VaRhonda Harris
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Experienced financial operations specialist with a strong background in regulatory compliance at Thurman White Academy. Expertise in training development and communication, enhancing team performance and achieving organizational goals. Proficient in financial analysis and cash management, consistently delivering accurate reports and fostering strategic relationships.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Banker-Office Specialist II
Thurman White Academy
Las Vegas, Nevada
12.2024 - Current
- Managed basic financial operations including collection, verification, posting, and distribution of school funds for activities.
- Ensured accuracy of cash disbursement documentation while maintaining expenditure record integrity.
- Updated and reconciled logs, reports, ledgers, and spreadsheets to support fiscal activities.
- Performed audits for invoices and bank deposits to maintain accurate checking account records.
- Developed statistical calculations and financial reports to support management decision-making.
- Verified checking account entries; executed stop-payments on erroneous checks to recover funds.
- Prepared monthly meeting minutes regarding school funds; secured approvals and disseminated copies accordingly.
- Scheduled meetings and appointments across departments to ensure efficient communication.
- Streamlined file organization and record maintenance for improved access and retrieval.
- Implemented office organization strategies to enhance workspace productivity.
- Completed data entry tasks accurately and efficiently utilizing various software programs.
- Created spreadsheets to track customer service metrics such as response times and resolution rates.
- Scheduled meetings and conference calls for staff members as requested.
- Maintained an organized filing system for all business documents including contracts, legal forms, correspondence.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
- Facilitated communication within office and with external partners to strengthen collaboration.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and documents.
- Managed daily office operations and maintained a clean and efficient workspace.
- Supported bookkeeping tasks such as invoicing and expense tracking.
- Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines efficiently.
- Facilitated internal communication by distributing memos and announcements.
- Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Food Service Staff Trainer
Food Service Department
Las Vegas, Nevada
12.2006 - 12.2024
- Assist Human Resources with generalist functions in the areas of employee relations, recruitment, workforce planning, employee retention, and coaching/development.
- Coordinated recruitment and selection process by placing advertisements, screening applications, and managing new hire processing, ensuring accuracy in documentation and timely follow-up on discrepancies.
- Review and process requisitions and related documents, including entering information into the HCM system; update and maintain information including employee records and logs/reports.
- Maintain employee licenses and certifications to ensure compliance as required by job description and/or Food Service department policy.
- Coordinate a variety of personnel programs, projects, and special events within the Food Service Department.
- Attend and participate in professional and community meetings to recruit interested parties for employment in the Food Service Department.
- Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community organizations, higher education institutions, employment agencies, recruiters, internet sites, etc.
- Research, organize, and attend job fairs, campus events, and other recruitment events to source candidates.
- Consult with hiring managers to understand the requirements, duties, and qualifications desired for specified vacant positions.
- Screen candidates, select qualified and interested candidates for the interviewing phase, and then connect viable candidates with hiring managers.
- Complete a wide variety of essential daily tasks while meeting crucial deadlines for such and providing exemplary customer service while doing so.
- Maintain multiple spreadsheets and databases for ongoing Professional Learning/Trainings.
- Compose, prepare, and edit various confidential correspondence and complex reports.
- Set priorities and work independently to successfully complete various special projects assigned along with essential daily tasks.
- Backed up Administrative Secretary I and provided main Front Desk lobby coverage every other month during summer.
- Training all new hires, temporary, regular and management for the Food Service Department.
- Training all staff on USDA and NDA required trainings.
- Meeting with Food Service Administration to ensure compliance with State and Local Regulatory authorities.
- Updating training materials based on contractual changes.
- Weekly meetings with ESEA to ensure compliance and discuss possible changes and improvements.
- Approving time in HCM.
- Organizing recruitment fairs, as well as interviewing possible candidates.
- Training on all District Policies and procedures.
- Field training when needed.
- Professional Development tracking.
- Holding regular Google meet trainings.
- Creating Google Slides and PowerPoints to implement or retrain on District policies and procedures.
- Research as needed on new policies or possible changes in policy.
- Maintained accurate records of employee files and documentation.
- Present and Create training material/content to assist with ensuring all grant requirements are successfully met and incorporate such to coordinate and conduct training program activities, workshops and seminars in both small and large capacity sizes that include utilizing multimedia presentations, virtual format, technical procedures, hands-on demonstrations, and technical software.
- In addition, manage quality control to ensure federal, state and local compliance is met as well as provide technical assistance to all 21st CCLC sites.
- Review/process Support Staff Personnel Requisitions/Resignation/Retirement/Leave of Absence/Withholding Allowance Certificate (W-4) forms in accordance with current collective bargaining agreement provisions which include new hires, returning employees, promotions, demotions, lateral transfers, job stops.
- Determine, calculate and prepare pay adjustments and expense adjustments such as dockings, retroactive pay, holiday pay, responsibility pay, overtime.
- Maintain Support Staff Personnel work history records.
- Interpret and explain District policies, regulations, and procedures related to employee pay along with collective bargaining agreement.
- Lead in the department.
- Handle all aspects of maintaining compliance with USDA and Federal Regulations regarding NSLP (National School Lunch Program).
- Train, assist COVID Grant program, process MOU’s (Memorandum of Understanding), assist Director of Food Service with various audits/projects, create/maintain/update all Grant documentation including training, letters, , Franklin software as well as a wide variety of Food Service internal forms, communicate with various individuals including social workers, principals, counselors, kitchen managers, etc. regarding misc. requests and inquiries.
- Oversee, monitor and assist 800 Call Center volume, prepare a variety of reports, process, update and audit meal benefit applications which require meeting crucial deadlines.
- Manage and maintain numerous calendars including the Director of Food Service personnel.
- Coordinate and schedule staff meetings; negotiate, plan and assign staff to attend various local job fairs and application help sessions for recruitment purposes including completing and managing detailed spreadsheets for such.
- Prep and schedule interviews, responsible for obtaining and deactivating access for employees (building, computer, phone and other various equipment, etc.).
- Track employee evaluation due dates and ensure personnel files remain in order and uncompromised.
- Track absences of staff.
- Monitor, maintain and order office supplies.
- Responsible for technology inventory and ensuring proper protocols are followed when assigning to staff.
- Prepare and schedule travel arrangements including completing and submitting of proper travel reimbursement forms, etc.
- Compose, prepare, and edit various confidential correspondence and complex reports as well as assist Administrative Secretary with various projects when needed.
- Coordinate work of others to maintain customer service remains intact as well as set priorities, work independently to meet critical deadlines of the department and back up other department secretaries as needed.
- Developed training materials for staff in food safety and service protocols.
- Delivered hands-on training sessions for new employees in food preparation techniques, enhancing their practical skills and ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Monitored compliance with health regulations during training activities and food service operations.
- Collaborated with management to identify training needs within the food service team.
- Facilitated team-building workshops to enhance communication among staff members.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through employee feedback and performance assessments.
- Implemented process improvements based on staff input and industry best practices.
- Mentored new trainers on effective delivery of instructional content and techniques.
- Monitored and recorded attendance for all training sessions, providing data to assess participation and training effectiveness.
- Responded promptly and professionally to inquiries related to educational services provided by the organization.
- Compiled reports summarizing participants' performance during each session and submitted them to management.
- Monitored progress of trainees to evaluate their understanding of topics covered during instruction.
- Organized workshops for existing staff members in order to enhance their skill sets related to job roles.
- Conducted training sessions for new staff members on procedures and policies.
- Collaborated with department heads to determine specific training needs based on identified gaps in knowledge or skillset.
- Provided guidance when needed regarding usage of various software applications used within the organization's operations.
- Maintained records of all training materials used within the organization.
- Ensured that all safety protocols are followed throughout duration of class, workshop, session conducted by Training Department personnel.
- Evaluated effectiveness of training programs by collecting feedback from trainees through surveys.
- Designed, developed, and delivered instructor-led learning activities in both online and classroom formats.
- Created materials such as handouts, PowerPoint presentations, videos, manuals, and other documents for use in training sessions.
- Researched current trends in employee development and best practices in order to create innovative approaches for delivering training content.
- Delivered customized training solutions based on individual needs assessment results.
- Assisted with identifying areas of improvement for existing employees' skillsets.
- Facilitated group discussions among participants during instructional sessions as needed.
- Assisted with creating assessments designed to measure trainee performance following completion of a course or program.
- Developed and implemented onboarding programs to ensure successful integration of new hires into the organization.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to staff on an ongoing basis to improve job performance.
- Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
- Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
- Participated in and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs.
- Used role-playing, lectures, and simulations to present information in a variety of instructional techniques and formats.
- Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
- Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
- Worked collaboratively across departments and with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive, effective training sessions.
- Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees or focus groups.
- Scheduled classes based on availability of classrooms, equipment or instructors.
- Coordinated recruitment and placement of training program participants.
- Maintained strong knowledge by participating in workshops, conferences, and online education classes.
- Remained up-to-date with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books or magazine articles.
- Monitored training costs and prepared budget reports to justify expenditures.
- Devised programs to develop executive potential among employees in lower-level positions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eldorado High School
Skills
- Banking software
- Core banking
- Client onboarding
- Client management
- Transaction processing
- Financial forecasting
- Financial analytics
- Cash management
- Invoice processing
- Regulatory compliance
- KYC compliance
- Operational reporting
- Financial reporting
- Budget tracking
- Attendance management
- Student management
- Educational software
- ELMS
- SAP
- Financial systems
- Data management
- Data entry
- Record keeping
- Cross-platform software
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Google Drive
- Google Docs
- Google Sheets
- Google Calendar
- Google Slides
- Gmail
- Google Forms
- Applicant tracking
- Training design
- Staff training
- Problem resolution
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Detail-oriented
- Employee motivation
- Relationship building
- Product promotion
- Call transfers
- Office organization
- Cash handling
- Transaction auditing
- Account servicing
- Human resources
- Cash handling
- Conflict resolution
- Cash handling
- Documentation skills
- Call transfers
- KYC compliance
- Staff training
Certification
- Typing Certification, 62 words per minute
- R.A.V.E. Training Certification, RAVE Review
Awards
Various Awards, Above and Beyond
Timeline
School Banker-Office Specialist II
Thurman White Academy
12.2024 - Current
Food Service Staff Trainer
Food Service Department
12.2006 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Eldorado High School