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Strength Training, Cardio, Black Sash Combat Kung Fu
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Jay Lawrence Lawson

Waco,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented financial professional adept at coordinating fiscal plans, AP and AR operations as well as inventory management. Good mathematical, communication and problem-solving abilities. Advanced skills in analysis. Accomplished in reducing expenses, streamlining financial operations and improving reporting functions. Highly organized and systematic with in-depth understanding of information. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

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Work History

Treasurer

Sparks Memorial Unitedd Methodist Church
07.2021 - Current
  • Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate and current.
  • Advised management regarding significant expenditures to keep operations in line with budget limitations.
  • Executed financial due diligence tasks on daily basis to maintain optimal company finances.
  • Planned and managed $65,000 annual budgets, tracking expenses and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal controls.
  • Drafted quarterly treasury reports to support management decision-making needs.
  • Implemented Office 365 ( Excel) to enhance and streamline processes for maximum efficiency.
  • Advised management regarding significant expenditures to keep operations in line with budget limitations
  • Executed financial due diligence tasks on daily basis to maintain optimal company finances
  • Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current
  • Planned and managed $65000 annual budgets, tracking expenses, and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal controls
  • Planned and managed $65,000 annual budgets, tracking expenses, and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal controls
  • Planned and managed $65,000 annual budgets, tracking expenses, and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal controls
  • Liaised with financial institutions to secure project funding and optimize financial resources
  • Coordinated with external auditors to enforce compliance with financial regulations and standards
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities
  • Prepared and presented financial reports to inform senior management and board of directors
  • Developed and maintained internal control systems to protect organizational assets
  • Drafted treasury reports to support management decision-making needs
  • Established policies and procedures to support compliance with laws and regulations
  • Worked with seven executives to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses
  • Worked with seven executives to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses
  • Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations
  • Worked with both internal and external users to create detailed financial reports
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable operations for non-profit business with $5,000 in monthly expenses
  • Used Excel and Word to prepare external audit documentation and financial reports to assist management in operational planning and key decision making
  • Oversaw financial reporting process to facilitate timely and accurate financial statement preparation
  • Implemented strategies to improve organizational financial performance
  • Negotiated and managed contracts with external vendors to optimize value for organization
  • Used Officw and [Software] to prepare external audit documentation and financial reports to assist management in operational planning and key decision making

Library Technician

Waco Mc Clennan County Public Library
06.1996 - 04.2014
  • Kept library shelves and printed materials well-stocked and organized according to established system.
  • Showed patrons where to find library resources and collected equipment, reference pieces and other items.
  • Mitigated librarian workload by independently managing basic patron requests and locating materials.
  • Organized and maintained detailed records for Library Technician on equipment use, materials logs and circulation activities.
  • Processed customer fines and educated individual patrons on ways to minimize future charges.
  • Catalogued and sorted books and library materials.
  • Maintained and updated patron records in library system database.
  • Mitigated librarian workload by independently managing basic patron requests and locating materials
  • Showed patrons where to find library resources and collected equipment, reference pieces, and other items
  • Combined traditional skills ol librarian with instructional technologist and instructional designer to enhance all facets of learning
  • Processed customer fines and educated individual patrons on ways to minimize future charges
  • Kept library shelves and printed materials well-stocked and organized according to established system
  • Organized and maintained detailed records on equipment use, materials logs and circulation activities
  • Catalogued and sorted books and library materials
  • Maintained and updated patron records in library system database
  • Monitored patrons to enforce adherence to library policies for material management and behavior
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Waco ISD
09.1990 - 05.1992
  • Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
  • Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance

Ladder Logic Programmer

Velcon Group
04.1989 - 05.1989
  • Reviewed CNC designs for pre-production errors, eliminating design flaws to reduce raw material waste.
  • Translated work orders and blueprints into machining parameters and plans.
  • Designed work paths for custom projects, selecting appropriate parameters for speed, feed rates and tool selection.
  • Worked closely with clients to establish specifications and system designs.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic

Engineering Technician

SGS Thompson Microelectronics
09.1988 - 11.1988
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports.
  • Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures.
  • Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
  • Implemented schematics, diagrams and written and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project issues.
  • Implemented schematics, diagrams, and written, and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project issues
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
  • Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards
  • Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical, and maintenance procedures
  • Assisted with design and implementation of new engineering processes and procedures to optimize productivity
  • Implemented quality assurance procedures to minimize non-conformances

Education

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

Texas State Technical College - Waco
Waco, TX
02.2002

Skills

  • Corporate filings
  • Financial management procedures
  • Excel expertise
  • Financial statements expertise
  • Due diligence
  • Finance
  • Financial analysis
  • Bookkeeping
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Financial Management
  • Budgeting

Strength Training, Cardio, Black Sash Combat Kung Fu

Overcame Cerebral Palsy to Black Sash in Combat Kung Fu

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
German
Professional Working

Timeline

Treasurer

Sparks Memorial Unitedd Methodist Church
07.2021 - Current

Library Technician

Waco Mc Clennan County Public Library
06.1996 - 04.2014

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Waco ISD
09.1990 - 05.1992

Ladder Logic Programmer

Velcon Group
04.1989 - 05.1989

Engineering Technician

SGS Thompson Microelectronics
09.1988 - 11.1988

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

Texas State Technical College - Waco
Jay Lawrence Lawson