Sharon Shellhamer
Warren,OH
Summary
Dynamic small business owner and former Accounting Supervisor at Penske Logistics, skilled in financial management and employee performance. Proven track record in business growth and retention, leveraging strategic planning and exceptional communication to enhance operational success and client relationships. Expert in new market research and cost control, driving profitability and efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Butterflies and Beehives Boutique
01.2015 - Current
- Responsible for all purchasing, invoicing, A/P, A/R, bank reconciliations, month end closings, year end closings, taxes
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.
- Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
- Participated in business events, conferences and trade shows to promote products and network with business owners and prospective clients.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Accounting Supervisor/Human Resources Manager
Penske Logistics
05.1999 - 12.2014
- Responsible for all purchasing, invoicing, A/P, A/R, bank reconciliations, month end closings, year end closings, taxes
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.
- Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
- Participated in business events, conferences and trade shows to promote products and network with business owners and prospective clients.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZHuman Resources Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- GAAP
- New market research
- Planning and execution
- Business operations leadership
- New business launch
- Business management and development
- Staffing
- Business growth and retention
- Cost control and analysis
- Accounting oversight
- Financial administration
- Vision implementation
- Operations management
- Sales oversight
- Financial management
- Business development
- Human resources management
- Opportunity identification
- Staff hiring
- Employee performance management
- Project management
- Team building
- Vendor relations
- Strategic planning
- Reporting and documentation
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Financial planning
- Payroll administration
- Negotiation
- Business marketing
- Budget management
- Employee development
- Small business operations
- A/P A/R Month End Closing Yearly Closing
- Technology sales
Timeline
Small Business Owner
Butterflies and Beehives Boutique
01.2015 - Current
Accounting Supervisor/Human Resources Manager
Penske Logistics
05.1999 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Human Resources Management
University of Phoenix