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Tena Ford

Summary

Detail-oriented and organized professional with a diverse skill set in administrative, HR, and accounting. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, QuickBooks, and B2B platforms. Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities. Strives to provide high-quality support and exceed expectations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Rep Assistant to Retail Sales Rep Independent Contractor

John Ford/ M & F Western Products
02.2013 - Current

Contact: John Ford - 214-417-2644


  • Coordinate weekly routes and making travel arrangements for the sales rep for multi-state territories
  • Create databases and spreadsheets to improve customer service and track sales success
  • Interact with customer retail buyers to follow-up on shipping statuses and expedited orders
  • Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, B2B, IntegraRep


HR/Accounting Assistant

Turtle Cove POA
03.2015 - 10.2024

Contact: General Manager - Stephanie Banks - 706-476-2533


  • Maintained financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Assisted in preparation of financial reports, supporting informed decision-making.
  • Supported accounts payable and receivable processes for smooth financial operations.
  • Processed invoices for timely payments and seamless vendor relationships.
  • Provided data entry support, ensuring accuracy of financial records.
  • QuickBooks, Paychex, Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Google Workspace, Bill.com

HR/Payroll Assistant

Mining Consultants/PCI Manufacturing/Pinnacle
07.2011 - 02.2013
  • Gained experience in processing multiple payrolls for4 different companies on a weekly basis
  • Payroll tasks included calculating employees' time cards/timesheets and coding and posting the data accordingly in payroll software, processing pay raises; pay adjustments from present and prior pay periods; involuntary deductions, such as taxes and wage garnishments; voluntary deductions, such as health and retirement benefits; direct deposits; and paycheck/pay stub printing
  • Contact: Sue Estes - Human Resources Manager
  • Business Phone: (877)881-0884

Sales Representative/Accounts Manager

Lucas Color Card
10.2005 - 11.2010
  • Managed a variety of accounts in the gift card manufacturing industry
  • Tracked multiple orders from the sales quote, to actual placement of order, through production, and all the way to shipping
  • Heavy phone and communications skills as well as spreadsheets and email correspondence
  • Traveled as a sales representative giving presentations
  • Attended local, regional, and national trade shows for product development and sales as defined by territory needs
  • Contact: Kevin Doke
  • Business Phone:405-524-1811

Broker's/Owner's Assistant

Churchill-Brown & Associates
10.1997 - 04.2005
  • Assistant to the broker and owners and was entrusted with extremely confidential upper-level knowledge, materials, and documents
  • Cross-trained and provided back-up for other departments of the company such as relocation, marketing, and agent services
  • Developed computer applications skills and database management
  • Conducted direct communication with title and mortgage companies to monitor progress of closings and coordinated multi-company events
  • Worked in the marketing department creating and editing agent newspaper ads, and brochures for the housing market in PageMaker and Adobe Photoshop, which involved meeting crucial deadlines for ads, as well as home marketing events
  • Coordinated meetings with other department managers and served as main liaison between upper-level executives, agents, and staff
  • Contact: Kermit Brown - Broker/Owner
  • Business Phone:405-755-4422

Education

High School Diploma -

Talihina High School
Talihina, OK

COVID-19 Tracing Certification -

Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Customer relations
  • Customer relationship building
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, B2B

Timeline

HR/Accounting Assistant

Turtle Cove POA
03.2015 - 10.2024

Sales Rep Assistant to Retail Sales Rep Independent Contractor

John Ford/ M & F Western Products
02.2013 - Current

HR/Payroll Assistant

Mining Consultants/PCI Manufacturing/Pinnacle
07.2011 - 02.2013

Sales Representative/Accounts Manager

Lucas Color Card
10.2005 - 11.2010

Broker's/Owner's Assistant

Churchill-Brown & Associates
10.1997 - 04.2005

High School Diploma -

Talihina High School

COVID-19 Tracing Certification -

Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health
Tena Ford