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Evelyn L. Williams

Evelyn L. Williams

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

I am an accomplished database manager with 25 years of experience focused on optimizing Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, an SQL database software. I take pride in enhancing productivity and efficiency in task completion, and consistently delivering high-quality results. By fostering a collaborative environment and demonstrating adaptability, I ensure that database operations run smoothly, and provide strong administrative support for my team. I am a committed and versatile professional with a proactive mindset, and the ability to learn quickly. I possess a strong work ethic, and effective communication skills. I am eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support the organization’s goals.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Database Manager

The Dalton School
New York, NY
09.2000 - Current
  • Managed all data systems for Advancement Office, including gift processing and donor relations.
  • Served as primary liaison to Technology, Business Office, and Admissions for seamless integration of Raiser’s Edge with other systems.
  • Supported management of Raiser’s Edge database by updating constituent information and performing data cleanup.
  • Recorded incoming donations and pledges in Raiser’s Edge, ensuring accuracy of all records.
  • Provided deposit forms to Business Office for gifts and pledges; assisted in monthly and annual reconciliations.
  • Prepared regular tracking reports for Board of Trustees, highlighting advancement data metrics.
  • Coordinated Dalton’s Annual Gala logistics, vendor communication, event registration, and on-site support.
  • Created and sent gift acknowledgment letters to donors while generating address lists from Raiser’s Edge.

Executive Compensation Administrator

Lord & Taylor
New York, NY
01.1996 - 09.2000
  • Maintain an accurate and updated database on over 2,000 executives.
  • Input new executives into the MSA payroll system to ensure a timely and accurate payroll distribution.
  • Analyze state and federal tax regulations to develop state-to-state salary comparisons.
  • Create and develop corporate reports utilizing information in our database, and formulate it to provide the information needed.
  • Manage Stock Option Plan and Deferred Compensation.
  • Manage annual reviews and performance appraisals for all executives.

Payroll Coordinator

Lord & Taylor
02.1995 - 01.1996
  • Administered adjustments through the MSA payroll system to process the weekly staff payroll of over 13,000 associates.
  • Assisted in producing the 941, quarterly federal, and state unemployment reports.
  • Reconciled reported tips account from all Lord & Taylor restaurants and cafés.
  • Assisted in producing W-2s for timely distribution to all Lord & Taylor employees.

Bookkeeper/ Jr. Accountant

Lord & Taylor
08.1989 - 02.1995
  • Prepared and reconciled withholding tax payments, utilizing general ledger reports.
  • Prepared, reviewed, and processed journal entries to facilitate month-end closing.
  • Assisted in producing and issuing store Profit and Loss statements using G/L and other financial documents.
  • Reconciled real estate and personal property accounts.
  • Planned budgets.

Shipping Supervisor

"Chooz" By New York Miss, LTD.
San Juan Capistrano, CA
08.1985 - 07.1989
  • Supervised order processing for sandal manufacturing company, ensuring timely fulfillment of orders.
  • Trained and managed new employees to boost operational efficiency across teams.
  • Processed mail, telephone, and fax orders for multiple companies nationwide.

Sales Auditor

Bloomingdale's
New York, NY
11.1982 - 08.1985
  • Coordinated and tallied register receipts from all stores to ensure accuracy.
  • Calculated audit figures for sales, enhancing financial reporting integrity.
  • Referred amounts to collections department for timely processing.

Education

Associates of Applied Arts - Business Administration

Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY
06-1983

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Iona College
New Rochelle, NY

Skills

  • Canva
  • Wordpress
  • Blackbaud
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Workspace applications
  • Database management and maintenance
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Payroll system management
  • Financial reconciliation and tracking
  • Team collaboration and communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer relationship management
  • Information security and protection
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and professionalism
  • Data privacy compliance
  • Guideline development

Hobbies and Interests

  • Create and design engaging social media content using multimedia design software.
  • Crochet and knitting
  • Music
  • Traveling
  • Spending time with family

Awards

  • Diamond Star, 04/93, Received for superior work performance standards.
  • Superior Results, Fall 1997, Awarded for superior results.

Professional Development

  • Blackbaud Certified in Raiser's Edge Fundamentals (bCRE), 2018
  • CASE-NAIS Independent Schools Conference - New York Marriott Marquis, 2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Database Manager

The Dalton School
09.2000 - Current

Executive Compensation Administrator

Lord & Taylor
01.1996 - 09.2000

Payroll Coordinator

Lord & Taylor
02.1995 - 01.1996

Bookkeeper/ Jr. Accountant

Lord & Taylor
08.1989 - 02.1995

Shipping Supervisor

"Chooz" By New York Miss, LTD.
08.1985 - 07.1989

Sales Auditor

Bloomingdale's
11.1982 - 08.1985

Associates of Applied Arts - Business Administration

Kingsborough Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Iona College

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