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Reneé DeVaughn

Towson,MD

Summary

Results-driven leader with extensive experience in financial accounting, relationship management, and marketing/communications. Achieved a tenfold increase in the Engage training program, reflecting strong project management, and communication abilities. Excels in high-pressure environments, maintaining precision and efficiency across all initiatives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounting Manager

CRA Management/Edgemont Builders
Baltimore, MD
12.2022 - Current

Company Overview: CRA Management (property management – company sold and dissolved)

  • Provided comprehensive bookkeeping for over 166 properties and associations using the AppFolio software program
  • Oversaw daily administration of accounts payable and receivable; compiled tax forms to include annual 1099s, 1096s, and W-2 for independent contractors, owners and vendors
  • Generated comprehensive monthly property management reports for over 400 units across 15 locations.
  • Prepared and managed lease agreements, including renewals; resolved tenant concerns
  • Developed proficiency in terminating the existence of an LLC through comprehensive winding-up processes, asset liquidation, tax form filings, and Articles of Dissolution
  • Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable for 41+ jobs totaling over $10MM annually while concurrently working for CRA Management
  • Using BuilderTrend, map information correctly into QuickBooks; enter vendor invoices for 41+ jobs into BuilderTrend for job costing; prepare change orders and purchase orders, and Certificates of Insurance for contractors
  • Prepare bi-weekly payroll, including Federal and State tax liabilities and quarterly reports
  • Generate financial, accounting, and auditing reports including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, aging reports, rent rolls, cash position, open invoices, and year-end financial reporting to executive stakeholders, banking institutions and insurance companies to give a clear view of the business; create journal entries
  • Conduct monthly bank reconciliations for 14 entities and 3 credit card statements
  • Develop and maintain EDBI federal employee reporting and analytics
  • Prepare, track, and notarize all lien releases for jobs
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders of the program to include subcontractors, customers, suppliers, and vendors
  • Direct and manage the monthly 'Leader in the Field' Recognition and Award Program
  • Manage the full life cycle of six (6) corporate events from planning to execution
  • Partnered with marketing agency to oversee company website redesign project; develop and curate content tailored for the newly updated company website
  • Develop a comprehensive employee policy and procedure handbook, ensuring clear guidelines for company operations and complitions
  • Spearheaded the transition to a new payroll system (ADP), resulting in a reduction in processing time and improved payroll liabilities reporting - data not yet available

Operations Manager

Baltimore Glass Company
Baltimore, MD
04.2021 - 12.2022
  • Company Overview: Residential & commercial construction
  • Directed operations for a small office with 6 employees, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.
  • Monitored workflow and delegated tasks to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Handled 30-40+ daily calls and provided support to walk-in customers.
  • Engaged with over 50 customers daily, enhancing their experience by maintaining a warm and friendly demeanor
  • Created accurate glass quotes; excelled in upselling additional products and services to boost sales
  • Recorded and managed daily financial transactions using QuickBooks; conducted reconciliations, prepared proposals and invoices, and ensured timely collections; achieved 100% on-time invoice payments by monitoring accounts receivable closely
  • Residential & commercial construction

Program Coordinator, Education & Outreach

Mental Health Association of Maryland (MHAMD)
Lutherville, MD
08.2018 - 05.2020
  • Orchestrated the daily operations of the 'Engage with Older Adults' grant-funded training program, including the transition from the pilot stages to implementation; performed a wide range of complex programmatic and administrative activities
  • Grew the Engage training program by 10x (from 200 to 2,000 clients in 21 long term care and assisted living facilities) over 17 months through lead generation, networking, conferences and trade shows, prospecting and cold-calling; exceeded goals by 22%
  • Managed training schedule program tracking and evaluation process
  • Tracked, reported and analyzed metrics for program effectiveness
  • Produced monthly, quarterly and annual statistical reports for the program and grants
  • Represented the organization at meetings, committees, conferences, national trade shows, and other community outreach events to address public health concerns and raised awareness surrounding mental illness; helped clients access resources
  • Developed website and content; designed training and marketing materials
  • Created and implemented standard operating policies, procedures, and processes for the Engage with program to ensure better work flow; made recommendations for corrective action as appropriate
  • Nationally certified Mental Health First Aid training instructor
  • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders of the program to include local jurisdictions, community organizations, and the local, state, and federal government to assist in managing project deliverables
  • Recorded meeting minutes for the MHAMD Board Meetings, BrainFutures Board Meetings and the Finance and Administration Committee Meetings
  • Point of contact for the program, solved problems; responded to all emails and inquiries

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Corporate Communications

NOTRE DAME OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY
Baltimore, MD
05-2015

Skills

  • Financial Accounting
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Accounts Payable
  • Budgeting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Project Management
  • Program Coordination
  • Marketing/Communications
  • Communications
  • Email Marketing
  • Event Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Relationship Building
  • Leadership
  • Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Presentation Skills
  • Research and Analysis
  • Graphic Design
  • Photography
  • Administrative Experience
  • Superior Organizational Skills
  • Effective Time Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Detail-Oriented Approach
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Effective Listening
  • Oral Communication
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Team Player
  • Decision-Making Skills
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Self-motivated

Certification

Notary Public, Maryland

Computer Skills

· Proficient in WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite - Acrobat Pro, Adobe PDF Creation, InDesign (beginners), Photoshop (beginners), Basecamp, Constant Contact, QuickBooks, Dropbox, Survey Monkey, BuilderTrend, AppFolio, and Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, MAC/Apple Operating system, content management systems – (CMS), Zoom, MS Teams

· Working knowledge of HTML and CSS, Access, SharePoint, Google

· Ability to learn new tools and technology

Timeline

Accounting Manager

CRA Management/Edgemont Builders
12.2022 - Current

Operations Manager

Baltimore Glass Company
04.2021 - 12.2022

Program Coordinator, Education & Outreach

Mental Health Association of Maryland (MHAMD)
08.2018 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Corporate Communications

NOTRE DAME OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY
Reneé DeVaughn