Lindy Von Harringa
Bookkeeper
Fallbrook,CA
Summary
Experienced bookkeeper and office administrator with over 50 years of experience seeks part-time paid position to supplement current volunteer role. Offering extensive skills in bookkeeping, office management, organization, communication, and efficiency optimization developed through managing office communications, fundraising campaigns, and financials for a religious non-profit organization. Adept at prioritizing tasks, interacting professionally with all levels of staff and management, and streamlining office operations. Although fulfilled in current volunteer position at Bible Ministries International, seeking part-time paid opportunity. Bringing reliability, expertise, and a solutions-focused mindset to hit the ground running in a new paid position immediately. Please contact me to discuss current part-time openings matching my background. I would be delighted to speak further about how my qualifications align with your needs.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Office Coordinator
Bible Ministries International
01.1974 - Current
- Over the years, have managed daily approximately 30 incoming calls, emails, and other documents from donors and friends of 501-C3 Bible Ministries International. Have streamlined bookkeeping by using Quickbooks and creating customized Excel worksheets that project year-end summaries and that are accurate to the penny. Created the categories for the Chart of Accounts and have been trained by top accountants to prepare reports for the IRS. Increased Bible Ministries' income, some years by $50,000.
- Creating daily work schedules
- Manage agendas and appointments for the upper management
- Document organization and filing
- Some experience documenting employee hours and preparing timesheets for payroll.
- Manage phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages, etc.)
- Some experience: Tracked stock of office supplies and place orders when necessary
- Some experience: Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational tools.
- 50 years of experience with customer satisfaction providing support when needed and prompt response to inquiries.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, upholding the highest level of professionalism at all times.
- Some experience: Supported executive staff members with calendar management, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination.
- Daily experience: Managed budgeting process for office expenses, tracking expenditures to ensure compliance with financial guidelines.
- Daily experience: supported staff members, assisted with daily tasks as needed to promote productivity across the organization.
- Much experience: Exceptional customer service that led to increased client retention rates.
- Much experience: Contributed to company growth by consistently looking for ways to improve office processes and maximize efficiency.
- Worked collaboratively with office staff to maintain smooth operations and team readiness for unexpected demands.
- Much experience: Managed office activities by maintaining communication between clients, tracking records, and filing all documents.
- Much experience: Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to the office
- Reconciled account files and monthly reports.
- Increased team productivity by reorganizing office supplies and protocols.
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for the company database.
- Controlled finances to lower costs and keep the business operating within budget.
- Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
- Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
- Improved customer satisfaction scores through the application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Provided backup to the front desk to step in to assist with various tasks whenever an employee was absent or at lunch.
- Organized meetings for executives and coordinated the availability of conference rooms for participants.
Bookkeeper and Office Manager
Bible Ministries International
01.1973 - Current
- Managed daily bookkeeping utilizing QuickBooks to prepare financial statements, tracked income and expenses, processed payroll, and complete tax filings. Currently using Excel Worksheets.
- Handled all office communications: phone, email, mail, and package correspondence
- Developed and maintained orderly electronic and physical filing systems to organize contracts and other key documents
- Planned and led annual fundraising campaigns raising upwards of $500K in new donations
- Transcribed radio and TV broadcasts into 50+ languages demonstrating adaptability working with languages and technology.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
- Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Collaborated with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process, providing necessary documentation as required.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement or cost savings opportunities.
- Contributed to the development of annual budgets by providing input on historical expenses and anticipated future costs.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Identified accounting errors when cross-referencing documents and database information.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Reduced financial discrepancies through transaction monitoring and management.
- Analyzed financial data to assist in budget creation and forecasting.
- Used knowledge of local laws to comply with reporting requirements.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Excel.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record-keeping purposes.
- Entered figures using a 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Gathered, evaluated, and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
- Developed monthly, quarterly, and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
Administrative Assistant
Cecilia Publishing
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Supported daily editorial and publishing administrative work for a small press
- Wrote promotional materials and managed social media engagement
- Proofread manuscripts and assisted with copyediting tasks.
Education
M.S. - Secondary Education - English
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZB.A. - English/Creative Writing
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CTMaster of Science - International Marketing
M.S., Marketing: 6 Units; Minneapolis, MN Walden U
Minneapolis, MN Walden University/Dec 2016-Dec201612.2016
Ph.D. - Instructional Leadership
Doctorate of Education in Instructional Leadership
Portland, OR2026
Skills
- QuickBooks Proficiency
- MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong Written & Verbal Communication Abilities
- Detail-Orientation & Organization
- Event Planning & Fundraising
- Multi-tasking & Time Management
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Cecilia Publishing
01.2015 - 12.2017
Administrative Office Coordinator
Bible Ministries International
01.1974 - Current
Bookkeeper and Office Manager
Bible Ministries International
01.1973 - Current
M.S. - Secondary Education - English
Grand Canyon University
B.A. - English/Creative Writing
Charter Oak State College
Master of Science - International Marketing
M.S., Marketing: 6 Units; Minneapolis, MN Walden U
Ph.D. - Instructional Leadership
Doctorate of Education in Instructional Leadership
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