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KIRSTIN BASLER

Chattanooga,TN

Summary

Highly focused and ambitious administrative professional bringing thirteen plus years of Accounting and Project / Office management experience. Excellent customer service, public relations and with a philanthropic background. Talented in key Office Management functions spanning from employee hiring, training, development. Identifying project goals and scope. Planning and documenting project tasks. Ensure all daily Office functions are completed in a timely and correct manner. Experienced Supervisor leading team members on-time job completion. Assign tasks, train employees, provide feedback, mediate interpersonal conflicts and implement company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provide leadership and vision which drives teams to meet goals. Accomplished Supervisor focused on meeting customer expectations and achieving company goals. Drives success by directing high-producing teams while developing lasting employee rapport. Exceptional knowledge of cost-reduction methods and streamlining production processes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

SUPERVISOR PRODUCTION ASSEMBLY

GESTAMP
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Live Operations, KOCH Foods
  • Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
  • Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.

CUSTOMS SPECIALIST/ASSISTANT TO HR VP

Greytree Partners
  • Played a critical role in risk management by maintaining awareness of potential changes to customs regulations and proactively adapting company strategies accordingly.
  • Conducted thorough audits of import/export documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Managed complex customs projects involving multiple departments, ensuring successful completion within designated timelines and budget constraints.
  • Ensured accurate tariff classifications for various imported goods, resulting in reduced delays and penalties.
  • Developed relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials and international partners, ensuring smooth operations and timely resolution of issues.

Addiction Specialist/Home Care

Self Employed Services
03.2024 - Current
  • Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients struggling with addiction.
  • Promoted harm reduction strategies as part of a holistic approach to treating substance use disorders.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment approaches in addiction therapy.
  • Collaborated with physicians to determine effective combination of therapy and medical treatments for patients in recovery.
  • Coordinated with community resources to ensure seamless transitions between levels of care for patients during their recovery journey.
  • Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.

OFFICE MANAGER/OWNER OPERATOR

Miami Wellness
01.2008 - 12.2017
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.

Education

ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINSTRATION -

Waleska Ga. Reinhart Collage.

BACHELORS DEGREE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT -

Phenoix.

Skills

  • Spanish
  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Staff Management
  • Priority management
  • Operations Management
  • Employee Motivation
  • Processes and procedures

Activities

Throughout my Office management / Accounting career in Chattanooga I have been involved in fifteen activities, within the company and in the public. From developing activities to create a Family environment for employee development and retention to serving on six boards in the Chattanooga area for company development / planning and financial security. Helping others has always been a passion. I have volunteered for the Chattanooga Food Bank, created multiple events while working for VW to aid the community and the employees. As an accounting manager here at Koch Foods I have been able to develop, train and implement a successful team of accounting clerks to obtain and keep a successful working environment.

Leadership Experience

  • Time Management
  • Organization
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Addiction Specialist/Home Care

Self Employed Services
03.2024 - Current

OFFICE MANAGER/OWNER OPERATOR

Miami Wellness
01.2008 - 12.2017

SUPERVISOR PRODUCTION ASSEMBLY

GESTAMP

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Live Operations, KOCH Foods

CUSTOMS SPECIALIST/ASSISTANT TO HR VP

Greytree Partners

ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINSTRATION -

Waleska Ga. Reinhart Collage.

BACHELORS DEGREE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT -

Phenoix.

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