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.