Patti Ford
Borger,TX
Summary
My many years of experience of full time ministry as Women's Pastor has equipped me with excellent people skills. The addition of responsibilities as Administrator has expanded my skills in the area of finances. All early experiences were in the area of banking and leadership. Prior to the employment information listed, I began my career right out of high school in a savings & loan. All of this experience together has given me a wide range of skills and disciplines.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Women's Pastor & Administrator
Grace Church
08.2003 - Current
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
- Planned special events.
- Preached Sunday services when needed as well as teaching various classes and Bible studies.
- Oversight of financial secretary and administrative secretary.
- Financial responsibilities included preparing payrolls & payroll reporting, accounts payable, post weekly online giving, preparing weekly deposit of contributions.
- Prepare all contribution reporting and year end statements.
- Prepare all monthly closing reports and elder meeting financial statements.
- Prepare all reports and documentation for annual audit from an outside audit team.
- Lead various volunteer teams.
- Maintain employee files and handle all HR issues.
- Prepare annual budget to be submitted to Elders for approval each year.
- Reconcile all bank statements.
Branch Manager/Asst Vice President
Wells Fargo Bank
05.1995 - 08.2003
- Manager for the Borger branch as well as the Canyon & Fritch branches.
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
- Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives to align branch objectives with corporate goals.
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Enhanced staff competency with regular training sessions, boosting productivity levels across the branch operations.
- Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
- Ensured regulatory compliance through diligent adherence to industry standards, guidelines, and company policies.
- Drove cross-selling efforts by collaborating with various departments within the organization to maximize revenues from existing clients.
- Created and executed marketing strategies, increasing brand awareness and attracting new customers.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Frank Phillips College
08.1994 - 05.1995
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
Accounting Clerk
CR&R Waste and Recycling Services
01.1991 - 07.1994
- I am unsure of the exact dates of my employment here.
- Reconciled bank accounts. Company had many subcompanies so bank reconciliation handled multiple accounts and large volumes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Borger High School
Borger05.1981
Skills
- Teaching
- Preaching
- Pastoral counseling
- Pastoral Care
- Public Speaking
- Sermon Preparation
- Disciple-making
- Administration skills
- Leadership Development
- Organizational Leadership
- Community Service
- Discipleship training
- Staff Leadership
- Volunteer Management
- Operations Management
- Highly detail-oriented and organized
- Proficient in Quickbooks and Excel
- Maintained membership records through Servant Keeper
Timeline
Women's Pastor & Administrator
Grace Church
08.2003 - Current
Branch Manager/Asst Vice President
Wells Fargo Bank
05.1995 - 08.2003
Accounts Payable Clerk
Frank Phillips College
08.1994 - 05.1995
Accounting Clerk
CR&R Waste and Recycling Services
01.1991 - 07.1994
High School Diploma -
Borger High School
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