Summary

Overview

Work History

Education

Skills

Accomplishments

Certification

Timeline

Shineece Sellars

Burlington,NC

Summary

Well-qualified Property and Asset Management candidate with 5 years of property management experience. Proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.

Overview

9

9

years of professional experience

1

1

Certification

Work History

Executive Director

African American Cultural Arts and History Center

07.2020 - Current

Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
Built and maintained strong company teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments.

Manager/Owner

Release Me Investing LLC

01.2018 - Current

Established foundational processes for business operations.
Carefully screened tenancy applicants, pulling background investigations, credit reports and past rental history.
Communicated with landlord regarding building and tenant issues.
Scheduled outside contractors for major maintenance issues.

Financial Advisor

Prudential

09.2022 - 03.2023

Performed policy reviews for existing clients to identify cost savings and opportunities.
Met with clients to discuss assets, expenses, and long-term and short-term investment goals to devise personalized financial plans.
Developed personal rapport with each client to maintain customer loyalty and establish long-term accounts.

Financial Advisor

Equitable

02.2021 - 03.2022

Provided life insurance and annuity solutions based on client needs

Financial Advisor

Edward Jones

08.2018 - 11.2020

Cultivated and strengthened relationships with new clients and educated clients on account services and capabilities.
Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on individual needs.
Developed comprehensive retirement planning strategies to help clients maximize retirement savings.
Met with clients to discuss assets, expenses, and long-term and short-term investment goals to devise personalized financial plans.

Owner

Sellars Bookkeeping And Tax Prep

06.2017 - 04.2019

Contracted with local accounting firms to outsource bookkeeping and tax prep services
Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.

Temporary Staff Accountant

Balentine & Borg

01.2018 - 04.2019

Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-ups for organizations and entities.
Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.

Staff Accountant

Cherry Bekaert, LLP

Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals.
Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into Quickbooks.
Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
Collaborated with external auditors to provide information for audit process.
Prepared and filed tax returns to summarize transactions of calendar year and comply with laws and regulations.

Intern

Cherry Bekeart LLP

01.2015 - 04.2015

Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
Used software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Accounting and Business Management

Appalachian State University

Skills

Effective and Professional Communication
Financial Efficiency
Property Acquisition
Microsoft Office
Financial Statements Expertise
Account Reconciliation

Real Estate Industry Understanding
Grounds and Facility Inspection
Tenant and Owner Liaising
Capital Projects Management
Manage Rentals

Accomplishments

2022 Recipient of Elon University Game Charger Award

Certification

Licensed Insurance Producer - 18417388
Series 7- Issued Sept 2018
Series 66- Issued Oct 208

Timeline

Financial Advisor - Prudential

09.2022 - 03.2023

Financial Advisor - Equitable

02.2021 - 03.2022

Executive Director - African American Cultural Arts and History Center

07.2020 - Current

Financial Advisor - Edward Jones

08.2018 - 11.2020

Manager/Owner - Release Me Investing LLC

01.2018 - Current

Temporary Staff Accountant - Balentine & Borg

01.2018 - 04.2019

Owner - Sellars Bookkeeping And Tax Prep

06.2017 - 04.2019

Intern - Cherry Bekeart LLP

01.2015 - 04.2015

Staff Accountant - Cherry Bekaert, LLP

Appalachian State University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Accounting and Business Management

Licensed Insurance Producer - 18417388
Series 7- Issued Sept 2018
Series 66- Issued Oct 208