Ursula Echols
Birmingham,Alabama
Summary
Dynamic Accounts Associate with Birmingham City Schools, skilled in budget planning and recordkeeping. Successfully enhanced community engagement through event coordination and streamlined financial processes. Proven ability to collaborate effectively, ensuring compliance and timely vendor payments while fostering teamwork and problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Associate
Birmingham City Schools
06.2017 - Current
- Manage student enrollment processes to ensure accurate data collection and reporting.
- Collaborate with educators to streamline communication between parents and school administration.
- Coordinate special events, enhancing community engagement and participation.
- Collaborate with finance team to streamline budgeting processes and reporting accuracy.
- Prepare vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely payment and resolve discrepancies.
Bus Driver
Birmingham City Schools
10.2004 - 06.2017
- Ensured safe and timely transportation of students to various locations within district.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained discipline and provided assistance to students during transit.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop efficient route plans based on student needs.
- Mentored trainees, ensuring consistent understanding of safety protocols and operational procedures.
Accounts Payable Assistant
The City of Homewood
06.2007 - 12.2012
- Processed vendor invoices and ensured timely payments for city departments.
- Reconciled accounts payable records with general ledger to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted in preparing financial reports to support budgeting processes.
- Collaborated with vendors to resolve discrepancies and improve relationships.
- Kept vendor files accurate and up-to-date to expedite payment processing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ensley High School
Birmingham, ALSkills
- Budget planning
- Compliance
- Recordkeeping proficiency
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Bill payment and recordkeeping
Timeline
Accounts Associate
Birmingham City Schools
06.2017 - Current
Accounts Payable Assistant
The City of Homewood
06.2007 - 12.2012
Bus Driver
Birmingham City Schools
10.2004 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Ensley High School