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Cortnie Carachure

Springdale,AR

Summary

Detail-oriented office manager with expertise in business administration, financial accounting, and project management. Proven track record in enhancing office efficiency and fostering customer relationships through exceptional service.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Office Manager

Gary's Floor & Home
Springdale, AR
03.2020 - 08.2025

*Managed daily office operations & maintained efficient workflow.
*Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism & performance objectives.
*Developed trust & created lifelong customers by providing extra-mile service.
*Converted & scheduled leads to appointments.
*Followed up on open proposals as needed.
*Kept the showroom & office organized & presentable.
*Assisted in the development, management & delivery of local marketing tactics.
*Resolved customer conflicts.
*Met with sales staff weekly to discuss recent sales, review customer expectations & product orders.
*Ordered all products needed for jobs accurately & followed up on delivery.
*Scheduled & communicated the job in accordance with the schedule of the customer & installers.
*Discussed & obtained written permission from the customer for any changes in contracted work.
*Complete job costing reports within 24 hours of installation completion.
*Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
*Created office guidelines, policies, & formal/legal documents used both internally & externally (such as the CC authorization form).
*Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing off on behalf of the company.
*Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days.
*Provided coaching & disciplinary counseling to employees.
*Assisted with human resource tasks, such as onboarding & benefits administration, including documenting & executing the promotions & separations of employees.
*Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts & financial statements.
*Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements & creating journal entries.
*Accurately update QuickBooks daily for all income & expenses.
*Tracked invoices & payments to ensure accuracy of accounts.
*Monitored payments due, promptly contacting clients with past due payments.
*Executed the month-end closing process while ensuring accuracy & timeliness of completion.

Insurance Agent

Dgz Insurance Agency
Fort Smith, Arkansas
10.2018 - 11.2021

*Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
*Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies while selling insurance products.
*Developed relationships with new clients through cold calling and referrals from existing customers.
*Evaluated client needs, and assessed their risk levels to recommend their appropriate coverage options, and provide tailored insurance solutions.
*Processed policy applications and maintained accurate client records.
*Educated prospects and policyholders on coverage, limits and regulations along with the importance of maintaining
adequate insurance coverage.
*Educated clients on the complex technical policy terms and claims procedures in simple language for easy understanding.
*Collaborated with underwriters to assess risk factors for applicants.
*Prepared documents such as applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, or other forms required by law or company procedures.
*Contacted underwriters and submitted forms to obtain binder coverage.
* Conducted research to identify competitive rates and benefits offered by other providers at the time of renewal for each and every policyholder.
*Analyzed claims data to determine potential areas of improvement for policyholders' protection.
*Monitored market conditions to ensure that existing policies remain competitively priced.
*Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry trends and changes in regulations.
*Achieved repeat business and referrals through personalized services.
*Improved data collection accuracy by structuring systems for desktop spreadsheets.
*Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for keeping records, reports, and agendas.

Regional Property Manager

Trinity Property Management
Springdale, Arkansas
05.2010 - 10.2018

*Assessed reports on occupancy, delinquency, budget variance, and make-readies generated by on-site staff.
*Created reports, recorded contracts, and kept employee records in the corporate database and accounting software.
*Conducted property visits to assess curb appeal, office upkeep, and maintenance activities.
*Negotiated vendor contracts and presented them to the owners for approval.
*Inspected community common areas, apartment units, and model appearance to address problems.
*Reviewed financial forecasts, budgets, and operational goals.
*Handled terminations, performance evaluations, and staff coaching to maintain top property operations.
*Identified and addressed potential safety issues and liability concerns.
*Responded to escalated resident concerns and issues, and monitored the resolution.
*Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
*Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates.
*Kept properties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
* Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.
*Maximized rental income while minimizing expenses through effective planning and control.
*Developed annual operating budgets and forecasts, as well as sales and marketing plans.
*Conducted regular inspections of both the interior and exterior of properties for damage.
*Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants regarding building issues.
*Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to the highest standards.
*Maintained accurate financial records and executed the month-end closing process.

Lead Teller Operations Specialist

Bank of America
Springdale, Arkansas
11.2006 - 05.2010

*Processed & managed daily cash transactions, such as deposits, withdrawals & loan payments, efficiently & accurately; Ensuring accurate cash drawer balances.
*Received mortgage & other loan payments, verifying payment dates & amounts due.
*Issued & redeemed money orders, cashier checks, traveler's checks & savings bonds.
*Maintained knowledge of banking products to provide informed customer support.
*Opened & maintained new checking, savings & lines of credit.
*Cross-sold bank products by answering inquiries, informing customers of new services & promotions.
*Maintained confidentiality of bank records & client information.
*Analyzed customer feedback data from surveys & developed strategies to improve customer satisfaction scores.
*Researched customer inquiries regarding transaction errors; Issuing refunds when necessary.
*Reviewed incoming documents for completeness prior to processing them through the system.
*Performed daily reconciliation of teller cash drawers; Ensuring accuracy, security & compliance.
*Provided support to branch personnel in regards to operational issues, inquiries, and customer service requests.
*Assisted with the implementation of new procedures & processes related to banking operations.
*Monitored customer account activity for suspicious or fraudulent activities, reporting any discrepancies.
*Balanced daily cash deposits & vault inventory with zero error rate.
*Identified transaction errors when debits & credits did not balance.
*Resolved problems or discrepancies concerning customers' accounts.
*Assisted customers with account inquiries & resolved transaction issues promptly.
*Trained new tellers on operational procedures & customer service standards.
*Fulfilled diverse duties to provide customer service, operate money counters, balance & replenish ATMs.
*Counted currency, coins & checks received to prepare for deposit or shipment to branch banks or Federal Reserve Bank.

Education

Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Blue Cliff College
LA
01.2014 - 03.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2008

Skills

  • Business and office administration
  • Facility and operations/project management, including policy development
  • Financial accounting, tracking, and reporting, including account reconciliation and budget management
  • Credit and collections, and banking operations
  • Human resources and bookkeeping
  • Team leadership and Salesforce management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Document management and control aimed at providing information protection

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Certification

  • Certified with National Fair Housing Training Academy (NFHTA)
  • Property and Casualty License -Arkansas Department of Insurance.

Timeline

Office Manager

Gary's Floor & Home
03.2020 - 08.2025

Insurance Agent

Dgz Insurance Agency
10.2018 - 11.2021

Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Blue Cliff College
01.2014 - 03.2014

Regional Property Manager

Trinity Property Management
05.2010 - 10.2018

Lead Teller Operations Specialist

Bank of America
11.2006 - 05.2010

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management

Liberty University