Heather Edwards
Huntington Beach,USA
Summary
Highly organized and proactive professional with experience in cost analysis, program budgeting, operations, and client relationship management. Recognized for improving processes and thriving in fast-paced environments. Excited to contribute to a high-performing team, expand my skill set, and make a meaningful impact from day one.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales and Leasing Executive
Audi Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo, CA
10.2024 - Current
- Exceeded monthly sales goals by translating financial comparisons into clear recommendations through consultative selling.
- Analyzed lease and purchase options, evaluating monthly payments, financing terms, and vehicle equity to recommend solutions aligned with client budgets.
- Developed software to streamline front desk tracking, eliminate duplicate reporting, and improve data accuracy and operational efficiency.
Cost Analyst
E3 Consulting
Huntington Beach, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Performed earned value management (EVM) calculations to assess cost and schedule performance for government-contracted defense programs.
- Analyzed earned value data to evaluate budget performance and support program financial planning.
- Applied EV Lite techniques to monitor cost and schedule performance on programs that did not require a full ANSI/EIA-748-compliant Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
- Supported budget and baseline development and tracking for government-contracted defense programs by calculating FTE staffing requirements, labor rates, and material costs and comparing planned versus actual expenditures to identify variances.
Administrative Assistant
Quick Accountants
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2018 - 07.2024
- Maintained accurate financial records through high-volume QuickBooks data entry, expense categorization, and account reconciliation, identifying discrepancies to support cost tracking and financial reporting.
- Streamlined document management and filing systems, improving organization and reducing retrieval time.
- Served as the primary client liaison, coordinating communications and strengthening client relationships.
Education
Business Administration
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, California06-2025
General Art Foundational Diploma -
Paris College of Art
Paris, France06-2022
Skills
- Earned Value Management (EVM) Calculations
- Program Budget Development & Cost Tracking
- Planned vs Actual Cost & Variance Analysis
- FTE Staffing, Labor Rate & Material Cost Analysis
- Microsoft Excel & Office Suite
- Account & Client Relationship Management
- Contract negotiation
- Sales & Business Development strategies
Timeline
Sales and Leasing Executive
Audi Mission Viejo
10.2024 - Current
Cost Analyst
E3 Consulting
07.2021 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Quick Accountants
01.2018 - 07.2024
Business Administration
Golden West College
General Art Foundational Diploma -
Paris College of Art