Heather Edmonds
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Seasoned Administrative and Finance Professional with over 20 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT)
01.2022 - Current
- Supervise, hire, and train employees to ensure effective team performance
- Communicate with vendors regarding organizational needs and manage vendor relations
- Research and implement solutions to address organizational challenges and enhance operational efficiency
- Identify cost-cutting measures and efficiency improvements
- Oversee payroll processing and manage FSA accounts in collaboration with the Director of Operations
- Assist Director of Operations with overflow tasks and develop job descriptions
- Contribute to financial planning and record daily transactions
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate financial records
- Process and deposit payments from funders and affiliates
- Maintain electronic file records for project documents and A/P transactions
Finance Director
V. John White and Associates
01.2015 - Current
- Process all accounts payable and receivable transactions
- Close books at the end of each month and file Fair Political Practices documents quarterly
- Manage personal and business documents for the owner, including rebates, loans, and insurance applications
- Reconcile business credit cards and checking accounts, keeping the owner updated on finances
Bookkeeper
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT)
01.2005 - 01.2022
- Assisted Head Bookkeeper with managing accounts payable and receivable
- Developed and maintained an effective filing system and kept files organized
- Handled mail for the finance department and supported various bookkeeping tasks
Bookkeeper’s Assistant
V. John White and Associates
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Created comprehensive paper and electronic filing systems
- Processed checks and invoices for accounts payable and receivable
- Utilized MAS90 software for bookkeeping and managed various administrative tasks
Executive Administrative Assistant
American Wind Energy Association
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Assistant to the Executive Director
- Maintained an effective filing system
- Booked travel and calendared events for Executive Director
- Ordered office supplies
- Maintained office equipment
- Helped with technical issues concerning laptops and cell phones
- Assisted board members with anything they needed
Office Manager
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT)
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Ensured office efficiency and oversaw daily activities in the reception area
- Provided direct administrative support and managed office space, including redecorating and purchasing furniture
- Planned Board Retreats and Fund-Raising events, maintaining smooth operations
Administrative Assistant
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT)
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Answered and directed phone calls, organized and maintained office common areas
- Greeted clients and visitors, filed paperwork, and tracked legislative bills
- Assisted in delivering floor alerts to the legislature at the Capitol
Education
finance, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Business, Accounting, Human Resources, QuickBooks
Sacramento City College
01.2018
ARC GIS, QuickBooks
Cosumnes River College
01.2004
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Performance monitoring
- Incidents management
- Organized and Efficient
- Quick Learner
- Problem Solver
- Prioritization and Multitasking
- Great Phone & Email Etiquette
- Personable
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Zoom
- QuickBooks
- MAS90
Certification
Certified Massage Therapist
Accomplishments
- Implemented a cost-saving initiative that reduced operational expenses.
- Successfully managed a complex financial audit with zero discrepancies.
- Developed a filing system that improved record retrieval efficiency.
- Helped two women who wanted to start their own lobbying firm start their business by helping them research what sorts of business permits they would need, and then helped them file all documents correctly. I also helped them for a few months with their bookkeeping until they became established. They are now thriving, and I am proud to have been a part of that initial process.
Hobbies and Interests
- Health and Nutrition: Enthusiastic about studying health and nutrition, focusing on holistic approaches to wellness.
- Natural Healing and Body Work Modalities: Passionate about exploring and practicing natural healing methods and bodywork techniques.
- Homemade Beauty Products: Enjoy creating and experimenting with natural beauty products.
Timeline
Operations Manager
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT)
01.2022 - Current
Finance Director
V. John White and Associates
01.2015 - Current
Bookkeeper’s Assistant
V. John White and Associates
01.2008 - 01.2015
Bookkeeper
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT)
01.2005 - 01.2022
Executive Administrative Assistant
American Wind Energy Association
01.2005 - 01.2006
Office Manager
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT)
01.2003 - 01.2005
Administrative Assistant
Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Technologies (CEERT)
01.2000 - 01.2003
ARC GIS, QuickBooks
Cosumnes River College
Certified Massage Therapist
finance, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Business, Accounting, Human Resources, QuickBooks
Sacramento City College
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