- Gym Workouts
- Swimming
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrency
- Cooking
Sara Budinich
Seattle
Summary
Detail-oriented finance leader with strong skills in budget planning and cash flow management. Known for implementing effective financial processes that enhance accuracy and drive organizational success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
Laurel Academy
Seattle, WA
03.2025 - Current
- Developed annual budgets aligning with strategic goals and operational needs.
- Implemented financial forecasting models to enhance budget accuracy and decision-making.
- Analyzed variances between actual performance and budget projections for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with department heads to streamline financial processes and reporting methods.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely payments and accurate financial records.
- Reconciled bank statements monthly, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
- Maintained general ledger entries and ensured compliance with accounting principles and regulations.
- Assisted in preparing financial statements, contributing to clear communication of organizational financial health.
- Processed payroll accurately, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and employee confidentiality.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Provided strategic insights to senior leadership, guiding investment decisions and resource allocation.
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
- Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to external parties without discrepancies or delays.
- Managed company cash flow by monitoring daily transactions and optimizing working capital.
- Improved financial performance through thorough analysis of company expenditures and revenues.
- Facilitated new hire onboarding processes to ensure smooth transitions into company culture.
- Developed onboarding materials that streamlined administrative tasks and improved efficiency.
- Collaborated with HR teams to refine onboarding workflows, ensuring compliance with policies.
- Assisted in tracking employee progress during onboarding, providing timely feedback and support.
Office Administrator
White Knight Fire Protection
North Bend, WA
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed scheduling and coordination of office activities to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in preparation of reports and documentation for internal and external communications.
- Maintained accurate filing systems, ensuring easy access to important records and documents.
- Supported daily office functions by managing inventory of supplies and equipment requisitions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure timely procurement of services and supplies.
- Coordinated meetings and events, facilitating effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities while juggling diverse responsibilities, including reception duties and ad-hoc administrative tasks.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
- Reduced administrative errors by diligently proofreading office documents and maintaining accurate records.
- Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
- Expedited invoice processing by accurately reviewing vendor submissions, reconciling accounts payable discrepancies, and conducting timely payments.
- Maximized office space utilization by maintaining a clean, organized work environment that encouraged productivity and efficiency.
- Processed payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timely disbursement of wages.
- Reviewed timecards for discrepancies and resolved issues to maintain payroll integrity.
- Assisted in the preparation of payroll reports for management review and compliance audits.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll-related issues, providing clear and accurate information.
- Conducted regular updates to employee records to reflect changes in status or compensation accurately.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Edmonds College
Lynnwood, WA03-2024
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Technology-savvy
- Tax planning and compliance
- General ledger entry
- Account reconciliation
- Strategic planning
- Cash flow management
- Budget planning
- Working capital management
- Profitability analysis
- Revenue recognition
- Business forecasting
Interests
Timeline
Finance Director
Laurel Academy
03.2025 - Current
Office Administrator
White Knight Fire Protection
10.2023 - 03.2025
No Degree - Accounting
Edmonds College