Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - Legal Accounting/Administration
American Recovery Service Inc
04.2011 - Current
Manage a total of 7 accounting clerks
Track incoming legal remittances/invoices from forwarding law firms.
Responsible for managing 50 plus network firms.
Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Balance and reconcile client files.
Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development
Research and correct discrepancies.
Run daily reports to update files correctly.
Process court cost invoices (created new format the company now uses)
Audit /Validate forwarding firms court cost
Managed divisional cost accounting
Bill/Invoice clients
Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive policies and training programs for staff members.
Initiate Wire Transfers
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
End of month closing
Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members..
Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Interview possible new hire candidates
Train new-hires
Fax/scan/file
Take incoming calls/direct
Sort incoming mail
Supervisor/Teller
GPMM Money Centers
08.2008 - 01.2011
Managed a total of 2 tellers per shift
Opening/Closing the store
Process and approve payday loans
Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift.
Verify daily Brinks drop
Balance/reconcile transactions at closing
Audit prior months loans to comply with state law
Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Train new-hires
Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Supervisor/Sales Associate
Mervyn's
02.2005 - 05.2008
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Keep reports of transactions
Resolve customer complaints
Balance sales associate drawers after end of shift
Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Managed efficient cash register operations.
Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
Education
Diploma -
Frontier High School
Camarillo, CA
01.2006
Skills
45 WPM (Less than 1 year)
Clerical (10 years)
Clerical support (10 years)
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Account Reconciliation
Accounts Payable
Policy Implementation
Operations Management
Work Authorization
United States
Honors Awards
Proficient MS Excel / MS Word
Bilingual (English / Spanish)
Attention to detail
45 WPM / 10,000 KSPH
Expertly handle accounts, payments and refunds
Assist accountants with quarterly and year-end closings
Draft invoices, reports and payments
Provide exceptional clerical support to senior staff
Organize data for executives
Type letters and manage correspondences
Study current process issues and develop innovative solutions to improve workflow, maximize efficiency, and increase productivity
Knack for spotting trends and discrepancies in financial data
Create new methods for reducing errors when data is input into system
Technological savvy and able to learn new software quickly
Personal Information
Title: Manager - Legal Accounting/Administration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Manager - Legal Accounting/Administration
American Recovery Service Inc
04.2011 - Current
Supervisor/Teller
GPMM Money Centers
08.2008 - 01.2011
Supervisor/Sales Associate
Mervyn's
02.2005 - 05.2008
Diploma -
Frontier High School
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