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Laura Hernandez

Castaic,CA

Summary

Self-Motivated; team player; able to make and implement decisions, and set effective priorities to achieve goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Manager

Papa Juan Bar & Grill
North Hollywood, CA
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and safety protocols.
  • Developed strategies for improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner to maintain positive relationships with guests.
  • Implemented effective marketing campaigns to increase revenue and improve brand awareness.
  • Established policies for cash handling procedures to maximize security measures.
  • Inspected dining room area regularly for cleanliness and adherence to safety standards.
  • Collaborated with local businesses to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
  • Prepared employee schedules to maintain appropriate staffing levels during peak periods.

Accounting Manager

ADCO Products, Inc.
Valencia, CA
01.2014 - 03.2017

Accountant|ADCO Products, Inc.

  • Developed and implemented effective accounting policies and procedures.
  • Monitored cash flow and managed accounts payable and receivable functions.
  • Researched complex accounting issues and provided solutions to management team.
  • Maintained accurate records of payroll information including wages, deductions, bonuses.
  • Supervised accounting tasks, which included accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management and expense reporting oversight.
  • Handled accounting operations such as, pursuing collections and reconciling accounts.

Accounts Receivable Supervisor

Fairmont Miramar Hotel
Santa Monica, CA
07.1998 - 07.2007
  • Supervised and monitored the daily operations of Accounts Receivable department to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of customer payments.
  • Developed and implemented effective strategies to reduce delinquency rates within Accounts Receivable accounts.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer account activity including invoices, payments, credits, adjustments.
  • Created monthly aging report for review by management team.
  • Tracked all incoming payments received via check, ACH and wire transfer or other methods.
  • Managed collection process for past due receivables while maintaining good relationships with customers.
  • Investigated disputes regarding unpaid invoices and worked with clients to resolve them in an amicable manner. Performed various accounts receivable functions, handled cash receipts posting, updated cash flow reports.

Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, SBT, Xtuple, Gray Pay, First Data, Operah, Fidelio, Mas90, Fusion, Dunn and Bradstreet Reports as well as various email, Vendor Central Portals, Online Merchants and internet applications
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Staff Training
  • Customer Service Best Practices
  • Passion For Customer Satisfaction
  • Customer Engagement
  • Managing Cash Register

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

Papa Juan Bar & Grill
07.2022 - 06.2023

Accounting Manager

ADCO Products, Inc.
01.2014 - 03.2017

Accounts Receivable Supervisor

Fairmont Miramar Hotel
07.1998 - 07.2007
Laura Hernandez