal and professional calendars with reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
- Screened telephone calls and inquiries and directed as appropriate.
- Coordinated travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and itineraries, for both business and personal trips.
- Checked personal and professional activities to remind employer of priority tasks and deadlines.
- Assisted in planning and coordinating events, from small meetings to large corporate gatherings.
- Provided personal support to the executive, including errand running and personal shopping.
- Acted as the liaison between the executive and clients, maintaining strong professional relationships.
- Managed expense reports, including tracking receipts and processing reimbursements promptly.
- Kept patient health and personal information private and confidential.
- Transported clients to physician offices or on outings.
- Supported families during periods of disruption providing client help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
CFO & SR. ART CONSULTANT
ART WAVE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Burbank, CA
01.2000 - 01.2016
- Directed treasury operations including cash management functions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, customers, ensuring best value for company resources.
- Ensured timely filing of all required federal and state taxes; provided support during audits by regulatory agencies.
- Prepared annual budget plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly closing activities.
- Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with sales team.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
- Organized exhibitions featuring curated collections of artwork by emerging and established artists.
- Provided expert advice to clients regarding the selection, purchase, or commissioning of artwork.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for the acquisition of artwork for clients.
- Coordinated shipping logistics to ensure safe delivery of purchased artworks to clients' premises.
- Conducted market research on current trends in the field of contemporary art.
PROPERTY MANAGER
GREAT FIND DEVELOPMENT LLC.
Burbank, CA
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Ensured that all rent payments were collected on time by following up with delinquent tenants.
- Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
- Resolved tenant complaints quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Negotiated leases, rental agreements, and other contractual documents related to property management activities.
- Conducted periodic inspections of properties to ensure compliance with safety regulations and tenant requirements.
- Processed evictions when necessary in accordance with state laws and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions including rent collections, security deposits, and other income sources.
- Managed all maintenance requests from tenants in a timely manner.
- Developed marketing plans to promote vacant units through various channels such as online listings or print media ads.
- Prepared monthly reports detailing financial performance data such as revenue growth, expenses incurred.
- Advised owners on potential improvements or investments that could increase the value of their properties.
- Assessed rental applications, conducted background checks, and approved or denied prospective tenants based on established criteria.
- Handled resident complaints and expedited maintenance requests.
- Solicited and analyzed bids for repairs, renovation and general maintenance.
- Met with prospective tenants to show property and assess applications or sign leases.
Skills
- Quickbooks
- MS Office
- Online Banking
- ADP/Paychex Online Payroll Processing
- 62 wpm
- Vendor Sourcing
- Computer Skills
- Issue Resolution
- Inventory Management
- Multiple Priorities Management
- Customer Service
- Calendar Management
- Administrative Support
- Recordkeeping
- Attention to Detail
- Expense Reporting
- Invoice Processing
- Database Management
- Quality Control
- Report Writing
- Staff Management
- Project Oversight
- Travel administration
- Workers' compensation knowledge
- Human Resources Management (HRM)
- Travel Coordination
- Accounting
- Self-starter
- Strong Problem Solver
- AR/AP
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Payroll
- Task Delegation
- Certified in 10-key
Key Clients
- Knotts Berry Farm
- Ron Popeil set it and forget it
- Len Aaron founder of Aron Bros.
- Adam Schiff
- Nikki Sixx
- Kat Von-D
- Randy Wolf
Timeline
PROFFEASIONAL ORGANIZER & CLEANER
HOMEAGLOW
01.2019 - Current
PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO NICHELLE NICHOLS
GB ENTERTAINMENT LLC
01.2016 - 01.2019
PROPERTY MANAGER
GREAT FIND DEVELOPMENT LLC.
01.2004 - 01.2009
CFO & SR. ART CONSULTANT
ART WAVE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
01.2000 - 01.2016