Yvonne K. Harroun
WhippleWood CPAs
Littleton,CO
27
Years of experience
Administrative and project management professional supporting senior leaders across office operations, client communication, scheduling, budgeting, and vendor coordination. Manages onboarding, events and daily workflow across finance, IT, and service-based environments. Delivers organized follow-through and reliable operational support.
Work History
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
1 Year 10 Months- Coordinated calendars, email, and client communication for partners and client managers.
- Prepared, delivered, and e-filed client tax returns.
- Managed vendor relationships for software, hardware, and insurance services.
- Organized internal and client-facing events to enhance engagement and collaboration.
- Managed client portal access and assisted with troubleshooting issues.
- Coordinated building inspections, landscaping, and maintenance requests.
- Marketing lead and onboarding new clients
Office Manager / Repair Technician
4 Years 4 Months- Oversaw office operations, social media presence, and scheduling to enhance team coordination
- Managed budgets, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy
- Developed office policies and onboarding procedures to streamline processes and improve new hire integration
- Conducted surface repairs on new homes and warranty items
- Collaborated with site managers to ensure project completion
Executive Assistant / Vendor Manager
2 Years- Negotiated contracts, achieving cost savings exceeding $750K for the organization
- Created and managed $4.8M budget and $2.9M capital plan
- Led procurement and vendor relations, enhancing IT department's operational efficiency
- Directed multiple IT deployment projects, ensuring timely and successful completion
Office Manager / Vendor Services
2 Years 1 Month- Oversaw budget management for medical supplies and medications to maintain cost-effectiveness
- Coordinated facility maintenance and vendor services to ensure operational efficiency
- Facilitated patient travel, insurance processing, and scheduling for seamless care coordination
- Supervised staff schedules, payroll, evaluations, and hiring
Executive Assistant / Customer Service / Help Desk
3 Years 10 Months- Maintained 95%+ customer service QA scores through effective support and resolution of customer inquiries
- Coordinated executive calendars and meeting logistics to optimize scheduling and ensure seamless communication
- Executed employee engagement initiatives and event planning to enhance team morale and foster a positive work environment
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
1 Year 1 Month- Coordinated national conferences, enhancing vendor relationships and event success
- Scheduled travel and compiled regional data for accurate reporting
- Managed executive calendars and coordinated meetings for WhippleWood CPAs partners.
- Prepared confidential correspondence, reports, and client documents for WhippleWood CPAs leadership.
- Arranged travel, itineraries, and meeting logistics for senior staff.
Executive Assistant / Project Manager
2 Years 1 Month- Coordinated executives' schedules and travel arrangements to optimize time management
- Managed project timelines and monitored educational requirements to ensure compliance and completion
- Managed executive calendars, meetings, and travel for engineering leadership.
- Prepared correspondence, reports, and presentations for Zachry Engineering executives.
- Coordinated confidential documents and records for senior management support.
Executive Assistant / Firm Administrator
3 Years 2 Months- Managed client accounts and facilitated stock/bond transfers to ensure seamless transactions
- Coordinated travel arrangements for executives and clients to optimize schedules and enhance meeting effectiveness
- Managed executive calendars and coordinated appointments for Summit Brokerage leadership
- Arranged client meetings, travel, and conference logistics across brokerage schedules
- Drafted correspondence, reports, and presentation materials for executive review
Firm Administrator
4 Years 7 Months- Managed HR, payroll, budgeting, and legal documentation to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Filed documents with Secretary of State and LexisNexis to maintain accurate and timely corporate records.
- Oversaw residential property management operations to enhance tenant satisfaction and property value.
Education
- Music Education, Business Management
- Business Management, Sign Language Interpreter
Skills
Project management
Budget planning
Calendar management
Vendor relations
Event management
Financial reporting
Expense management
Contract negotiation
HR functions
Senior leadership support
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Docs proficiency
Financial software expertise
Karbon
AI utilization
Digital communication
Effective communication
Presentation skills
Customer service excellence
Process development
Visual presentation
Notary services
Affiliations
- Vice President of Aurora Police Spouse Association 2020-2022
- Vice President/Secretary of Elbert County Posse/Mounted Patrol 2005-2010
Additional Training
- Global Knowledge - Contract Management Principles and Practices
- Global Knowledge - Vendor Management
- Certified Dr. Usui Reiki Master
Timeline
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
WhippleWood CPAs
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Office Manager / Repair Technician
Final Touch
10.2020 - 02.2025Read More
Executive Assistant / Vendor Manager
HSS, Inc
06.2018 - 06.2020Read More
Office Manager / Vendor Services
DaVita Kidney Dialysis
05.2016 - 06.2018Read More
Executive Assistant / Customer Service / Help Desk
Comcast Cable
05.2012 - 03.2016Read More
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
Columbus Technologies for Bureau of Land Management
08.2010 - 09.2011Read More
Executive Assistant / Project Manager
Zachry Engineering
03.2008 - 04.2010Read More
Executive Assistant / Firm Administrator
Summit Brokerage
01.2005 - 03.2008Read More
Firm Administrator
W. Todd Linville PC
03.2000 - 10.2004Read More
University of Northern Colorado
from Music Education, Business Management
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Aims Community College
from Business Management, Sign Language Interpreter
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