Jeannie Ferguson
North Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Graduated from High School, worked for an investment
company in Bethesda, Md for one year. Returned to North Carolina and went to work at United Brass Works in a clerical position. While there, went to night school at
UNC - Greensboro and graduated with a bachelors degree in Business/Accounting. Progressed with United Brass to
become an officer of the company and the Corporate Secretary. Retired from there after 36 years. Worked part-time as a sales associate at Whitaker Farms & Greenhouses for five years. After that, went to work at Benchmark Upholstery where I was responsible for all
plant scheduling, payroll and all office responsibilities.
Plant is closing and I we are moving to North Myrtle Beach. I am looking for a work-from-home job where I can utilize some of my skills.
Overview
54
54
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Administrator
Benchmark Upholstery, Inc.
Staley, NC
01.2012 - 07.2022
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Applied advanced administrative and analytical skills in overseeing day-to-day operational activities.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping and other administrative functions.
- Maintained open communication with customers to foster positive relations and provide updates on issues.
- Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
- Kept detailed records of supplies and office equipment use to budget and make orders for new supplies.
Sales Associate
Whitaker Farms & Greenhouse
Asheboro, NC
04.2009 - 01.2012
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Financial Controller
United Brass Works, Inc,
Randleman, NC
05.1967 - 05.2008
- Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
- Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Planned budgets, authorized expenditures, monitored accounting processes, established service rates and coordinated financial reporting to oversee all fiscal procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of North Carolina
Greensboro, NC05.1974
High School Diploma -
Ramseur High School
Ramseur, NC06.1965
Skills
- Office Management
- Financial Services Support
Timeline
Office Administrator
Benchmark Upholstery, Inc.
01.2012 - 07.2022
Sales Associate
Whitaker Farms & Greenhouse
04.2009 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science -
University of North Carolina
High School Diploma -
Ramseur High School
Financial Controller
United Brass Works, Inc,
05.1967 - 05.2008