Michele Bloxham
Manteca,CA
Summary
Results-driven finance and operations leader with extensive experience spanning financial management, accounting operations, payroll and benefits administration, and HR support. Proven track record of advancing within a single organization into senior leadership, bringing a unique, ground-up perspective on business operations and team dynamics. Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on accuracy, internal controls, and audit readiness.
Known for strengthening financial integrity, improving operational efficiency, and leading high-performing teams in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Brings a strategic mindset, strong leadership presence, and a reputation for reliability, accountability, and delivering measurable business results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Controller / Office Manager / F&B Manager / Event Coordinator
Turlock Golf & Country Club
10.2006 - 01.2026
- Oversaw all financial operations, including budgeting, payroll and benefits administration, accounts payable and receivable, and comprehensive financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and fiscal integrity.
- Directed office staff and managed administrative operations, implementing process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency, productivity, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Managed daily food & beverage operations, supervising service teams, maintaining high service standards, and optimizing operational consistency.
- Successfully planned and executed a high volume of private events, coordinating staff, vendors, and logistics to deliver exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.
- Developed and maintained client and vendor relationships, improving satisfaction, operational effectiveness, and long-term engagement.
- Served as the onsite HR liaison, managing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and benefits administration, while collaborating with HR specialists to ensure compliance and best practices.
- Leveraged frontline hospitality experience to inform leadership decisions, enhance staff training, and ensure consistent service quality across all operations.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization, workflow enhancements, and staff development to support organizational growth and operational excellence.
Skills
- Financial Leadership & Reporting: Financial statement preparation, executive reporting, performance insights
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Strategy: Financial planning, variance analysis, liquidity management
- Accounting Operations & Close Management: Month-end/year-end close, general ledger oversight, process accuracy
- Regulatory Compliance & Audit Leadership: Audit readiness, internal controls, risk mitigation
- Payroll & Benefits Administration: End-to-end oversight, compliance, and accuracy
- Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement: Workflow optimization, cost control, scalability initiatives
- Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight: Cash cycle management and process integrity
- Team Leadership & Talent Development: Staff supervision, coaching, and performance management
- High-Volume Operations Leadership: Frontline supervision in fast-paced environments, balancing service delivery with team oversight
- Client & Stakeholder Relationship Management: Engagement, retention, and service excellence
Certification
- Accounting Fundamentals Certification
- Servesafe Food Protection Manager Certification
- RBS Certification
Timeline
Controller / Office Manager / F&B Manager / Event Coordinator
Turlock Golf & Country Club
10.2006 - 01.2026
Skills & Abilities
Accomplished professional with expertise in office management, customer service, payroll, finance, food & beverage operations, and event coordination. Demonstrated success guiding high-performing teams, improving workflows, and enhancing performance in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Leverages strategic financial insight and operational leadership to strengthen internal controls, optimize processes, and support sustainable business growth. Proven ability to build client and stakeholder relationships, supervise staff, and maintain accurate financial and operational systems. Recognized for dependability, sound judgment, and a consistent ability to deliver results while navigating complex challenges and balancing multiple priorities.