Sarah R Burros
Visalia,CA
Summary
Organized professional, experienced in providing administrative support and service coordination within diverse, fast-paced environments. Offers a work ethic that consists of taking initiative, applying critical thinking, and streamlining procedures to enhance the flow of the workplace. Utilizes excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with internal stakeholders. Thrives in fast-paced environments prioritizing and managing multiple demands calmly and effectively. Bilingual (Spanish and English) and typing speed of 60 WPM.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper
Stuart's Johanson and Thomas
Visalia, CA
01.2014 - Current
- Reconciled bank and credit card accounts on a monthly basis, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial information for decision-making
- Implemented efficient data entry processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in errors and improved accuracy of financial records.
- Managed the processing of invoices and payments, maintaining a 98% on-time payment rate and improving vendor relationships.
- Prepared and filed sales tax returns accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and avoiding penalties.
- Monitored and maintained accounts receivable and accounts payable, reducing outstanding balances by 15% and improving cash flow management.
- Created and maintained employee records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and tax withholding forms.
- Processed payroll for over 15 employees bi-weekly, ensuring accuracy of pay and deductions.
Junior Bookkeeper
Stuart's Johanson and Thomas
Visalia, CA
06.2009 - Current
- Prepared and reviewed invoices and payments for accuracy using the Quickbooks accounting software applications.
- Assisted in accounts payable, providing support to Senior Management as needed.
- Examined and reconciled general ledger, resolving discrepancies.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Composed, edited and typed complex memos and reports with job-related software.
Student Worker-Admissions and Records Office
College Of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA
08.2006 - 07.2009
- Provided technical assistance and information to students regarding admissions, registration, records, matriculation, and enrollment.
- Developed strong oral and written communication skills in working with people of different ages and diversities
- Followed instruction from management to complete tasks according to exact specifications
- Greeted office visitors, provided information and directed to appropriate personnel
- Trained student workers to perform work activities and use computer database
- Answered multi-line telephone system and routed calls to appropriate personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Whitney High School
Visalia, CA06-2001
Some College (No Degree) - Business
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CASkills
- Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
- Superior Time Management and Multi-tasking Skills
- Confidentiality understanding and document control
- Application Review and Data verification
- Data entry and 10-Key
- Experienced and knowledgeable of personal computers and databases: Banner Web, Quickbooks, MS Office
- Ability to type, spell, write, or print legibly with general knowledge of personal computers
- Administrative Duties
- Experience working in a Community College environment, customer service and admissions positions
- Exhibits professional demeanor with strong communication and presentation skills
- Quick-learner
- Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing
- Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Dependability and Punctuality
- Function well in high-volume environment with minimum supervision
- Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn Community College infrastructure, policies and procedures
- Able to work in a fast-paced, process- and deadline-driven environment where prioritization of multilevel tasks are necessary daily
Affiliations
- Adopt-A- Class Fundraising Event: Fundraising event to provide a local Kindergarten class from a school zone where the majority of its students come from low-income households., with backpacks, school supplies, and winter jackets. This event was founded in 2007 by the LISTO Club, College of the Sequoias.
Timeline
Bookkeeper
Stuart's Johanson and Thomas
01.2014 - Current
Junior Bookkeeper
Stuart's Johanson and Thomas
06.2009 - Current
Student Worker-Admissions and Records Office
College Of The Sequoias
08.2006 - 07.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Business
College of The Sequoias
High School Diploma -
Mount Whitney High School
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