Christine Ray
Chief Financial Officer
It's fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.
Bill Gates
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Accomplished financial leader with expertise in accounting and financial strategy, honed at Las Cruces Gospel Rescue Mission. Proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office, with a proven track record of enhancing profitability and ensuring compliance. Strong analytical thinker with exceptional interpersonal communication skills, adept at aligning financial operations with organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
Las Cruces Gospel Rescue Mission
Las Cruces
08.2019 - Current
- Executed financial strategy to align with organizational goals.
- Assisted Executive Director in formulating comprehensive financial plans.
- Developed growth plans to enhance profitability and minimize expenditures.
- Managed accounting procedures, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Prepared 990 forms and handled QuickBooks for non-profit accounting.
- Processed payroll and managed tax obligations efficiently.
- Conducted end-of-month financials and reconciliations to maintain accurate records.
- Oversaw accounts payable to ensure timely payments and financial health.
Accounting
Planet Fitness
El Paso
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Facilitated accounts payable operations through efficient handling of vendor communications.
- Executed faxing, copying, filing, and mailing tasks to maintain organized documentation.
- Responded to vendor inquiries via phone to resolve accounts payable issues promptly.
Accounting (Temporary Assignment)
Manpower, (Care Fusion)
El Paso
02.2010 - 11.2010
- Facilitated processing of all manufacturing and raw invoices, generating voucher listings and verifying entries.
- Processed debit and credit memos to maintain accurate financial records.
- Responded promptly to vendor inquiries, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Collaborated with departments to research and resolve discrepancies in transactions.
- Managed filing, faxing, inventory control, and document copying tasks efficiently.
Accounting/Office Manager
El Paso Window & Door
El Paso
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable processes using QuickBooks.
- Processed payroll and payroll taxes efficiently to ensure compliance.
Accounting
Planned Parenthood
El Paso
12.2007 - 07.2008
- Supported accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate financial records.
- Assisted with payroll processing and payroll tax submissions to maintain compliance.
- Conducted bookkeeping tasks and audit preparations to enhance financial accuracy.
- Managed faxing, copying, and filing operations to streamline administrative workflow.
- Handled mail distribution and inventory management for efficient office operations.
- Responded to accounts payable and receivable inquiries via phone to facilitate communication.
Mayor’s Office Externship
City of El Paso
El Paso
10.2007 - 12.2007
- Delivered comprehensive administrative support, including word processing, filing, and photocopying.
- Facilitated Mayor’s 100 Teens Program through research, outreach, and PowerPoint presentation assistance.
- Managed multi-line phone system, directing calls and assisting walk-in inquiries.
- Maintained organized filing systems to ensure efficient access to paperwork.
- Developed insights into city government operations and community needs across agencies.
- Employed a professional demeanor in all interactions to uphold organizational standards.
Education
Certificate - Graduate Accounting
08.2018
Master’s - business administration, Concentration in Accounting
08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
02.2016
Associates of Applied Science - Business Management
08.2012
Diploma - Business Administration
10.2007
Member of the Business Club, and Student Council
Skills
- Accounting and financial reporting
- Financial strategy and compliance
- Accounting software proficiency
- Cash flow management
- Forensic accounting and taxation
- Corporate finance expertise
- Microsoft Office applications
- Data entry and research skills
- Human resource management
- Operations leadership
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Analytical thinking and risk assessment
- Time management and prioritization
- Accounting software (QuickBooks)
Related Qualifications
- Accounting
- Accounting Theory & Research
- Forensic Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Payroll Accounting
- Corporate Finance
- Computerized Accounting Software
- Oracle, QuickBooks, Peachtree
- Taxation
- Office Procedures
- MS Excel Spreadsheets
- MS Access Database
- MS PowerPoint Presentations
- MS Word
- Internet Explorer
- Human Capital Management
- Operations Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Human Resource Management
- Data Entry 40 wpm
- Customer Service
- Detail Oriented
- Self-Motivated
- Good Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Risk Assessment Skills
- Time Management Skills
- Prioritization and Delegation Skills
References
References available upon request.
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Languages
English
Native language
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer - Las Cruces Gospel Rescue Mission
08.2019 - Current
Accounting - Planet Fitness
01.2012 - 12.2012
Accounting (Temporary Assignment) - Manpower, (Care Fusion)
02.2010 - 11.2010
Accounting/Office Manager - El Paso Window & Door
08.2008 - 08.2009
Accounting - Planned Parenthood
12.2007 - 07.2008
Mayor’s Office Externship - City of El Paso
10.2007 - 12.2007
University of Phoenix - Certificate, Graduate Accounting
University of Phoenix - Master’s, business administration, Concentration in Accounting
University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Vista College - Associates of Applied Science, Business Management
Computer Career Center - Diploma, Business Administration