Jennifer Preul
Moville
Summary
Experienced accounting manager and administration professional with several years of experience in overseeing a wide variety of essential functions in a bustling business. Analytical in optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various offices within diverse environments. Highly organized with strengths in prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager/Closer
TRN - The Title Resource Network
Sioux City
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Reviewed property titles for accuracy and ensured compliance with legal standards, facilitating smooth transactions.
- Collaborated with clients to gather necessary documentation for title processing.
- Prepared title commitment documents for real estate transactions and closings.
- Conducted lien searches on properties to ensure all liens were cleared prior to closing.
- Researched relevant laws, regulations, and policies to ensure accuracy of titles.
- Prepared reports detailing status of titles in order to facilitate transactions.
- Monitored changes in legislation that could affect the status of existing titles.
- Engaged with attorneys and other professionals to address complex title issues.
- Ordered title reports for issuing title insurance, identified and resolved title defects and satisfied existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals.
- Updated and maintained title and escrow records in company database for easy access and reference.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws pertaining to real estate transactions.
- Trained and mentored junior title specialists, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Managed office supplies and inventory, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Coordinated staff schedules and meetings to enhance time management and collaboration across teams.
- Handled incoming communications, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel promptly.
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Maintained organized office environment to support operational efficiency and professional performance.
Finance Specialist
Woodhouse Family Auto
Sioux City
09.2014 - 04.2020
- Prepared detailed financial reports to support management's decision-making process.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and inform strategic planning initiatives.
- Reviewed invoices and processed payments to ensure timely vendor compensation.
- Conducted audits of financial records to ensure adherence to company standards.
- Analyzed accounts receivable and accounts payable aging reports to ensure timely payment of invoices.
- Conducted financial analysis and research to provide senior management with insights for forecasting.
Warranty Administrator
Woodhouse Family Auto
Sioux City
09.2014 - 04.2020
- Processed warranty paperwork for accurate documentation, reporting and filing.
- Cultivated relationships with vendors, suppliers, and third-party providers to enhance warranty service effectiveness.
- Participated in training sessions offered by vendors or manufacturers related to specific products or services covered by the company's warranty program.
- Addressed discrepancies in warranty coverage, ensuring customer satisfaction and accurate claims processing.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current industry regulations related to warranties.
- Reconciled warranty receivables with payments using appropriate accounting schedules.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws governing consumer protection rights when dealing with warranty claims.
- Collaborated with sales, engineering, and finance teams to ensure precise management of warranty claims.
Accounting Specialist
Woodhouse Family Auto
SIoux City
09.2014 - 04.2020
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll functions to maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations for timely reporting.
- Collaborated with team to ensure compliance with financial regulations, reducing risk of discrepancies.
- Analyzed expense reports for discrepancies and corrections.
- Created journal entries to record transactions in the general ledger.
- Developed reports to support month-end close process including account reconciliations.
- Managed intercompany transactions and reconciled all intercompany accounts each month.
- Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate annual audit, ensuring timely completion and adherence to standards.
Office Manager/Tax Instructor/Tax Preparer
H&R Block Tax Svc
Sioux City
11.1996 - 04.2016
- Coordinated office operations to ensure smooth workflow across departments, facilitating collaboration and timely project completion.
- Oversaw scheduling for meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for executives.
- Developed and implemented office procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new employees on office protocols and software systems used daily.
- Facilitated communication between staff and upper management to streamline projects.
- Organized company events and meetings, managing logistics to create engaging and productive experiences for participants.
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
- Maintained organized office systems to enhance professionalism and support team performance objectives.
- Prepared individual and business tax returns using tax software.
- Reviewed client documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Communicated tax law changes to clients and staff.
- Assisted clients with tax planning strategies throughout the year.
- Conducted client interviews to gather necessary financial information.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve complex tax issues.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
- Filed electronically through approved software programs.
- Delivered engaging lessons to diverse student groups.
- Developed curriculum materials aligned with educational standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain order.
- Integrated technology into lessons for enhanced learning experiences.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
Education
Tax Advisor Level 5 - Taxation
HR Block
Sioux City, Ia 11-1996
Some College (No Degree) - Microcomputer Accounting
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IASkills
- Office coordination
- Financial reporting
- Compliance monitoring
- Training development
- Customer service
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Client communication
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Office Manager/Closer
TRN - The Title Resource Network
11.2020 - 01.2022
Finance Specialist
Woodhouse Family Auto
09.2014 - 04.2020
Warranty Administrator
Woodhouse Family Auto
09.2014 - 04.2020
Accounting Specialist
Woodhouse Family Auto
09.2014 - 04.2020
Office Manager/Tax Instructor/Tax Preparer
H&R Block Tax Svc
11.1996 - 04.2016
Tax Advisor Level 5 - Taxation
HR Block
Some College (No Degree) - Microcomputer Accounting
Western Iowa Tech Community College