Kathleen Reijners
Mt. Pleasant,SC
Summary
Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and regulations. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate, and cost-effective. Ready to bring 30+ years of accounting experience and take on challenging new role.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Iron Ox Development/Iron Fox
04.2023 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
Owner/Manager of Operations
Cactus Car Wash
11.2013 - 04.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Owner/Manager of Operations and Finance
The Curtain Exchange Of Charleston
08.2005 - 08.2012
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Handled all of the day to day financials and financial reporting.
Controller
East Of Eden
02.1999 - 01.2002
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 12 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Emphasis Accounting
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC12.1995
Skills
- Project Management
- Project planning and development
- Customer Relations
- Staff Management
- Work flow planning
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Purchasing and procurement
- Inventory Control
- Budget Administration
- Financial Administration
- Documentation And Reporting
- Detail Oriented
Timeline
Project Manager
Iron Ox Development/Iron Fox
04.2023 - Current
Owner/Manager of Operations
Cactus Car Wash
11.2013 - 04.2023
Owner/Manager of Operations and Finance
The Curtain Exchange Of Charleston
08.2005 - 08.2012
Controller
East Of Eden
02.1999 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Emphasis Accounting
Charleston Southern University
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