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Tara Towner

Elkhart,IN

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record excelling in relationship building and meticulous recordkeeping. Adept at project management and team development, fostering collaboration to achieve organizational goals. Highly enthusiastic and a great team player.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper

West on Warren
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
  • Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
  • Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
  • Reduced errors in financial statements with meticulous attention to detail during data entry.
  • Boosted efficiency, implemented digital filing system for receipts and invoices.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by performing monthly reconciliations of bank accounts.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using Quickbooks.

Event Coordinator

Point of Light Ministries
05.2018 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Established positive relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met throughout the event planning process.
  • Assisted crews with building set up and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
  • Handled tours and marketing for the rental venue.


Connections Director

Waypoint Community Church
08.2014 - 01.2018
  • Created and led various teams to provide connection experiences
  • Developed different small group experiences for those who attended Waypoint
  • Organized retreats, golf outings and other church wide events
  • Led Mission Trips
  • Taught training seminars
  • Guided people to find different areas to serve in based on their passion areas
  • Managed and trained teams of volunteers

Administrative Assistant

Waypoint Community Church
11.2013 - 08.2014
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
  • Enhanced office environment, organizing spaces for better workflow and employee comfort.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Group Benefits Account Manager

Synergy Insurance Group
01.2004 - 04.2011


  • Developed strong client relationships with effective communication and personalized service.
  • Reduced administrative burden by developing standardized processes for managing benefits-related paperwork, reporting, and recordkeeping.
  • Managed account renewal process efficiently to ensure seamless continuation of client benefits coverage without any lapses or disruptions.
  • Worked closely with HR departments to develop customized employee communications materials that clearly outlined available benefits options and encouraged informed decision-making among staff members.
  • Provided comprehensive employee education sessions to promote understanding of available benefits and encourage participation in programs.
  • Served as an expert resource on benefits-related matters, providing guidance to both clients and internal team members.
  • Educated new hires about different benefit plans.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.

Education

Communications

Grace College
Winona Lake, IN
05-2003

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Bill payment and recordkeeping
  • Data entry
  • Attention to detail
  • Project management
  • Customer relations
  • Problem resolution
  • Team development
  • Administrative support
  • Staff training
  • Sales expertise
  • Staff education and training

Timeline

Bookkeeper

West on Warren
01.2023 - Current

Event Coordinator

Point of Light Ministries
05.2018 - 01.2022

Connections Director

Waypoint Community Church
08.2014 - 01.2018

Administrative Assistant

Waypoint Community Church
11.2013 - 08.2014

Group Benefits Account Manager

Synergy Insurance Group
01.2004 - 04.2011

Communications

Grace College

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