Jolene Gray
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive automotive industry experience, starting as a receptionist at West Side Oldsmobile & Dodge and advancing to key administrative roles. As Warranty Administrator for five dealerships under Story Enterprises, demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, resulting in a swift promotion to Office Manager at Sunland Park Pontiac Buick GMC within one year. Successfully managed comprehensive financial operations as Comptroller in a Buy Here Pay Here dealership, overseeing financial records for multiple entities until the company's dissolution. Recently contributed nearly 14 years of dedicated service at Rudolph Imports, showcasing a strong commitment to excellence and operational efficiency throughout a diverse career.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Associate
Rudolph Imports
El Paso, TX
06.2008 - 01.2022
- Applied proper accounts to posting vehicle deals and maintain high accuracy.
- Reconciled account information from Factory Dealer Billing Statements to Inventory accounts monthly. Post insurance, receivables, loans and fees.
- Reported Vehicle data to Factory on floorplan owed.
- Investigated daily variances and correct New and Used vehicle schedules monthy.
- Input financial data and produced reports using UCS, ADP, Auto Star, Renolds & Renolds, and Dealer Track.
- Entered figures for Sales Tax, Battery Tax, and VIT tax monthly.
- Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
- Addressed and resolved complex and unexpected variances.
- Completed bi-weekly reports for sales commission payroll.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes effectively.
Office Manager
Sunland Park Pontiac Buick GMC
El Paso, TX
10.1993 - 06.2009
- Developed standard operating procedures for all administrative employees.
- Utilized company's accounting systems to review DOC reports and prepare Financial Statements.
- Attended meetings, seminars and workshops to enhance knowledge of bookkeeping functions and other job duties.
- Managed office operations while scheduling weekly meetings for department managers.
- Managed schedules, reconciliation of accounts and Factory Statements.
Comptroller
HFA Auto Solutions
El Paso, TX
06.2006 - 05.2008
- Monitored financial institution performance and apprised relevant parties on banking matters.
- Carried company charge card, exercising discretion in spending on business-related expenses such as travel and meals.
- Performed routine closings, maintained clean, accurate and accessible records and kept close eye on transaction updates throughout each quarter.
- Established and enforced internal controls, workflows and policies for tracking, reconciling and reporting on accounting activities.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Generated sales tax reports for each operational jurisdictions, monitored bi-weekly payroll and prepared and paid out sales commissions.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TXSkills
- Accounts receivable analysis
- Record Reconciliation
- Financial Calculation and Analysis
- Data Entry and 10-Key
- Accounting software proficiency
- Invoice balancing
- Payment processing
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Cash flow management
- Accounts receivable management
Timeline
Accounting Associate
Rudolph Imports
06.2008 - 01.2022
Comptroller
HFA Auto Solutions
06.2006 - 05.2008
Office Manager
Sunland Park Pontiac Buick GMC
10.1993 - 06.2009
Some College (No Degree) -
El Paso Community College