Summary

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Katherine Helmer

Patterson,CA

Summary

Detail‑driven construction professional with 20 years of experience guiding projects through planning, execution, and closeout. Expertise in budget management, cost tracking, and accounting workflows that support consistent, profitable project delivery. Manage and coordinate 30+ subcontractors per job while overseeing budget, AP/AR, contract documentation, change orders, submittals, and final project turnover with exceptional accuracy and efficiency.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Project Accountant / Assistant Project Manager

Adam Lewis Construction

Livermore, CA

05.2022 - Current

Developed and maintained comprehensive cost accounting system for accurate financial reporting and decision-making support.
Managed budgeting process, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans for Building Developers/Owners.
Conducted regular audits of cost accounting records, ensuring accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
Oversee 30+ Subcontractors per project during project timeline.
Contract documentation, change orders, submittals, budgets, AP/AR, meeting minutes, and project closeout.
Experience in multiple programs - Quickbooks, Autodesk, Excel, Word, Building Connected, DocuSign, etc.

Project Manager /Lead Accounting Clerk

Interior Commercial Installation, Inc.

Brentwood, CA

03.2013 - 05.2022

Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Managed project job costing and processed all Quickbooks entries from project start to finish.
AP/AR, Job Costing, Accounting Closeout
Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.

Office Assistant

Euro Surfaces, Inc

Tracy, CA

12.2006 - 03.2013

Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
Developed correspondence letters, memos and emails.
Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.

Assistant Manager

Panda Express

Modesto, CA

01.2006 - 12.2006

Developed and maintained comprehensive cost accounting system for accurate financial reporting and decision-making support.
Managed budgeting process, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans for Building Developers/Owners.
Conducted regular audits of cost accounting records, ensuring accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
Oversee 30+ Subcontractors per project during project timeline.
Contract documentation, change orders, submittals, budgets, AP/AR, meeting minutes, and project closeout.
Experience in multiple programs - Quickbooks, Autodesk, Excel, Word, Building Connected, DocuSign, etc.