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Colleen Spear

Billings,MT

Summary

Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Mobile Notary and Signing Agent

Self
Spearfish, SD
01.2021 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with state laws governing the practice of mobile notaries.
  • Traveled to various locations to provide mobile notary services.
  • Compiled reports summarizing completed transactions as required by law.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with clients.
  • Scheduled and coordinated mobile notary appointments with clients.
  • Maintained records of all client interactions and transactions.
  • Performed detailed record keeping activities related to all client transactions.
  • Notarized signatures, affidavits, powers of attorney, deeds, titles and other official documents.
  • Verified identification of clients prior to notarizing documents.
  • Documented transactions in notary journal to maintained permanent records.
  • Reviewed documents and personal identifying paperwork or government-issued IDs for each person.
  • Affixed stamp or seal on documents as proof of witnessing event or deal.
  • Scheduled appointments with in-house or outside mobile notary to accommodate signing with clients.
  • Verified identification of signee by looking through identification documents, licenses and passports.
  • Assisted borrowers with understanding loan documents before signing.
  • Verified borrower identity and ensured they understood the documents they were signing.
  • Traveled to various locations to perform document signings for clients as needed.

Insurance Agent

Gem City Insurance Agency
Quincy, IL
02.2016 - 03.2018
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain high satisfaction levels.
  • Developed relationships with new clients through cold calling and referrals from existing customers.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry trends and changes in regulations.
  • Gathered detailed information from customers prior to offering quotes or making recommendations.
  • Conducted research to identify competitive rates and benefits offered by other providers.
  • Maintained accurate records of all insurance transactions using computer software systems.
  • Responded quickly and accurately to inquiries from clients regarding their coverage plans.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
  • Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
  • Contacted underwriters and submitted forms to obtain binder coverage.

Bookkeeper

Buckmaster Law Office, PC
Belle Fourche, SD
06.2002 - 08.2012
  • Performed account analysis as required by management.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
  • Provided assistance in preparing tax returns annually.
  • Managed payroll processing for staff members.
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
  • Certified and processed payroll, electronic deposits and pay adjustments while distributing checks.
  • Utilized accounting software to streamline bookkeeping processes, increasing efficiency.
  • Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
  • Processed payroll for employees, including calculating wages, deductions, and issuing payments.
  • Maintained accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely billing and payment processing.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for review by management.
  • Reconciled bank statements to internal accounts monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
  • Prepared and processed payroll.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.
  • Calculated income and social security tax deductions.
  • Handled bi-weekly payroll services for company employees.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fine Art

Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD
05-2013

Skills

  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Travel Coordination
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Document Verification
  • Quickbooks

Accomplishments

  • Black Hills State University Dean's List and Academic Recognition List
  • Three works of Art selected from a Juries show that were displayed in the Ruddell Gallery at BHSU.
  • Served on the Miss Rodeo South Dakota Board
  • Served as the South Dakota State Delegate to the Miss Rodeo America Board in Vegas

Affiliations

  • Helped with Designing and Staging Homes
  • South Dakota Special Olympics
  • Black Hills State University Community Choir
  • 5K Mud Run to support Youth Development at the YMCA in Quincy, IL

Timeline

Mobile Notary and Signing Agent

Self
01.2021 - Current

Insurance Agent

Gem City Insurance Agency
02.2016 - 03.2018

Bookkeeper

Buckmaster Law Office, PC
06.2002 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Fine Art

Black Hills State University

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