Karen Walker

P.O. Box 10052 Prescott,AZ

Summary

Seeking Long-term employment utilizing my knowledge and prior work experience, help meet goals and build a strong foundation with company I can grow with.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Owner / Operator

Greek Café / Greek Out Take Out LLC

12.2011 - Current

Created various items such as business plans, recipes, menus, websites and training materials needed to initiate a productive restaurant.
Ensured the facility adheres to all safety laws, regulations and policies.
Handled and completed daily bookkeeping, quarterly accounting and created easy to read spreadsheets to ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory infrastructures.
Reviewed and analyzed financial statements on a regular basis and developed action plans to improve results and profitability.
Responsibilities included interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems in accordance with policies and procedures.

Executive Assistant / HR Coordinator

Premier Title Group / TSA

07.1999 - 04.2011

Assisted company President and Vice President with administrative duties and day to day matters.
Managed professional and personal scheduling including agendas, mail, electronic correspondence, phones calls and client management as needed.
Supported other departments including sales, customer service, compliance, marketing, i.e. etc.
Gathered information on numerous projects and provided details accurately and efficiently.
Identified, developed and implemented effective recruiting methods.
Collaborated with Accounting to ensure checks and balances during payroll.
Partnered with the HR Director to understand and execute the organization's goals and objectives as it relates to recruitment, retention and succession planning.

Education

Tolleson High School

Skills

Operations management
Documentation and reporting
Hiring
Business planning
Inventory management

Strong work ethic
Decision-making
Dependable and reliable
Customer service
Customer-oriented

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