Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Personal Information
Timeline
Katie Fahlbusch

Katie Fahlbusch

El Dorado

Summary

Experienced manager and client services specialist, seeking growth and a development opportunity in a career that allows me to exceed my current potential and grow as an individual.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Billing Coordinator

Jalquin's Trucking, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
  • Coordinating with Sub-Contractors to resolve outstanding balances, resulting in a higher percentage of on-time payments
  • Strengthening client relations by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns regarding invoices and account statuses.
  • Monitoring accounts receivable reports, identifying trends and proactively addressing potential collection issues.
  • Identifying, investigating, and resolving billing variances to maintain system accuracy and currency.
  • Updating current documentation, reports, and spreadsheets with financial information via Google Workspace
  • Preparing itemized statements and invoices with amounts due for services rendered using SquareUp
  • Applying data entry skills to accurately document and input statements via Google Sheets
  • Maintaining organization and accurate filing of company documents.
  • Reconciling accounts receivable to general ledger.
  • Accurate attention to detail
  • Experience with Certified Payroll Reporting with DIR, LCPTracker, Prevailing Wage Seminar with Public Works Compliance Advisors

Client Service Coordinator & Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2023

Client Service Coordinator

  • Managed reception area by greeting clients, answering high volume of phone calls (approx. 100-200 per day), while balancing daily expected output calls (200+) and responding to email and fax inquiries
  • Maintained detailed records of client interactions, enabling better tracking of account history and facilitating continuity among team members handling the same accounts.
  • Helped large volume of clients every day with a positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Referred client inquiries and requests for medical advisement to the medical team
  • Managed multiple client accounts simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Educated clients on pricing of services, Wellness Plan Packages, and products with current and prospective clients to help maximize their benefits from our services.
  • Coordinated with operations staff to resolve service problems and boost client satisfaction.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.

Veterinary Assistant

  • Stocked Pharmaceutical medication, refilling inventory, organizing medical supplies
  • Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
  • Reduced stress for patients while assisting veterinarians with examinations
  • Informed clients of all preventative care services due for patients to ensure best practice and general well-being
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Meticulously analyzed patient history, medical notations, and client triage to document and relay pertinent information to DVM
  • Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
  • Promoted preventive care services and Wellness Care Plan Packages by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.

Dining Room Manager

Mom & Pop Chicken Shop
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Maintaining consistent quality of standards
  • Building genuine connections and interactions with guests
  • Upholding hospitality core values
  • Counter service as well as full table service
  • Day to day business production
  • Tracking trends, flow of business, and peak service times
  • Tracking tip reports in a weighted tip-pool
  • Proficient knowledge of Square POS
  • Scheduling for the Front of House Staff
  • Interviewing potential candidates for hire
  • Completion of on-boarding paperwork through DocuSign and ADP
  • Cash handling, bank deposits, disbursement of payment to vendors
  • Day to day labor management relative to profit trends

Assistant General Manager

Steve's Pizza
08.2018 - 12.2021
  • Managing front of house staff (hosts) and bar area to ensure satisfaction of guests and overall restaurant quality/efficiency
  • Managing kitchen staff to consistently uphold standards of production
  • Completing tasks related to opening/closing business day
  • Key Holder Position
  • Cash drawer count before and after service
  • Ordering and managing inventory
  • Completion of prep work based on current business trends
  • Overseeing large catering events, projects and party scheduling while maintaining consistent flow of business
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Tracking daily sales trends relative to labor and profit

Restaurant Supervisor

Red Hawk Casino
09.2017 - 08.2018
  • Passed federal background check in accordance with tribal gaming laws and regulations
  • At the time, in possession of a Federal Gaming License
  • Supervisor to front of house staff
  • Overseeing completion of duties between 2 venues
  • Management of Hawks Coffee & Burger Spot/full knowledge of all tasks related to these 2 venues
  • Occasional assistance with Casino Floor management, Bar assistance, and neighboring restaurants (Pearl Asian Cuisine, KOTO, Waterfall Buffet)
  • Ordering products from outside distributors as well as internal venues (beer orders, pastry orders, ordering food stock for kitchen, dry goods)
  • Creation of recipes to be used for monthly specials for both Hawks Coffee and Burger Spot
  • Assisting with staff scheduling
  • In charge of employee training activities as well as bulletin updates on current casino events, updated policies, and new opportunities for employees

Assistant Manager

McDonald's
05.2014 - 09.2017
  • Management of entire staff both front of house and kitchen
  • Hiring/terminating of employees
  • Scheduling
  • Bank deposits/overall cash handling
  • Training from daily job duties
  • Company paid Management Courses, approx
  • 60 hours in business/restaurant management
  • Ordering products/exchanging of goods within franchise
  • Department management of employees/People Manager
  • Training employees
  • In charge of team building and reward activities for employees such as employee of the month, birthday celebration, staff party/exchanges

Education

High school diploma -

Union Mine High School, El Dorado County, CA
01.2013

Skills

  • Microsoft & Google Office Proficiency
  • Customer Service
  • Scheduling
  • Account Management
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Communication skills
  • Invoicing expertise
  • Phone etiquette

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 40 staff members.
  • Used Google Sheets to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Completed over 200 hours of Management Certification courses.

Certification

  • ServSafe Manager
  • Gaming License
  • Passed federal background check and gaming investigator questioning to obtain a federal gaming license through Red Hawk Casino

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Billing Coordinator - Jalquin's Trucking, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Client Service Coordinator & Veterinary Assistant - Banfield Pet Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2023
Dining Room Manager - Mom & Pop Chicken Shop
08.2021 - 08.2022
Assistant General Manager - Steve's Pizza
08.2018 - 12.2021
Restaurant Supervisor - Red Hawk Casino
09.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Manager - McDonald's
05.2014 - 09.2017
Union Mine High School - High school diploma,
Katie Fahlbusch