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Elizabeth Hobson

Elizabeth Hobson

Bessemer,AL
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot

Summary

Seasoned Office Manager offering experience in administrative positions. Well-versed in industry practices and procedures. Top-notch management abilities in financial, personnel and clerical areas.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager

The Western Star, Bibb Community Media Inc.
06.2022 - Current
  • Highly proficient management of all administrative tasks including bookkeeping , AR & AP and client billing utilizing Quickbooks online
  • Management of legal notices & publications in the Western Star while working closely with court administrators, attorneys, local municipalities and business owners in compliance with statutory laws
  • Optimization of print and digital marketing solutions for businesses engaging communities to shop local
  • Establishment of performance goals for employees and coaching on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Cultivate positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Served as liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
  • Implementation of new software tools for streamlined project management, increasing efficiency in task completion across teams.
  • Compilation of accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.

Accounting Assistant

Bibb Community Media Inc.
04.2021 - 06.2022
  • Assisted management with reports to strategically track revenue.
  • Reduced errors in account reconciliation through meticulous attention to detail and thorough review of transactions.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.

Hotshot Trucking & Dispatch Services

StateXchange Logistics LLC
02.2017 - 03.2021
  • Transportation of goods within a specific timeframe to a single customer or location using medium duty trucks pulling 30' flatbed trailers
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial drivers, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated with brokers to close profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.

Paralegal, Office Administrator

Hobson Law Firm LLC
11.2005 - 12.2016
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Enhanced case strategy development with comprehensive legal memoranda summarizing research findings for attorney review and consideration.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Boosted office productivity by maintaining accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
  • Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
  • Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
  • Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal

Samford University, Birmingham, AL
12.2006

Skills

  • Good Judgment
  • Clear oral/written communication
  • Technical Support
  • Organizational Skills
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Business Analysis and Reporting

Timeline

Office Manager - The Western Star, Bibb Community Media Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Accounting Assistant - Bibb Community Media Inc.
04.2021 - 06.2022
Hotshot Trucking & Dispatch Services - StateXchange Logistics LLC
02.2017 - 03.2021
Paralegal, Office Administrator - Hobson Law Firm LLC
11.2005 - 12.2016
Samford University - Associate of Applied Science, Paralegal

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