Lily Nelson-Pedersen
New Brighton,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level finance position. Ready to help a team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial & Administrative Manager
Visit Cook County
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Managed all bookkeeping and financial responsibilities for a 501c6 with an annual budget of $5 million, including all A/R, A/P, General Journal, Month-End processing, et al.
- Maintained Quickbooks company files alongside proprietary budgeting files to produce monthly reports presented to five separate boards of directors.
- Worked closely with local and state government offices.
- Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic decision-making, providing financial guidance for long-term financial solvency during the initial tourism downfall and aftermath of the COVID pandemic.
- Oversaw the preparation of annual budgets, aligning resources effectively to achieve organizational goals.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the finance department, fostering a culture of innovation and adaptability.
Events Coordinator
Visit Cook County
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Worked on marketing and providing financial support with 75+ community tourism events annually. Produced and lead teams for 10 major community tourism events annually.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with hundreds of different points of contact for event portfolio.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement. Was a part-time student at night while working full time at this job.
Restaurant Manager
Angry Trout Cafe
05.2023 - Current
- Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN05.2021
Professional Degree - Bookkeeping
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN05.2024
Skills
- Payroll
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Bank Reconciliation
- A/R and A/P
- Financial Forecasting & Planning
- Expense Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Suite
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
Angry Trout Cafe
05.2023 - Current
Financial & Administrative Manager
Visit Cook County
05.2020 - 06.2022
Events Coordinator
Visit Cook County
05.2018 - 05.2020
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Lake Superior College
Professional Degree - Bookkeeping
Lake Superior College