Lisa Farmer
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant and Bookkeeper
Fayetteville Public Schools
Fayetteville, AR
07.2013 - Current
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective school-parent communication.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or Google.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Performed basic accounting, and bookkeeping services to manage school operations.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
- Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
- Performed month-end closing activities.
- Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
- Professionally greeted visitors, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
- Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Updated contact lists regularly when changes occur in employee status or contact information.
- Performed account analysis as required by management.
- Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
- Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
Administrative Assistant and Bookkeeper
Prairie Grove Schools
Prairie Grove, AR
10.1999 - 06.2013
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
- Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
- Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
- Prepared and prioritized calendars and correspondence.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
- Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
- I also drove a school bus full time - routes and trips from 2005-2013
In Home Daycare
Lisa's Home Daycare
Prairie Grove, AR
01.1993 - 08.1999
- Changed diapers and assisted with bathroom routines.
- Assisted in potty training when necessary.
- Helped with homework assignments when needed.
- Engaged in active listening with both children and parents to ensure understanding of instructions given.
- Organized activities such as games and outdoor play to encourage physical development.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, such as washing bottles, tidying up toys and cleaning surfaces.
- Administered first aid or CPR if needed in emergency situations.
- Taught basic skills such as color, shape, number recognition, personal hygiene, manners and social skills.
- Read books aloud to stimulate language development among the children.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children.
- Prepared meals and snacks for the children according to their individual dietary needs.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Clerical Support
- Filing
- Reception oversight
- Calendar Management
- Data Entry
- Bookkeeping
- Multi-line telephone system operation
- Confidential Document Control
- Excel spreadsheets
About Me
I am a mom of three and have 6 grandchildren that I love to spend time with. I love to travel. I love to be outside to do yard work, gardening, riding motorcycles, or camping.
Timeline
Administrative Assistant and Bookkeeper
Fayetteville Public Schools
07.2013 - Current
Administrative Assistant and Bookkeeper
Prairie Grove Schools
10.1999 - 06.2013
In Home Daycare
Lisa's Home Daycare
01.1993 - 08.1999
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Pikes Peak Community College
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