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Kathryn Brater

Secretary/Accounting
Osh Kosh,WI

Summary

Dedicated administrative professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Natures Cupboard
12.2023 - Current
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.

Business Office Assistant

Fairhaven Baptist College
03.2023 - Current
  • Supported budget management with diligent tracking of expenses, processing invoices, and generating financial reports.
  • Bolstered client satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries and concerns via phone, email or in person.
  • processed cash/card payments while working extensively with Quickbooks, Blackbaud and Excel

Private House Cleaner

Self Employed
07.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced executive productivity by managing schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  • Maintained home and living space and coordinated with contractors, vendors, etc to ensure tasks handled in an effective and efficient manner.

Customer Service Representative

Red Fox Cafe
02.2021 - 12.2023
  • Fostered a positive work atmosphere with clear communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving strategies.
  • Built strong relationships with regular customers through attentive service, remembering preferences, and engaging in friendly conversation when appropriate.

Janitorial Manager

Fairhaven Baptist Church
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring to develop a high-performing janitorial team committed to excellence in service delivery.
  • Improved facility cleanliness by conducting regular inspections and addressing issues promptly.
  • Oversaw regular maintenance and cleaning of Four professional buildings.

Secretary to the General Manager

Unique Appraisals
01.2021 - 12.2022


  • Proactively anticipated the General Manager's needs and provided timely assistance, ensuring their focus remained on high-priority tasks.
  • Facilitated productive meetings by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items assigned to attendees.
  • designed and submitted proposals for appraisals and worked with four local counties to obtain permits and accurate information for the reports

Residential Childcare Worker

Self Employed
01.2015 - 09.2022
  • Maintained a safe living environment by adhering to strict health and safety protocols, reducing incidents and accidents within the residence.

Part Time Roofing Laborer

Stephen Brater Roofing And Repair
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Bolstered overall project success rates through meticulous attention to detail when executing daily tasks assigned within given timelines.

Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer

Fairhaven Baptist Church
06.2015 - 08.2020
  • Promoted a positive camp environment through clear communication, active listening, and conflict resolution techniques.

Landscape Groundskeeper

Fairhaven Baptist Church
04.2015 - 08.2020
  • Collaborated with landscape designers to implement new features and maintain existing ones in accordance with project specifications.

Education

Associate of Arts - Church Office Administration

Fairhaven Baptist College
Chesterton
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Fairhaven Baptist Academy
Chesterton, IN
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Client Relations
  • Calendar Management
  • Database Management
  • Proposal Writing
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Office Administration
  • Invoice Processing
  • Clerical Support
  • Business Administration

References

David Johnson: Owner Unique Appraisals. (219) 898-6601

Ed Holland: Chief Executive Officer M. Holland Co.  (847) 922-8510

Deborah Coates: Manager Natures Cupboard  (219) 405-0800

Ann Dee Holland: Director Academic Services [High School Admin]  (847) 494-0800

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Natures Cupboard
12.2023 - Current

Business Office Assistant

Fairhaven Baptist College
03.2023 - Current

Private House Cleaner

Self Employed
07.2021 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Red Fox Cafe
02.2021 - 12.2023

Janitorial Manager

Fairhaven Baptist Church
01.2021 - 12.2023

Secretary to the General Manager

Unique Appraisals
01.2021 - 12.2022

Part Time Roofing Laborer

Stephen Brater Roofing And Repair
06.2020 - 09.2020

Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer

Fairhaven Baptist Church
06.2015 - 08.2020

Landscape Groundskeeper

Fairhaven Baptist Church
04.2015 - 08.2020

Residential Childcare Worker

Self Employed
01.2015 - 09.2022

Associate of Arts - Church Office Administration

Fairhaven Baptist College
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Fairhaven Baptist Academy
05.2001 -

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