Livia Amidon
El Dorado Hills,CA
Summary
Accomplished professional with several years leading Finance and human resources areas and company culture. Practiced in developing strategies, processes and procedures as well as overseeing administration of wide-ranging activities. Focused on assessing reports and reviewing metrics to boost performance. Multi-talented Project Manager offering many years of experience orchestrating operations activities, financial support, and resource management to achieve project objectives.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance/HR Executive/Information Technology Specialist
Nicholas Pension Consultants
Rancho Cordova , CA
2011.07 - Current
- Developed and implemented HR policies, procedures, and processes to ensure compliance with employment regulations.
- Managed employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Organized recruitment activities including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing and selection.
- Reviewed job descriptions for accuracy and relevance to current needs of the organization.
- Created and maintained personnel records in accordance with legal requirements.
- Drafted offer letters for new hires in line with company policy and procedure.
- Provided guidance to managers on best practices related to human resource management.
- Analyzed data from surveys and other sources to identify trends in employee satisfaction levels.
- Prepared monthly reports on staffing metrics such as headcounts, turnover rates.
- Assisted senior management with strategic planning initiatives related to talent acquisition.
- Managed payroll processing activities including time tracking, benefits administration and compensation calculations.
- Coordinated employee recognition programs that foster positive morale within the organization.
- Monitored performance management systems for effectiveness in assessing individual performance goals.
- Created and implemented HR strategies and initiatives aligned with business objectives.
- Supervised HR Department employees by directing activities and monitoring performance.
- Created comprehensive orientation program to acquaint new employees with company programs, guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Provided technical support to users with hardware and software issues.
- Developed and implemented IT policies and procedures.
- Provided training and guidance to staff members on how to use various technologies effectively.
- Documented changes made to existing IT infrastructure components.
- Liaised with vendors for procurement of IT hardware and software solutions.
- Conducted exit interviews for departing employees to identify areas of improvement within the organization.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of labor laws and regulations related to hiring practices.
- Prepared detailed reports on financial performance including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and budgeting activities.
- Reviewed tax returns and ensured compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Established internal controls over accounting processes to ensure accuracy in reporting results.
- Negotiated vendor contracts while achieving cost savings objectives.
Finance Officer & Interim General Manager
Cameron Park Community Services District
El Dorado Hills , CA
2005.10 - 2011.07
- Conducted financial analysis to identify potential areas of improvement and cost savings.
- Developed and maintained detailed financial models for long-term strategic planning purposes.
- Reviewed contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Evaluated existing internal controls to ensure their effectiveness in safeguarding assets from loss or misappropriation.
- Developed annual operating budgets for various departments within the organization.
- Created ad hoc reports as requested by senior management team members or external stakeholders such as investors or lenders.
- Coordinated audits with both internal and external auditors to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Participated in special projects related to process improvement initiatives.
- Prepared month-end accruals and necessary journal vouchers to facilitate month-end closing.
- Networked within communities to identify and capitalize on business opportunities.
- Reorganized finance and accounting departments to improve efficiency and cut excess spending.
- Raised capital by building partnerships with investors and maintaining strong stockholder relationships.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Ensured adherence to applicable building codes and regulations for all construction activities.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings with contractors, subcontractors, architects and engineers regarding project timelines, budgets, materials and design specifications.
- Reviewed contractor invoices for accuracy prior to payment authorization.
- Maintained detailed records of all construction activities including contracts, change orders, inspection reports and daily logs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for materials needed for each project phase.
- Collaborated with government agencies to obtain permits required for completion of projects within established deadlines.
- Analyzed data from surveys conducted by local residents to better understand their needs when it comes to public works initiatives.
- Created comprehensive reports outlining project updates, financial status and any changes made during its duration.
VP of Operations
DCI Mangagement
San Jose , CA
1982.01 - 2000.04
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas for improvement in service delivery processes.
- Collaborated with executive team members to create long-term plans for organizational growth and development.
- Tracked key performance indicators related to customer satisfaction, sales volume, cost savings.
- Partnered with vendors to secure competitive pricing on materials needed for production activities.
- Directed the evaluation of existing systems and processes for opportunities to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Established protocols for handling customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner.
- Managed teams of 10+ employees across multiple departments, overseeing their daily operations and workflow.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable safety regulations, labor laws, and environmental standards.
- Created budgets for operational departments and monitored spending throughout the year.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review performance metrics and progress towards goals.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure consistent implementation of operational objectives.
- Created program to promote new managers from within, leading to cohesive leadership structure.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
San Jose State University
San Jose, CASkills
- HR Administration
- Recruiting and hiring oversight
- Employee Relations
- Strategic Development
- Workplace Relations Management
- Project Oversight
- Confidential data management
- Staff Development Programs
- Budget Oversight
- Financial Management
- Strategy Development
- Prioritizing and Planning
Affiliations
- Volunteer El Dorado County Food Bank
- Raise donations to support CASA
Accomplishments
- Leadership Achievement Award of Excellence
- Community recognition for exceeding fundraising goals
Certification
- Comprehensive Business Course Certification
- QuickBooks Certification
Timeline
Finance/HR Executive/Information Technology Specialist
Nicholas Pension Consultants
2011.07 - Current
Finance Officer & Interim General Manager
Cameron Park Community Services District
2005.10 - 2011.07
VP of Operations
DCI Mangagement
1982.01 - 2000.04
- Comprehensive Business Course Certification
- QuickBooks Certification
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
San Jose State University
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