Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Express Employment Professionals
Council Bluffs, IA
08.2014 - 10.2024
Identified and recruited staff members, including managers and sales personnel.
Established marketing strategies, such as social media campaigns, to promote the business.
Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
Ensured compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business operations.
Resolved conflicts between employees or customers in a timely manner.
Analyzed competitor's pricing and product offerings in order to remain competitive within the market.
Oversaw daily operations of the business and provided guidance when needed.
Participated in trade shows, conventions, and other events related to industry promotion.
Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
HR Generalist
Coilcraft, Inc.
Cary, IL
03.2008 - 05.2014
Managed recruitment processes, including job postings and interviews.
Provided guidance to managers on employee relations issues.
Maintained accurate records of personnel data in the HRIS system.
Resolved complex employee disputes through mediation or arbitration.
Organized staff events such as team building activities, holiday parties.
Accounts Payable Assistant
Coilcraft, Inc
Cary, IL
09.2000 - 09.2008
Reviewed and verified invoices for accuracy and completeness.
Maintained accurate records of payments, credits, and other transactions.
Processed vendor invoices in a timely manner.
Reconciled discrepancies between vendor statements and internal accounts payable reports.
Prepared monthly accrual entries for expenses not yet received or billed.
Performed data entry into accounting system to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
Resolved payment issues with vendors as needed.
Assisted in the preparation of month-end closing activities related to accounts payable transactions.
Generated weekly check runs for approved invoices.
Communicated effectively with vendors regarding billing inquiries or discrepancies.
Set up new vendors in system as needed including obtaining tax forms and W9s.
Maintained organized filing systems for both paper and electronic documents.
Ensured all required supporting documentation is attached before processing payments.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL
Skills
Staff Management
Business Administration
Employee Development
Contract Management
Attention to Detail
Driven and Determined
Relationship Building
Issue Resolution
Customer Relations
Consulting
Bookkeeping
Staff hiring
Affiliations
I enjoy reading, walking my dog and spending time with family
I'm involved in the community and have been an active member of the Council Bluffs Chamber of Commerce
Enjoy volunteering for community events and my church
Timeline
Business Owner
Express Employment Professionals
08.2014 - 10.2024
HR Generalist
Coilcraft, Inc.
03.2008 - 05.2014
Accounts Payable Assistant
Coilcraft, Inc
09.2000 - 09.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration