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Tracy Douglas

Covington,LA

Summary

Accomplished Office Manager and Bookkeeper with a proven track record at Design Build Associates, Inc., enhancing operational efficiency and financial accuracy. Expert in bookkeeping and office administration, adept at maintaining confidentiality and fostering strong customer relationships. Achieved significant cost reductions and streamlined processes, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a results-driven approach.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager and Bookkeeper

Design Build Associates, Inc.
11.2012 - Current
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
  • Streamlined document handling and processing, reducing turnaround time for client inquiries and requests.

. sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.

  • Enhanced office operational efficiency by streamlining filing systems, resulting in easier access to critical documents.
  • Reduced overhead costs significantly through negotiation of vendor contracts for office supplies and services.
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support to senior management, enabling them to focus on strategic decision-making.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
  • Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
  • 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.
  • Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
  • Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
  • Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
  • Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
  • Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
  • Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
  • Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decisionmaking.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Collaborated with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process, providing necessary documentation as required.
  • Facilitated smoother audits by maintaining organized financial records and documentation.
  • Maintained compliance with tax laws, ensuring timely filing of all required documents.
  • Facilitated better cash management, closely monitored cash flow statements.
  • Enhanced budget tracking with detailed expense categorization.
  • Improved financial accuracy by meticulously recording all transactions in accounting software.

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Community Association Management
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
  • Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
  • Maintained up-to-date customer contact information, enabling effective communication regarding account status and payment inquiries.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries about their account status or billing concerns, building strong, long-lasting relationships.

Bookkeeper

Nita's Interior Desins
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.

Business Owner

Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio - Owner
06.1995 - 01.2009
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Education

No Degree - General Business - Accounting

Hammond Area Votec
Hammond
04.1988

High School Diploma -

East St. John High School
Reserve, LA
01.1979

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Office Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Office Administration
  • Excellent multi-tasking ability
  • Customer Relations
  • Billing
  • Administrative Support
  • Payroll Processing
  • Bookkeeping
  • Document Management

Additional Information

I am a member of BACA, Bikers Against Child Abuse. A non profit organization who works with abused kids not to be afraid of the world they live in.

I am the Chapter treasurer, the State of louisiana Treasurer, and a Regional Treasury manager.


I am currently raising my 2 grandsons who have been doing exceptionally well in school. both are honor roll students and very involved in school sports.

I enjoy being around people, and helping others. I am dedicated to my obligations to all I am involved with.



Timeline

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Community Association Management
01.2022 - 01.2024

Bookkeeper

Nita's Interior Desins
01.2019 - 01.2022

Office Manager and Bookkeeper

Design Build Associates, Inc.
11.2012 - Current

Business Owner

Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio - Owner
06.1995 - 01.2009

No Degree - General Business - Accounting

Hammond Area Votec

High School Diploma -

East St. John High School
Tracy Douglas