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Teri Draeger

Los Gatos,CA

Summary

ACCOUNTING & OPERATIONS LEADER

Highly organized and detail-oriented accounting specialist with over 20 years of experience managing the financial and operation obligations of diverse organizations. Proficient in processing invoices, reconciling accounts, payroll processing, customer service and collaborative team player.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

CITY OF PALO ALTO
11.2019 - Current
  • Work within the Department of Revenue & Collections to assist customers and oversee Accounts Receivable activities
  • Maintain accurate records and compile data from various sources to be presented to Administrative Services
  • Training for cash management for the City
  • Help residents and business owners with making incoming payments to the City for citations, parking permits, etc
  • Provide public counter help for business transient and utility taxes, citation contests, construction utility payments
  • Balance cash registers and prepare daily deposit records for internal accounting as well as deposits for the bank
  • Process checks with a high degree of accuracy for other departments within the City
  • Reconcile and audit accounts for accuracy
  • Exercise independent judgment in researching and solving problems
  • Provide technical guidance to city staff
  • Assist Transportation Department with special projects
  • Process revenue for Police and point of contact with alarm, special events, and ABC invoices
  • Process payments for parking citations, prepare parking citation contests, schedule hearings, update Citrix System, and communicate effectively with citizens
  • Point of contact for Parking Citation contests, refunds, guidance and updating new owner/lessee/rental information.

ACCOUNT/OFFICE MANAGER

CHRISTOFER COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
11.2017 - 10.2019
  • Oversee many key aspects of office management and business administration, including accounting, appointment scheduling, shipping/receiving, logistics, customer service, and quality assurance
  • ADP Payroll processing for Staff
  • Hold financial responsibilities such as reconciling credit card payments, entering travel expenses, accounts payable (AP) & receivable (AR) for the online store, managing and tracking bank deposits and purchase orders
  • Respond to customer and vendor inquiries, quotes, and bids; communicate with internal service/sales teams to resolve issues and answer questions regarding event scheduling and location details
  • Schedule and track shipments of supplies for trade shows and other events to destinations within and outside of the U.S
  • Closely monitor shipments for quality while in transit
  • Provide accurate, detailed and organized documentation to properly invoice the client
  • Purchase supplies and materials from vendors; receive shipments and verify contents to ensure consistency
  • Research and communicate cross-functionally to prepare accurate and mutually beneficial proposals for prospective clients
  • Provide details such as product information, samples, and pricing to win bids
  • Maintain a consistently accurate and well-organized inventory of products, supplies, and other materials
  • Receive event product orders via www.avtradeshows.com; pick, pack, and ship items to meet specifications
  • Assist in-person at various internal and external company projects and special events as needed.

BUSINESS SERVICE ASSOCIATE I (TEMP - AS NEEDED)

SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
01.2016 - 11.2017
  • Assisted with accounts payable (AP) tasks such as processing invoices, purchase orders, and Cal-card reconciliation
  • Assisted in processing payroll data, reconciliation and various audits to ensure payroll accuracy
  • Reconciled travel expenditures with trip reports to ensure compliance with County guidelines
  • Provided clerical support in all areas and completed special assignments.

COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER I

SANTA CLARA COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS
05.2017 - 10.2017
  • Trained to dispatch for Santa Clara County Sheriff, Fire, and EMS, directing the appropriate emergency resources to emergency scenes
  • P.O.S.T.-Certified and possesses basic working knowledge of both CAD (computer-aided dispatch) and radio dispatch
  • Completed and passed background check, psychological evaluation, polygraph, and PHQ (personal history questionnaire)
  • Allocated emergency resources to situations according to information from callers
  • Maintained clear communication with callers to monitor escalating situations
  • Provided First Aid instructions as necessary
  • Monitored and communicated with dispatched units to gauge and track their responses
  • Memorized all 10 codes and PC codes.

SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL SECRETARY/INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE

LOS GATOS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.2015 - 01.2016
  • Provided secretarial and clerical support to School Administrative Assistant and other staff on an as-needed basis
  • Assisted with teaching and supervising students
  • Maintained safe learning environments; built self-esteem.

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE ASSOCIATE

BRANDVIA ALLIANCE, INC.
08.2014 - 10.2015
  • Provided excellent customer service and support to external clients as well as internal colleagues and other stakeholders
  • Processed on-line orders and managed shipments
  • Processed returns and credits
  • Resolved inquiries via phone, email, and social media
  • Kept apprised of event dates and order deadlines.

MEMBERSHIP AND ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

BAY CLUB COURTSIDE
05.2014 - 08.2014
  • Supported the daily operational needs of the Business Office, including finance/accounting and membership needs
  • Facilitated financial processes including cash drawer reporting, bank deposits, and petty cash handling
  • Maintained and updated membership records, collected debts, and researched and resolved billing issues
  • Accounts payable for all food and beverage.

RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE

BAY CLUB COURTSIDE
02.2013 - 05.2014
  • Greeted and served customers' various needs with a high level of customer service and a positive attitude
  • Performed daily maintenance duties including stocking, display setup and re-merchandising, price adjustments and markdowns, inventory transfers, special orders, and light cleaning as necessary
  • Greeted members in an inviting manner and built relationships using excellent communication skills.

Payroll Specialist

DOMINICAN HOSPITAL
09.2002 - 04.2004

Payroll Specialist - Per Diem

General Accounting Specialist

DOMINICAN HOSPITAL
11.1996 - 01.2002

Accounts Payable Specialist including Payroll

Education

Skills

  • Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR)
  • Invoice processing
  • Payroll Processing
  • Auditing and Reconciliation
  • Bookkeeping/Ledger Management
  • Inventory/Storage Management
  • Project & Deadline Management
  • Shipping & Receiving/Fulfillment
  • Customer Service/Support/Public Counter Assistance
  • Materials Purchasing/Logistics
  • Office/Event Management
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable: QuickBooks
  • Operating System Software: Windows 10, 8, 7; Mac OS X, SAP
  • Word Processing: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

Timeline

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

CITY OF PALO ALTO
11.2019 - Current

ACCOUNT/OFFICE MANAGER

CHRISTOFER COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
11.2017 - 10.2019

COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER I

SANTA CLARA COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS
05.2017 - 10.2017

BUSINESS SERVICE ASSOCIATE I (TEMP - AS NEEDED)

SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
01.2016 - 11.2017

SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL SECRETARY/INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE

LOS GATOS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.2015 - 01.2016

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE ASSOCIATE

BRANDVIA ALLIANCE, INC.
08.2014 - 10.2015

MEMBERSHIP AND ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

BAY CLUB COURTSIDE
05.2014 - 08.2014

RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE

BAY CLUB COURTSIDE
02.2013 - 05.2014

Payroll Specialist

DOMINICAN HOSPITAL
09.2002 - 04.2004

General Accounting Specialist

DOMINICAN HOSPITAL
11.1996 - 01.2002

Teri Draeger