SARAH BERNAL
Odessa
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
PACE Field Services
San Juan Capistrano
09.2025 - Current
- Reviewed and verified purchase orders against invoices for consistency.
- Utilized accounting software to input data and manage transactions efficiently.
- Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.
- Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
- Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Property Manager
Avaz Management
St Louis
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Conducted regular property inspections to preemptively identify and address maintenance needs.
- Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
- Introduced and monitored effective lease renewal programs to maintain high occupancy rates.
- Managed daily operations of residential and commercial properties.
- Oversaw lease agreements, renewals, and tenant relations effectively.
- Implemented property marketing strategies to attract potential tenants.
Property Manager/Marketing Coordinator
Diamond Elite
Odessa
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
- Boosted sales performance through the creation of engaging promotional materials and targeted advertising strategies.
- Optimized website content for improved search engine rankings and increased web traffic.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and skill development within the marketing department.
- Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
- Provided ongoing training opportunities for staff, promoting professional growth and fostering a cohesive team environment.
- Increased property occupancy rates by effectively marketing available units and conducting thorough tenant screenings.
Accounts Payable Manager
Diamond Elite Estates
Odessa
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed accurate and timely processing of over 30 + invoices per month.
- Coordinated accounts payable functions and improved workflow for 5 staff members.
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Positively interacted with all partners, employees and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
- Input all relevant transactions and supervised properly within accounting system.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Property Manager
Diamond Elite Estates
Odessa
06.2020 - 01.2023
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
- Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
- Maintained sufficient number of units market-ready for lease.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase occupancy rates.
- Kept properties in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
Property Manager
Related Management
Odessa
03.2013 - 06.2020
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
- Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
Sales Manager
Odessa Truck Center
Odessa
01.2016 - 05.2020
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
- Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients' specific needs.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent follow-ups.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted promotional campaigns, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photography
Odessa College
Odessa, TexasGED -
Capistrano Laguna Beach ROP
San Juan Capistrano, CASkills
- Procurement Coordination
- Account Reconciliation
- Human Resources Knowledge
- Training and Onboarding
- Rent collection
- Tenant relations
- Fair housing mandates
- Financial Instrument
- Invoice Auditing
- Critical Thinking
- Financial Administration
- Lease Renewals
- Eviction Procedures
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Staff management
- Leasing and sales
- Property tours and inspections
- Maintenance scheduling
- Occupancy management
- Administrative support
- Multi-family property management
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Software utilization
Languages
Spanish, Limited Working
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
PACE Field Services
09.2025 - Current
Property Manager
Avaz Management
01.2025 - 08.2025
Property Manager/Marketing Coordinator
Diamond Elite
10.2023 - 08.2024
Accounts Payable Manager
Diamond Elite Estates
01.2023 - 10.2023
Property Manager
Diamond Elite Estates
06.2020 - 01.2023
Sales Manager
Odessa Truck Center
01.2016 - 05.2020
Property Manager
Related Management
03.2013 - 06.2020
Associate of Arts - Photography
Odessa College
GED -
Capistrano Laguna Beach ROP