Don Gray
San Pedro,CA
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Accounting Assistant
MTB Accountancy Group Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
10.2021 - Current
- Created and performed internal control testing based on client's internal risks and procedures.
- Assisted independent certified public accountants in performance of annual review,sand partnered with external IT auditors and followed up on information systems reviews for appropriate management actions.
- Reviewed accounts payable and receivable transactions for accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted research and collected and analyzed data to prepare reports and documents.
- Provided administrative support to executive staff, including preparing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and organizing travel arrangements.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategies for improving operational efficiency within the organization's accounting processes.
Youth Development Professional
Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy
San Bernardino, CA
02.2020 - 11.2023
- Advocated for at-risk youth individuals and promoted helpful resources and programs to foster progress.
- Met with assigned students individually or in small groups to provide intentional, structured organizational support and mentorship.
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials.
- Supervised student performance and academic progress throughout semester.
- Communicated with challenged and troubled children in effort to exact positive impact and influence.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques aligned with trauma-informed care model, driving intervention strategy.
Senior Executive Assistant
Salona Global Medical Device Corporation
Sherman Oaks, CA
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed executive and management calendars, distributing responsibilities among administrative support team members to ensure efficient operations.
- Conducted research, documented findings, and prepared reports for executives, board members, and stakeholders.
- Composed confidential communications on behalf of senior executives in response to inquiries from staff members or external contacts.
- Organized executive presentations, reports, and correspondence for internal and external stakeholders.
- Managed and trained team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met without compromising quality standards.
Lead Supervisor
UC Riverside Student Recreation Center
Riverside, CA
11.2017 - 03.2020
- Oversaw the management of Intramural Sports activities while directing Club Sports Events
- Regularly evaluated existing systems and procedures for effectiveness and accuracy.
- Provided guidance to junior staff members regarding best practices for productivity improvement.
- Developed a weekly work schedule and maintaining accurate records of hours worked for all student personnel and Club Sports game played
- Conducted regular team meetings to discuss goals, objectives, and strategies for success.
- Analyzed production data to identify areas of improvement in efficiency or output.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA02.2020
Skills
- Project Management
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Strategic Planning
- Business Administration
- Project Oversight
- Administrative Support
- Office Management
- Presentation Development
Affiliations
Fraternity Involvement:
President - Riverside Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi (2022-2023)
- Led the chapter and represented it in regional and national fraternity matters.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve organizational goals.
- Managed chapter operations, including financial oversight and membership engagement.
- Coordinated and chaired chapter meetings, ensuring effective governance and decision-making.
Keeper of Records Riverside Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi (2019-2021)
- Maintained accurate records and prepared required reports.
- Supervised recording and archiving of meeting minutes.
- Ensured compliance with organizational bylaws.
- Managed up-to-date chapter member roster.
- Managed communication and correspondence with chapter members and external parties.
Western Province Junior Vice Polemarch (2019-2020)
- Third Highest Ranking Position in the entire Western Region of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated, overseeing all Undergraduate chapters in 12 States.
- an elected official responsible for performing the duties of a Province Polemarch in the absence of the Province Polemarch and the Senior Province Vice Polemarch.
LEAD Kappa (Delta Class)
- Selected 1 of 60 undergraduates out of 3000+ applications
- A highly structured and intense leadership experience designed to increase the participant’s capacity to lead in multiple contexts—in the fraternity, on campus, in their community, and Corporate America
Chapter Advisor - UC Riverside Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi (2023-Present)
- A sustaining alumni member appointed by a Province Polemarch to assist an undergraduate chapter with the management of their affairs and the maintenance of good relations with college authorities.
Board Member - Inland Empire Diamond Foundation (2022-2023)
Accomplishments
- Marguleas Community Service Award Recipient
It is awarded to a graduating student who serves, not seeking recognition or financial compensation, but to help others, a “true volunteer and role model.” This was Presented by Student Life at UC Riverside.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Accounting Assistant
MTB Accountancy Group Corporation
10.2021 - Current
Senior Executive Assistant
Salona Global Medical Device Corporation
10.2020 - 10.2021
Youth Development Professional
Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy
02.2020 - 11.2023
Lead Supervisor
UC Riverside Student Recreation Center
11.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California, Riverside
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