Julia Postma
Foley,AL
Summary
Hardworking and passionate biological sciences professional with three years of experience in the fishing industry. Outdoor enthusiast with laboratory techniques, and fieldwork experience. Committed to actively pursuing and learning about conservation in the local ecosystem.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Orange Beach Marina
Orange Beach, Alabama
04.2024 - Current
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate financial tracking.
- Organize file systems to enhance accessibility and efficiency.
- Create and maintain Excel spreadsheets for financial reporting.
- Support general office operations to facilitate smooth workflows.
- Prepare and distribute yearly and monthly leases to clients.
- Collect lease policy information from customers for record accuracy.
- Assist with budget tracking and prepare financial reports.
- Balance cash flow and deposits.
- Perform monthly billing and verify invoices for accuracy.
Cashier/Dockhand
Orange Beach Marina
Orange Beach, Alabama
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Streamlined receiving, stocking, and distribution of merchandise to enhance efficiency.
- Coordinated with boat crews for efficient loading and unloading of supplies, fuel, and fish.
- Delegated vital information to relevant channels to ensure effective communication.
- Ensured safe handling of cash and credit card transactions during purchases.
- Supported dock management in implementing procedures that improved workflow and staff performance.
- Utilized scales to accurately weigh fish for recreational and state record purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-2024
Skills
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Data analysis
- Biological sampling techniques
- Time management
- Boating skills
- Laboratory methods
- Dissection skills
- Fieldwork techniques
- Team collaboration
- Species identification
Volunteer Experience
Marine Mammal Stranding Network,
2023-2024
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
- Trained in Stranding Protocols
- Necropsy Techniques
- Documentation Procedures
- Public Outreach
- Public Health and Safety
Auburn Oyster Lab
Summer 2023
- Assisted with predation counts
- Removal of drills
- Core sampling techniques
- Oyster transplantation
Mobile Baykeeper Member
2024
Timeline
Accountant
Orange Beach Marina
04.2024 - Current
Cashier/Dockhand
Orange Beach Marina
06.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Alabama