Operations and Financial Administrator with extensive experience in banking, insurance, and office management. Expertise in financial reporting, team leadership, and customer service, contributing to a client retention rate of 96% and successful audits. Proven track record in streamlining operations and enhancing overall business performance.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager/Operations &Financial Adminstrator
Brownell Williams & Fix Insurance & Bond Agency
, California
01.1991 - 08.2025
Directed full-charge bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, financial statements, quarterly payroll tax reporting, and month-end/year-end closing.
Oversaw daily operations for independent insurance agency, ensuring smooth functioning for three principals and five employees.
Developed management reports, facilitated audits, coordinated employee benefits, and trained new hires.
Executed binding authority for insurance policies and administered surety bonds.
Provided exceptional customer service and helped maintain approximately 96% client retention.
AVP /Branch Operations Manager
Rancho Bank
01.1985 - 01.1991
Managed branch operations and supervised 10 employees to ensure efficient service delivery.
Held bank signing authority to maintain operational compliance and mitigate risk.
Supported staff development to improve team performance. and resolved customer concerns.
Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
Bank Teller / New Accounts Representative
Bank of America
01.1981 - 01.1983
Opened new accounts and processed financial transactions while balancing cash drawers to ensure accurate financial operations and customer satisfaction.
Assisted customers in opening and managing accounts.
Handled cash deposits, withdrawals, and transfers securely.
Processed customer transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bonita High School
La Verne, CA
06-1981
Skills
Financial analysis
Financial reporting
Payroll management
Accounts receivable
Risk management
Compliance oversight
Operations management
Employee training
Team leadership
Performance enhancement
Time management
Problem solving
Conflict resolution
Workplace mediation
Strategic strategy
Licenses And Credentials
California Property & Casualty Insurance License
Former California Real Estate License
Former California Notary Public
Professional Highlights
40+ years of experience in banking, insurance, accounting, and business operations.
34 years with Brownell Williams & Fix Insurance & Bond Agency.
Assistant Vice President (AVP) / Operations Manager supervising a staff of 8 employees.
Full-charge bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, financial statements, bank reconciliations, and payroll tax reporting.
Insurance binding authority and surety bond administration.
California Property & Casualty Insurance License.
Former California Real Estate Licensee and Notary Public.