Lori Howitz
Elk River,MN
Summary
Experienced Administrative Professional with exceptional business acumen, office management skills and relationship-building abilities. Decisive and hardworking with active listening and clear communication. Commended for cultivating positive work culture by cheerfully interacting with staff and customers.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
DogIDs
West Fargo, ND
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Conducted recruitment activities, including job postings, screening and interviewing applicants to build candidate pipelines and enhance company culture.
- Entered financial information and payments to guarantee accurate and timely payments for employees and vendors.
- Liaised with assorted base of customers and reps, addressing requests and inquiries via phone or email.
- Verified salaried and hourly employee time cards to prepare accurate bi-weekly payroll.
- Applied advanced administrative and analytical skills in overseeing day-to-day operational activities.
Executive Assistant
Dynamic Communities
Fargo, ND
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Managed day to day schedule for CEO by proactively managing calendar.
- Secured travel arrangements and itineraries.
- Prepared written communication on behalf of CEO.
- Assisted with meeting preparation, agendas and presentations.
- Organized and supported departmental and external meetings by overseeing scheduling, catering, and venues.
Accounting Assistant/Administrative Assistant
Sundog
Fargo, ND
06.2016 - 05.2019
- Efficiently processed accounts payable invoices and maintained up to date accounting information.
- Assisted team with travel arrangements and reservations.
- Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel, in addition to providing information to resolve inquiries and bolster customer satisfaction.
Paraprofessional Educator
West Fargo Public Schools
West Fargo, ND
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Operations Manager
DogIDs
Fargo, ND
09.2005 - 12.2013
- Conducted recruitment activities, including job postings, screening and interviewing applicants to build candidate pipelines and enhance company culture.
- Processed, verified and maintained personnel related documentation.
- Processed daily bookkeeping using Quickbooks and MYOB accounting software.
- Calculated, prepared and issued invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures.
Bank Teller
First National Bank
Ottertail, MN
10.2001 - 09.2003
- Assisted customers in bank operations, including opening accounts, processing customer transactions, accessing safe deposit boxes and ATM operations.
- Identified customer financial needs, goals and objectives and offered appropriate financial products to suit needs.
- Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies
Office Manager
Animal Humane Society
Woodbury, MN
01.1997 - 08.2001
- Maintained personnel records, including applications, performance reports, payroll records and benefit packages.
- Managed bookkeeping and accounting systems and completed data entry with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised payroll, electronic deposits, and employee pay adjustments.
- Managed office inventory and timely reordering of supplies.
Education
Business Administration
University of Southern Colorado
Pueblo, COBusiness Administration
NDSCS
Wahpeton, NDSkills
- MS Office Suite & G Suite applications
- Recruitment
- Professional and mature
- Multitasking & prioritization
- Strong communication skills
- Project coordination
Timeline
Operations Manager
DogIDs
11.2020 - 10.2021
Executive Assistant
Dynamic Communities
06.2019 - 06.2020
Accounting Assistant/Administrative Assistant
Sundog
06.2016 - 05.2019
Paraprofessional Educator
West Fargo Public Schools
01.2014 - 05.2016
Operations Manager
DogIDs
09.2005 - 12.2013
Bank Teller
First National Bank
10.2001 - 09.2003
Office Manager
Animal Humane Society
01.1997 - 08.2001
Business Administration
University of Southern Colorado
Business Administration
NDSCS
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