Talented business and customer relations professional with self-directed nature and analytical problem-solving abilities. Excellent project management, communication and planning abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Client Service Specialist
AssuredPartners (Acquired First Harbor)
09.2023 - Current
Provided knowledgeable service and support for all customer needs.
Helped and assisted high volume of customers every day with a positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
Accepted and processed payments, updated accounts, and issued receipts.
Supported underwriting by gathering application data and keeping open communication with clients.
Assisted with special marketing projects by coordinating the distribution of marketing mailers, and contacting customers to explain new marketing campaigns.
Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
Communicated with clients regarding account services, statements, and balances.
Maintained and managed customer files and databases.
Educated clients on account services and resolved client inquiries regarding statement information and account balances.
Supported client projects with advanced skills in document management, customer relations and reporting.
Accounting Bookkeeper/Manager of Operations
First Harbor
12.2006 - 08.2023
Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs for 20-plus vendors.
Identified accounting errors when cross-referencing documents and database information.
Reduced financial discrepancies through transaction monitoring and management.
Developed and implemented procedures to improve accounting efficiency.
Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
Analyzed financial data to assist in budget creation and forecasting.
Managed vendor relationships and negotiated contracts to obtain best prices and value for money.
Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Increased profit by streamlining operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
06.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Lone Star College System
Spring, TX
12.2013
Skills
Bookkeeping
Database Management
Payroll Management
Microsoft Office
Administrative and Office Support
Client Service and Support
Provider Relations
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Operational Efficiency
Portfolio Maintenance
Compliance Requirements
Policy and Procedure Adherence
Payment Reconciliation
Certification
Life Insurance License
QuickBooks
Notary
Hippa Compliance
Anti-Money Laundry
Timeline
Client Service Specialist
AssuredPartners (Acquired First Harbor)
09.2023 - Current
Accounting Bookkeeper/Manager of Operations
First Harbor
12.2006 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Sam Houston State University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management