Julie A. Kramer

Throughout my 21 years as Vice President, CFO and COO, I oversaw the operations of two Ground Round Grill & Bars (Vermont and New York), Lindsey's Cafe, Lindsey's Banquet Facility, Dinah J's Bar and Best Western Plus hotel, along with managing corporate business tenants.

Oversaw the fiscal and management operations of the company. Accountable for the administrative, financial and risk management operations. Developed collaborative relationships with management teams while maintaining a culture consistent with core values of respect, integrity, teamwork, dedication and positive attitude. Set and maintain brand and operational standards. Achieve profit, sales and customer satisfaction goals by developing and implementing strategic plans.

• Direct financial activities of company.
• Proficient in Sage Accounting system.
• Established corporate economic strategies, objectives and policies.
• Prepare reports which summarize and forecast company activity and financial position.
• Prepare and review all budgets on annual basis and review monthly for variances with management.
• Developed and oversee accounting, payroll and human resources department for up to 200 employees. Proficient in ADP and Paychex programs.
• Negotiate and maintain all business contracts and insurance requirements.
• Responsible for all company inspections and audits thereof.

General Manager - Best Western Plus

Oversee all aspects of the hotel operations, including guest relations, front desk housekeeping, maintenance, team building and staff development. Responsible for all phases of hotel management, includes sales and marketing, human resources and budgeting/forecasting. Empower managers and staff to provide superior customer care to guests, associates and other visitors.

• Set tools and objectives for all departments and manage and direct all operations.
• Proficient in Nova Plus and Visual Matrix property management programs.
• Develop, implement and manage annual budgeted and long term business plan.
• Meet budgeted goals with heavy focus on RevPAR & ADR.
• Create new programs in response to market conditions and revenue opportunities. Proficient in Runtriz, Nexus, Expedia, Trip Advisor and Hotel Planner.
• Implement policies to protect financial assets as well as protecting safety of guests and employees.

• Financial Management of numerous businesses/corporations to including a hotel. Responsible for implementation and oversight of all accounting policies and procedures. Oversaw all accounts receivables/payables, payroll and tax returns. Responsible for compiling and preparing all monthly financial statements.

Functioned as both Accountant and Fiscal Manager, directly responsible for all accounting/fiscal policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring that all State and Federal regulations were implemented and adhered to. Supervised and performed various aspects of accounting to include: compiling financial reports, oversaw cash journal, bi-weekly payrolls and leave time for over 175 employees. Supervised direct accounting staff. Member of overall Management Team at DSS, aiding in decision making for agency as whole.

• Converted agency from manual procedures to computerized accounting system. Assisted network engineer in designing accounting program.
• Responsible for audits and compliance.
• Developed and managed annual county budget in excess of $28.6 million, grants over $3.5 million and Medicaid expenditures in excess of $64 million.
• Responsible for claiming and tracking in excess of $17 million annually.
• Aided in preparation of grant funding proposals.
• Analyzed and projected expenditures and revenues based on State and Federal budget changes, coordinated and processed payments for over 5000 vendors.
• Maximized revenues and reduced costs through application of analytic skills.
• Effectively communicated with 16 different units within agency to meet their needs.

Researched and prepared legal documents pertaining to trusts, estates, wills, real estate transactions and bankruptcy proceedings and incorporations. Responsible for administering trust accounts and probate estate accounts and managed client receivables. Administered Interim bankruptcy assets and all accounts according to Federal Bankruptcy guidelines. Met with clients on behalf of attorney, direct communications with numerous courts and other professionals.

Served Active Duty as Ammunition Specialist during Desert Storm from January 1991 to June 1991 stationed in Germany. Honorable Discharge-Veteran. As Administrative Specialist I was responsible for preparation of reports, overseeing personnel files, new member orientation and assisting Company Commander in all administrative matters. As Ammunition Specialist I was responsible for all aspects of ammunitions and storage, maintenance and shipment thereof.