Paula Norsworthy
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Painter
Self Employed
02.2017 - 01.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and vendors.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Pipefitter Foreman
CB&I
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Implemented cutting-edge technologies to enhance productivity and streamline project workflows.
- Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress, addressing delays, and adjusting resources as needed.
- Built industry credibility by consistently meeting project goals on time and within budget.
Pipefitter
Turner Construction
09.2006 - 12.2015
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
Bookkeeper
Multiple Companies
01.1990 - 02.2006
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations accurately.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Generated detailed financial reports for management.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software.
Education
Associated Degree - Data Processing
Acadians Technical College
Lake Charles, LA09.1988
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Client service
- Project estimating
- Bidding processes
- Expediting inventory
- Warehouse operations
- Customer relations
- Staff management
- Negotiations
- Cost reduction
- Labor relations
- Quality management systems
- Hiring and staffing
Timeline
Owner/Painter
Self Employed
02.2017 - 01.2023
Pipefitter Foreman
CB&I
09.2016 - 01.2017
Pipefitter
Turner Construction
09.2006 - 12.2015
Bookkeeper
Multiple Companies
01.1990 - 02.2006
Associated Degree - Data Processing
Acadians Technical College