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Melissa Nielsen

Cypress

Summary

Efficient administrative and accounting assistant with over 20 years of experience in managing financial records and supporting executive operations. Known for attention to detail and effective communication, contributing to streamlined processes and successful event coordination.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative/Accounting Assistant

The Brook Church
Tomball
06.2024 - Current
  • Post tithing and offerings on a weekly basis.
  • Collaborate with team members in processing fund for special events and missions.
  • Maintain the general ledger system to ensure accurate recording.
  • Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements.
  • Serve on the Connections Team in greeting and assisting guests.
  • Serve on the Hospitality Team in preparation of food service, decorating, and pamphlet's for monthly classes and holiday events.

Accountant/Administrative Assistant

Tiffany Castro - Bankruptcy Trustee
Houston
07.2004 - Current

Formerly William Heitkamp Bankruptcy Trustee- retired 2023

  • Manage financial records for bankruptcy cases efficiently and accurately.
  • Review and post daily payments to be applied to debtor cases.
  • Prepare detailed financial reports for court proceedings and trustee reviews.
  • Monitor cash flow and identify discrepancies in financial transactions.
  • Create journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Manage scheduling for bankruptcy hearings.
  • Prepare and organize legal documents for case filings and court submissions.
  • Answer phone calls and emails to provide information for hearings.
  • Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
  • Provide administrative support to the executive team.
  • Coordinate mail, including sorting mail and processing outgoing mail.
  • Direct customer inquiries to appropriate department personnel.
  • Review and process Attorney Fees for payment.
  • Mortgage Posting Specialist- review plans for adjustments due to mortgage escrow adjustments.
  • Assist with managing and maintaining the monthly office calendar.

Executive Assistant to VP of Operations

First Educators Credit Union
Houston
03.1999 - 06.2004
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings.
  • Assisted in the preparation of presentations and reports for executive review.
  • Streamlined office procedures to improve workflow efficiency within the departments.
  • Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
  • Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
  • Prepared reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, and other documents as needed by the executive staff.

Office Manager

Bed Bath & Beyond
Houston
05.1994 - 03.1999
  • Managed daily office operations and maintained a organized workspace.
  • Assisted with inventory management and invoicing for corporate buyers.
  • Supported recruitment efforts by scheduling interviews and onboarding new hires.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails in a timely manner.
  • Processed payroll.
  • Processed daily Cash flow and bank deposits.
  • Assisted District Manager in office set up of new store locations.

Education

Scarborough High School
Houston, TX
06-1992

Skills

  • Financial reporting
  • Bankruptcy documentation
  • Confidential document handling
  • Administrative support
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Customer service
  • Accounting recordkeeping
  • Microsoft Suite

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Administrative/Accounting Assistant

The Brook Church
06.2024 - Current

Accountant/Administrative Assistant

Tiffany Castro - Bankruptcy Trustee
07.2004 - Current

Executive Assistant to VP of Operations

First Educators Credit Union
03.1999 - 06.2004

Office Manager

Bed Bath & Beyond
05.1994 - 03.1999

Scarborough High School
Melissa Nielsen