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Work History
Education
Skills
Recent Employment History
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Linda Gunsalus

McCaffree Logging, Inc.
Grass Valley,CA
27
years of professional experience

A position that utilizes my desire to excel and advance my career while helping fellow employees and customers. I am seeking a position that offers opportunity for professional development and advancement.

Experienced with maintaining accurate financial records and managing ledgers efficiently. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of financial software to streamline accounting processes and ensure timely reconciliations. A track record of ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting financial decision-making through detailed reporting.

Work History

Bookkeeper/Accountant/Executive Assistant

4 Years 8 Months
McCaffree Logging, Inc. | 08.2019 - 04.2024
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
  • Recorded job costs, invoices, and expense allocations to support project profitability tracking.
  • Managed vendor communications, resolved billing discrepancies, and maintained organized payment files.
  • Prepared adjusted journal entries for year-end closing procedures.
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Generated detailed financial reports and summarized transaction activity, facilitating management review.
  • Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
  • Reduced errors in financial statements with meticulous attention to detail during data entry.

Registered/Licensed Administrative Associate

3 Years 4 Months
Ostrofe Financial Consultants, Inc. | 03.2016 - 07.2019
  • Supported financial consultants in client onboarding and account administration, facilitating effective follow-up coordination.
  • Managed document preparation, filing, and records maintenance, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Processed invoices, expense reports, and routine financial paperwork while supporting timely workflow completion.
  • Streamlined office procedures to improve scheduling, tracking, and document retrieval efficiency.
  • Liaised with vendors and clients to resolve requests, confirm details, and maintain professional service.
  • Trained new administrative staff on office processes, filing standards, and communication protocols.
  • Managed confidential documents, safeguarding company information while maintaining strict adherence to privacy protocols.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to both internal and external clients, fostering strong professional relationships.
  • Supported executive staff by preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence.
  • Assisted in event planning initiatives for company gatherings, resulting in successful execution of events.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive database for tracking project progress, which improved project completion rates.
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing a digital filing system, enhancing document accessibility and retrieval.

Administrative Management/Executive Assistant

1 Year 1 Month
MCH Insurance and Financial | 01.2015 - 02.2016
  • Anticipated executive needs, handled urgent requests, and ensured seamless daily operational support.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Maintained discretion while supporting sensitive financial and insurance documentation, compliance, and communication processes.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, upholding the company's privacy policies and ethical standards.

Real Estate Agent

7 Months
Keller Williams Realty | 05.2014 - 12.2014
  • Advised buyers and sellers through property searches, pricing strategies, and transaction steps.
  • Coordinated showings, open houses, and appointment schedules to maximize property visibility and client engagement.
  • Managed CRM records, lead follow-up, and client communications to maintain consistent engagement.
  • Prepared listing materials, disclosures, and purchase documents with strong attention to accuracy.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.

Bookkeeper/Accountant/Executive Assistant

4 Years 9 Months
Mall Revolution, Inc. | 01.2010 - 10.2014
  • Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
  • Assisted with cost reduction by identifying unnecessary expenses through detailed financial analysis.
  • Optimized payroll processing for accuracy, ensuring all employees were paid promptly and correctly.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in the general ledger by comparing to the bank account statement each month.

Executive Assistant/Office Manager

6 Years 5 Months
Covenant Supportive Living Services | 07.2003 - 12.2009
  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for the executive team and the senior management group.
  • Handled payroll processing tasks accurately while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines for timely payments.
  • Managed all incoming and outgoing mail correspondence to ensure timely communication. to maintain effective communication and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
  • Used QuickBooks to produce monthly invoices, reports, and other deliverables.
  • Reconciled accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly, ensuring accurate financial records and balanced budgets.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
  • Supported multiple special projects to advance organizational initiatives and goals. to support organizational initiatives. with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.

Business For Self

11 Years 6 Months
Trucking Company | 05.1997 - 11.2008

Gained extensive experience over a decade in the industry.

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Navigated fast-paced environments to meet project demands and deadlines.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Leveraged critical thinking to assess challenges and determine solutions.
  • Managed tight deadlines in fast-paced settings, ensuring timely project delivery.
  • Brokered over 100 trucks,

Education

GED

Nevada Union | Grass Valley, CA | 01-2003

Series 7 And 63 License - Finance

Finra-Securities | Sacramento, CA | 07-2017

01939033 - Real Estate License

State of California | Sacramento, CA | 03-2018

301939033 - Mar 2018 State of California | Sacrame

Skills

Securities and accounting expertise
Detail-oriented multitasking
Motivated and dedicated professional
QuickBooks/ClientWorks/Orion/RedTail/Act/Constant Contact/Sage
Management/Leadership
Supervision & Training
Fiscal Reporting
Database Management
Bookkeeping and HR functions
Project Coordination
Invoice management
Bank reconciliation
Expense tracking
Payroll processing
Organizational management
Customer relations
Accounts payable management
Cash flow analysis
Attention to detail
Analytical skills

Recent Employment History

  • DATES | POSITION | COMPANY
  • 08/2019 – 04/2024 | Bookkeeper/Accountant/Executive Assistant | McCaffree Logging, Inc.
  • 03/2016 – 07/2019 | Registered/Licensed Administrative Associate | Ostrofe Financial Consultants, Inc.
  • 01/2015 – 02/2016 | Administrative Management/Executive Assistant | MCH Insurance and Financial
  • 05/2014 – 12/2014 | Real Estate Agent | Keller Williams Realty
  • 01/2010 – 10/2012 | Bookkeeper/Accountant/Executive Assistant | Mall Revolution, Inc.
  • 07/2003 – 12/2009 | Executive Assistant/Office Manager | Covenant Supportive Living Services
  • 01/2001 – 06/2003 | Executive Assistant | Griffith Administrative Services
  • 10 Years+ | Business For Self | Trucking Company

Timeline

Bookkeeper/Accountant/Executive Assistant

McCaffree Logging, Inc.
08.2019 - 04.2024Read More

Registered/Licensed Administrative Associate

Ostrofe Financial Consultants, Inc.
03.2016 - 07.2019Read More

Administrative Management/Executive Assistant

MCH Insurance and Financial
01.2015 - 02.2016Read More

Real Estate Agent

Keller Williams Realty
05.2014 - 12.2014Read More

Bookkeeper/Accountant/Executive Assistant

Mall Revolution, Inc.
01.2010 - 10.2014Read More

Executive Assistant/Office Manager

Covenant Supportive Living Services
07.2003 - 12.2009Read More

Business For Self

Trucking Company
05.1997 - 11.2008Read More

301939033 - Mar 2018 State of California | Sacrame

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Nevada Union

GED
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Finra-Securities

Series 7 And 63 License from Finance
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State of California

01939033 from Real Estate License
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Linda Gunsalus