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AdministrativeAssistant

Jeanette Wiggins

Avondale,AZ

Summary

I want a company where I can use my talents and skills to enhance their company. Looking to work with interesting people and learn new things. I am a fast learner and willing to work hard to achieve the goals of the company I work for. I love meeting new people and rising to the challenge of a complicated issue to solve it effectively and efficiently. I enjoy working as a team but also work on my own. Detail-oriented Bookkeeper well versed in payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Excelled in corporate bookkeeping services delivery and learned new technologies to improve efficiency. Impressive accounting and communications skills leading to desirable outcomes.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Owner

F & M Bldg LLC
Centralia, WA
07.2012 - Current
  • Ordered and monitored regular maintenance and necessary repairs on location to protect residents, belongings and building.
  • Monitored rent collections and resolved tenant disputes quickly and effectively.
  • Managed showings, rental paperwork and collections for 5 apartments and 4 retail properties.
  • Reduced vacancy and unit turnover rates through carefully developed marketing and leasing efforts.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format.
  • Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
  • Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.

Bookkeeper

Sequel Development LLC
01.2005 - Current
  • Produce reports, calculate and submit quarterly and yearly taxes
  • Schedule sub-contractors as needed for our projects
  • Use Quicken software.
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses for 40 plus tenants.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.

Fitness Instructor

Nordic Wellness
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
  • Explained use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritizing safety at all times.
  • Adapted instruction to accommodate special needs, disabilities and physical limitations.
  • Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
  • Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
  • Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.

Scandinavian Cultural Center

Volunteer For Scandianvian Cultural Center
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Sat on the board of directors and was in charge of the Lucia program including assembling volunteers, writing, directing and performing in the program with over 30 volunteers plus extra on the evening of the event
  • This included rehearsals as well as the program and reception afterwards with the help of other volunteers and director of the center
  • Acquire donations for the program.

Fitness Instructor

24 Hour Fitness
04.2017 - 04.2019
  • Same as Nordic Wellness above

Office Manager

Wiggins Custom Woodworks
01.1993 - 04.2015
  • Quickbooks software for A/R, A/P, P/R, Banking
  • Entered and paid invoices, ordered raw materials for projects, paid employees, did all the taxes for city, state, and federal
  • Updated and maintained bank accounts, reconciliations, maintained files, made phone calls to customers as well as potential customers, maintained information about customers calling and in the showroom, scheduled appointments, and all things which the owner required
  • Did Payroll for up to 15 employees.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
  • Improved safety procedures to promote employee well-being and safety and protect company from potential liability.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Owner

Strictly Scandinavian Gifts
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Maintained a website, newsletters to customers, merchandising of product, shipping and receiving of products.
  • Used Quickbooks for A/R, A/P, Payroll, Banking.
  • Handled all tax reporting for employees and state and federal taxes.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.

Office Manager

Mitchel Plumbing Co
01.1995 - 01.2004
  • Used a software designed for service companies called CMS
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments.
  • Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • A/R, A/P, P/R, Banking
  • Improved safety procedures to promote employee well-being and safety and protect company from potential liability.
  • Entered and paid invoices, including budgeting, Met with salespeople and ordered materials as needed, created an inventory system of all the parts and organized them
  • Hired employees as needed, made phone calls to customers, scheduling of services, taught customer service training to employees, maintained a newsletter.
  • Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Filed and prepared city, state and Federal taxes for business and payroll
  • Maintained customer database, attending training on CMS software, filing and other office duties as needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Skyline High School
Idaho Falls, ID
05.1986

Skills

  • Microsoft products: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Quicken, Quickbooks and other specialized accounting software
  • Quarterly and yearly taxes completed for different companies, employees Federal and local taxes
  • Human Resources: interviewed and hired employees
  • Bookkeeping Software
  • Financial Recordkeeping
  • Accounts Payable
  • Bank Statement Reconciliation
  • General Ledger Entries
  • Customer Relations
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Invoice Processing
  • Payroll Administration
  • Vendor Management
  • Have taken and produced minutes for many organizations which I have volunteered
  • Able to write newsletters, e-mail and social media content
  • Willing to learn and am a fast learner
  • Purchased, priced and displayed merchandise for my own gift shop in Washington
  • Maintained inventory, lists, reports and costs for several companies in Excel and custom software
  • Managed all aspects of my household and family for over 20 years
  • Co-ordinated and scheduled interesting programs for my church, Scandinavian clubs and others which included learning about different cultures, painting, and learning new skills
  • Have a friendly personality and enjoying getting to know and meeting others

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Swedish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Fitness Instructor

Nordic Wellness
01.2022 - 01.2023

Fitness Instructor

24 Hour Fitness
04.2017 - 04.2019

Scandinavian Cultural Center

Volunteer For Scandianvian Cultural Center
01.2015 - 01.2020

Co-Owner

F & M Bldg LLC
07.2012 - Current

Bookkeeper

Sequel Development LLC
01.2005 - Current

Owner

Strictly Scandinavian Gifts
01.2005 - 01.2010

Office Manager

Mitchel Plumbing Co
01.1995 - 01.2004

Office Manager

Wiggins Custom Woodworks
01.1993 - 04.2015

High School Diploma -

Skyline High School
Jeanette Wiggins