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Account Manager
Open To Work

KARA LARKINS

Aurora Public Schools
Denver,CO
11
years of professional experience

Experienced Account Manager with solid background in managing client relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction. Proven track record of fostering client relationships, managing complex accounts, and aligning services with client needs. Known for professionalism, confidentiality, and strong attention to detail to ensure smooth daily operations.

Work History

Principal Secretary

1 Year
Aurora Public Schools | 11.2025 - Current
  • Prepared the school daily to ensure teacher coverage in each classroom with substitutes or teachers.
  • Ensure accurate/timely approval of classified staff timecards and teacher class coverage timecards.
  • Coordinated the principal's calendar by scheduling appointments and meetings., and managing school building calendar.
  • Organized and supported staff appreciation days and school events to foster community engagement.
  • Create "AFS" for employees that work extra hours to ensure they can get paid.
  • Manage school keys for building – issuing/receiving and documenting keys in the security system.
  • Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive documents related to staff and student discipline cases or personnel matters.
  • Organized all necessary documentation for meetings, including agendas and minutes for efficient communication among stakeholders.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on a daily basis.
  • Completed forms and reference check documentation for human resources in regards to hiring.

Senior Account Manager

2 Years 9 Months
DPT Eurofins | 04.2023 - 01.2026
  • Provided high-level administrative and organizational support to department leadership, managing correspondence, scheduling, and documentation.
  • Initiated and facilitated meetings to support efficiency efforts and ensure seamless communication across departments.
  • Designed and implemented training programs and updated standard operating procedures for the department.
  • Managed a $2M vendor contract, coordinating annual reviews and process improvements that increased efficiency.
  • Led logistics and data tracking for relocating 50,000 archived samples, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
  • Created and maintained templates, reports, and vendor pricing documentation for executive review.
  • Represented the organization professionally at industry conferences and client events, fostering positive relationships.
  • Supported billing review and accuracy through credit/rebill audits and documentation tracking.

Account Manager

2 Years 11 Months
DPT Eurofins | 05.2020 - 04.2023
  • Completed daily administrative tasks, including client communication, data entry, and record updates.
  • Coordinated contract reviews, ensured accurate documentation, and maintained detailed physical/electronic filing systems.
  • Supported executive leadership in managing a $5M client account with 98% satisfaction ratings.
  • Organized logistics for events and meetings, preparing materials, and tracking timelines.
  • Streamlined communication channels between departments to improve workflow and documentation accuracy.

Lab Technician II

1 Year 5 Months
DPT Eurofins | 12.2018 - 05.2020
  • Managed daily documentation, prioritization of tasks, and data tracking for laboratory operations.
  • Maintained accurate records, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.
  • Improved communication between departments and addressed time-sensitive client and staff concerns.
  • Assisted in preparing reports and correspondence to support management decisions.

Client Solutions Specialist II / I

2 Years 11 Months
DPT Eurofins | 01.2016 - 12.2018
  • Performed administrative support functions including data entry, faxing, scanning, and correspondence management.
  • Assisted in onboarding and training new staff members.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion while maintaining excellent client and internal communication.
  • Supported workflow efficiency by tracking and resolving documentation discrepancies and supply issues.

Education

High School Diploma

APS Online | Aurora

Skills

Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite (Word
Excel
Outlook
PowerPoint)
database systems
electronic filing
and data entry
Administrative coordination
Office efficiency
Customer communication
Confidential communication
Reliability
Account management
Teamwork and collaboration
Client relations
Relationship building and management

Timeline

Principal Secretary

Aurora Public Schools
11.2025 - CurrentRead More

Senior Account Manager

DPT Eurofins
04.2023 - 01.2026Read More

Account Manager

DPT Eurofins
05.2020 - 04.2023Read More

Lab Technician II

DPT Eurofins
12.2018 - 05.2020Read More

Client Solutions Specialist II / I

DPT Eurofins
01.2016 - 12.2018Read More

APS Online

High School Diploma
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KARA LARKINSAccount Manager