Lisa VanWassenhove
Account technician
Cabery,IL
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Highly skilled Account Technician with experience in managing financial records, preparing reports and reconciling accounts. Possess strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and resolving discrepancies. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes for improved efficiency and accuracy. Successfully contributed to team objectives and business profitability through effective account management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Account Technician II
IDHS-Fox Developmental Center
Dwight, IL
07.2022 - Current
- Performs technical functions in the preparation, maintenance, and terminal input of detailed account records for appropriations accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, and miscellaneous collections, etc., Utilizing the states computerized accounting system
- Post all financial information, which includes but isn't limited to disbursements and Investment interest receipts for Trust Funds and Locally Held Funds into the states computerized accounting system
- Coordinates and interprets travel policy and prepare different forms of vouchers for service contracts Assists Business Administrator with compiling financial date and completion and submission of The Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) report to Central Office Backup for Trust Fund and Special Trust accounts
- Created detailed spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to analyze financial information and prepare monthly financial statements
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local laws related to taxation, payroll and other financial matters
- Compiled, analyzed and reconciled financial data from various sources including bank statements, invoices and journals
- Collaborated with other departments regarding billing issues or customer inquiries concerning their accounts
- Managed the preparation of annual audit documents in a timely manner
- Provided technical expertise in developing new internal procedures for the processing of payments and invoices
Small Business Owner
VANWASSENHOVE FARMS
Cabery, IL
02.2015 - Current
- Co-own a farm-to-home business
- Launched the business website to expand customer base
- Marketing our product across various social media platforms
- Keep detailed logs of inventory, USDA inspections, and freezer temperature
- Make sure that all packaging is secure and properly labeled
- Keep all sanitation and cleaning records
- Utilized problem-solving skills to identify solutions to complex issues
- Managed financial resources in order to maximize profits while minimizing costs
- Developed advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills to resolve complex business issues
Cook II
IDHS-Fox Developmental Center
Dwight, IL
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: Medical and healthcare living Institution
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly
- Washed and sanitized hands throughout shift, promoting food safety and health requirements
- Prepared large quantities of food items according to recipes or specific customer orders
- Stored and rotated food products properly, maintaining freshness
- Assisted with food prep tasks, maximizing downtime during off-peak periods
- Prepped items for various cooking methods by seasoning or marinating
- Inspected kitchen equipment regularly for proper functioning; reporting any issues immediately
- Portioned food before cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
- Modeled flexible work style, shifting tasks as priorities and circumstances changed based on departmental needs
Head Cook
TRI-POINT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Kempton, IL
02.2014 - 07.2019
- Began as a substitute cook but was quickly promoted to head cook
- Prepared all breakfast and lunch menus in accordance with child nutrition laws
- Prepared all the meals
- Prepared all the production logs and cleaning and sanitation logs
- Ordered and restocked all food orders
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for kitchen staff members
- Oversaw other kitchen staff and motivated them to produce high-quality results
- Supervised or coordinated activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation
Education
diploma -
ASHWORTH COLLEGE
02.2022
Skills
- Business Controls
- 10 years Microsoft Office
- LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Cross reference skills
- Credit and Cash Payments
- SAP Systems
- Inventory Control / Management
- Customer Satisfaction
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Communicative skills Competent IT skills/ spreadsheets
- Account and Ledger Reconciliations
- Records Retention
- Logical thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Correspondence Writing
- Excellent interpersonal &
- Route Delivery
- Strong problem solving
- Bookkeeping Operations
- MOBI Systems
- Time Management
- Call Control
- Route Management
- Timely Processing
- Upselling
- Customer service
- Sales
- Marketing
- Pricing
- Banking
- Mobile devices
- POS
- Typing
- Live chat
- Zendesk
- Hospitality
- Guest services
- Cash handling
- Bank Reconciliation
- Financial reporting
- Data reconciliation
- Accounting software
- Regulatory compliance
- Accounts payable
- Customer relationship management
- Budget management
- Inventory tracking
- Internal auditing
- Financial analysis
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
Certification
- ServSafe
- Professional In Human Resources
Timeline
Account Technician II
IDHS-Fox Developmental Center
07.2022 - Current
Cook II
IDHS-Fox Developmental Center
07.2019 - 07.2022
Small Business Owner
VANWASSENHOVE FARMS
02.2015 - Current
Head Cook
TRI-POINT SCHOOL DISTRICT
02.2014 - 07.2019
diploma -
ASHWORTH COLLEGE
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