Resourceful and experienced worker offering expertise in customer service, travel coordination and file management. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Handles multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Officer
Northern Illinois University
05.2023 - 12.2023
Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
Researched and processed returned checks, and reversed the original entries through processing adjusting journals.
Reviewed invoices for accuracy and processed vendor checks for payment, ensuring that they were mailed to the appropriate vendors
Additional duties include:
Directed phone inquiries, answered customer questions, and scheduled appointments.
Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Small Business Owner
Untethered Inspirations
01.2021 - 06.2023
Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
Trained interns in customer service, food safety, and performance requirements.
Taught interns correct procedures for all areas of operations.
Set positive example for interns by providing high-quality, efficient service.
Studied interns during work shift to provide feedback and guidance in improving performance.
Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
Virtual Customer Service Representative
Exact Science
04.2020 - 02.2021
Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Assistant Project Manager
Northern Contracting
05.2020 - 07.2020
Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.
Generated weekly and monthly status reports for helpful progress tracking.
Supported senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
06.2016 - 12.2016
Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Real Estate Assistant
Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell
01.2011 - 06.2016
Prepared and maintained accurate property listings, sales contracts and closing documents.
Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
Performed market research and evaluated competitive property analysis to define competitive listing and sale prices.
Assisted clients in home staging and overall preparation for real estate sales.process
Developed and maintained list of available properties suited to different needs and budgets for both commercial and industrial use.
Pharmacy Technician, Previously Salesclerk
CVS Pharmacy
10.2004 - 08.2010
Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
Assistant Store Manager
Frank's Nursery And Crafts
10.1999 - 12.2004
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Informatics
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
06.2018
Skills
Invoicing
Budget Review
Payroll Management
AP and AR Management
Appointment Scheduling
Complaint Resolution
Data Entry
PeopleSoft
Departmental Support
Administrative Support
Sensitive Information Handling
Mail Handling
Accomplishments
Supervised team of over 50 staff members.
Customer Relations - Earned highest marks for customer satisfaction, company-wide.
Conflict Resolution - Responsible for handling customer account inquiries, accurately providing information to ensure resolution of product/service complaints and customer satisfaction.
Certification
Fundamentals of Social Media Advertising Certification
Social Media Management Certification
ISocial Media Marketing Certification
Mandated Reporter
Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC), AMCA
Licensed Amateur Radio Operator, FCC - WX9PDS
Community Involvement
Advanced Storm Spotter, National Weather Service, 2010 – Present
Kishwaukee Amateur Radio Club, 2021 – Present
Parade Marshal, Sycamore Pumpkin Festival Parade, 2022, 2023
Command Center Net Control Station, Chicagoland Tour de Cure American Diabetes Association, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023
Intake Volunteer – Emergency Donation Center, The Salvation Army, 2017
Organized and implemented the Naplate and Ottawa, Illinois EF-3 Tornado Relief Drive, 2017
Organized and implemented the Washington, Illinois EF-4 Tornado Relief Drive, 2013
Graduate Assistant – Project FLEX at Northern Illinois University & Illinois Department of Juvenile JusticeGraduate Assistant – Project FLEX at Northern Illinois University & Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice
Health Data Research & Analysis Analyst at Northern Illinois University, IL -BRFSS LabHealth Data Research & Analysis Analyst at Northern Illinois University, IL -BRFSS Lab