Jada Procarione
Joliet,IL
Summary
Accomplished and detail-oriented business professional with over 20 years of experience in accounting, legal, administrative, and entrepreneurial roles. Possessing a diverse background, this resourceful team player has directed a $2.5 million budget, forecasted finances, and owned and operated a thriving family service business. Expertise lies in managing financial resources, implementing strategic plans, and fostering collaborative relationships to drive organizational success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FULLFILLMENT ASSOCIATE I
Amazon
01.2021 - Current
- Work in the Artemis Area inducting packages through a computerized system by use of robotics
- Identify problems in system failures and communicate effectively
- Flag damaged and oversized packages
- Act professionally and remains focused
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Mahoney, Silverman & Cross, LLC
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Assisted and provided a wide range of administrative and legal support to lawyers and other legal professionals engaged in the prosecution of criminal and civil cases
- Drafted legal documents including pleadings, exhibits, subpoenas, legal memoranda, and correspondence in the linear process of legal cases
- Compiled, reviewed, and analyzed documents as required by attorneys specific to case issues and identified additional information needed
- Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly verbally and in writing
- Handled a high-volume workload that required the ability to prioritize and multitask
BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER
The Timbers of Shorewood
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Overall financial management of the retirement community and oversaw human resource
- Managed the staffing process, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding
- Ensured accuracy and integrity of financial information in support of overall business objectives
- Administered employee benefits which included payroll, retirement plans, leave, health insurance and worker's compensation
- Supervised and evaluated accounting and support staff
PRIMARY CAREGIVER
Self Employed Web
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Provided round-the-clock support, companionship, home assistance and personal care to a parent suffering from Alzheimer's disease
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Teamsters Local179
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Resolved administrative problems by researching inquires, identifying solutions and resolving issues with union members
- Audited pension and health fund statements to ensure compliance with the contractual guidelines as established
- Posted union dues and other receipts, issued refunds and withdrawal cards
TAX ADVISOR
H & R Block
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Prepared both individual and business tax returns and offered financial services to clientele
- Identified potential tax credits and liabilities and ensured accurate and complete returns by utilizing extensive knowledge and application of tax regulations and rules
OWNER/BOOKKEEPER/OFFICE MANAGER
Dane's Lawn Maintenance
01.1997 - 01.2005
- Owned and operated a successful family service business
- Prepared and maintained all financials for lawn care company – accounts payable/receivable, invoicing through QuickBooks, payroll and income tax filing
- Developed excellent customer relations and established customer rapport; consulted with customers about their service needs; provided estimates; schedules work crews; and followed up to ensure complete customer satisfaction
CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER
Will County Center for Community Concerns
01.1993 - 01.1997
- Fund accountancy for a nonprofit organization
- Assisted the Executive Director with a2.5-million-dollar budget with uncertain levels of financial resources
- Integrated multiple year funding sources into a consolidated fiscal system for the organization as a whole, retaining the integrity and separate accountability for revenues and expenditures of each project or program regardless of its fiscal year
- Monitored and reported custodianship of restricted and unrestricted funds, plant, property, equipment, fixed assets, and other specifically earmarked funds in conformance with G.A.A.P
- For non-profit organizations
- Rendered timely and relevant financial information for management, governing board, funding agencies, and auditors
Education
Associate in Applied Science - Accounting & Business
Joliet Junior College
JolietSkills
- Excel – Word – Access – Power Point – Outlook
- QuickBooks
- Office administration
Certification
- American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers
- Certified Bookkeeper
- Microsoft Office Specialist
Timeline
FULLFILLMENT ASSOCIATE I
Amazon
01.2021 - Current
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Mahoney, Silverman & Cross, LLC
01.2015 - 01.2021
BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER
The Timbers of Shorewood
01.2014 - 01.2015
PRIMARY CAREGIVER
Self Employed Web
01.2009 - 01.2014
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Teamsters Local179
01.2007 - 01.2008
TAX ADVISOR
H & R Block
01.2006 - 01.2007
OWNER/BOOKKEEPER/OFFICE MANAGER
Dane's Lawn Maintenance
01.1997 - 01.2005
CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER
Will County Center for Community Concerns
01.1993 - 01.1997
Associate in Applied Science - Accounting & Business
Joliet Junior College