Vanessa Hamilton
Lakewood,WA
Summary
Organized and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills focused on achieving results in diverse and fast-paced environments. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities and willingness to learn. Skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals and contribute to team success. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Action Paint and Contracting
01.2018 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Steilacoom Historical School District
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for students with varying abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
- Boosted student engagement and participation through the implementation of interactive learning techniques.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Developed and executed lesson plans to cover required curriculum effectively.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance teaching skills.
Finance Manager
Lawless Harley Davidson
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
- Checked procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
- Prepared internal financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Delivered comprehensive financial training programs for non-finance managers, enhancing cross-functional understanding and collaboration.
- Ensured dealer maintained compliance with all state and federal guidelines.
Finance Assistant
Porsche Audi of Tacoma
11.2013 - 01.2017
- Supported year-end closing activities, ensuring all transactions were properly recorded before the start of the new fiscal year.
- Input financial data and produced reports using CDK.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive financial information, safeguarding both company data and client privacy.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions in alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Entered financial data into company accounting system with stringent adherence to data security protocols
- Resolved discrepancies in financial data to increase accuracy and reduce potential backlogs.
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements and reports to inform management.
- Proactively identified potential risks within the organization''s finances, alerting management to concerns as needed.
- Conducted month-end balance sheet reviews and reconciled variances.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Office Administration/Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk
Lexus Of Tacoma At Fife
09.2007 - 11.2013
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Conducted thorough account audits, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly to maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepared monthly reports of accounts receivable and accounts payable for management review.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries regarding billing or payment matters, resulting in improved client satisfaction levels.
- Performed daily bank reconciliations, detecting and resolving discrepancies between bank statements and company records.
- Accurately processed high volumes of invoices within tight deadlines while maintaining a low error rate.
- Maintained detailed aging reports on outstanding balances owed, enabling accurate assessment of company''s cash position at any given time.
- Processed and recorded accounts receivable transactions to facilitate prompt collection of customer payments.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Reconciled customer accounts and resolved discrepancies to maintain accuracy and resolve issues.
- Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Trained staff members in procedures, increasing overall department efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2023
Skills
- Work flow planning
- Staff management
- Advanced problem solving
- Coaching and mentoring
- Data analysis
- Data review
- Compliance monitoring
- Task prioritization
- Workforce training
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Elementary Education Certification - Washington OSPI.
Timeline
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Steilacoom Historical School District
11.2023 - 06.2024
Project Manager
Action Paint and Contracting
01.2018 - Current
Finance Manager
Lawless Harley Davidson
03.2017 - 11.2017
Finance Assistant
Porsche Audi of Tacoma
11.2013 - 01.2017
Office Administration/Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk
Lexus Of Tacoma At Fife
09.2007 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
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