PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A highly motivated independent self-starter who meets project deadlines and
requirements while performing multiple tasks within fast-paced environments.
Flexible to rapidly and appropriately respond to changing circumstances by
evaluating problems to make astute decisions in order to effect positive change
and refocus on new priorities. Recognized as the go-to person for a broad
range of issues and concerns. Professionally assessed as a natural born
team player with the ability to put people at ease by using an indirect style of
communication that is both engaging and effective. Core comprehension includes
existing resources to significantly cut internal business operating expenses.
Detail and dedication describe my work ethic.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Contract Administration/Compliance/Change Order Management
Project Management
GAAP A/R, A/P, Collections, Budgeting
Highly Analytical
Quality Control, Research, and HR Practices (including Payroll and Benefit
Administration)
Organizational and Problem Solving Skills
Microsoft Office Applications
Team Environment Contribution
Rose proved to be one of the most conscientious and hard-working associates
that I have worked with in many years. Her attention to detail, dedication to her
job, and positive attitude helped to make her a leader and an example for her
peers and a tremendous asset to our company.
-Nancy Word, VP E-Merging Markets, Computer Sciences Corporation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Signal International, LLC, Pascagoula, MS Jan 2008 Nov 2008
Contract Administrator
Responsibilities included administration of Change Order Management for two
shipyards in MS and TX. Created policy and procedures to limit exposure and/or
loss to the organization; negotiate contracts and composite rate analysis;
Statement of Work development. Interfaced with Estimating, Engineering, and
Production. Executed compliance for US Defense Contracts through knowledge and
understanding of IPDARS and DFAR/FAR requirements. Supported Project Management
in capturing out-of-scope work resulting in a gain of millions in revenue to
increase the target cost of CPIF contract.
WillStaff, Mobile, AL Legal Secretary Temporary assignment at Miller,
Hamilton, Odom, and Snider 2007
R&L Brosamer, Inc., Walnut Creek, CA Nov 2004 Jan 2006
Field Office Manager/Project Coordinator
Roseville, CA I-80/Douglas Interchange Project ($35 Million) for the CA
Department of Transportation. Responsible for assisting the Project Manager,
Engineers, Superintendent and all field personnel. Duties included heavy job
costing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, new hire dispatch and
orientation, drug testing; processing insurance claims, and ensuring accident and
incident reports were properly documented; purchasing supplies (office and
safety) and equipment instrumentation; billing State under multiple force
accounts, change orders, extra work, etc.; certified payroll; recording and
archiving all incoming and out going correspondence; interfaced with Union
Business Officials (depositions); compose transmittals, compiled submittals,
responded to RFI 's; Change Order Management.
InfoPros/Oracle, Inc., Seattle, WA Feb 2004 - Oct 2004
Accounting/Human Resource Specialist/Contract Compliance
Ensure timely payment of vendor invoices and expense vouchers; maintain accurate
records, and control reports; reconcile bank and investment retirement accounts;
manage collection activities, follow-up inquiries, negotiate past due accounts;
audit methods and procedures of accounts receivable to improve efficiency; manage
processing of payroll data to ensure computing, withholding, and deductions
associated with net pay is accurate; organize, review and respond to forms
associated with federal, state and local authorities; supervise the collection of
employee information for statistical reporting purposes; administrate employee
benefit enrollment and terminations; responsible for confidential and time
sensitive material; prepare routine and advanced correspondence; report directly
to the CFO. Duties also included recruiting and contract administration, public
and private.
Automotive Service Councils of California, Sacramento, CA May 2002 - Mar 2003
Office Manager
Oversee general management of state office. Full charge bookkeeper, managed
invoice, billing, and collections, month-end financials, budgeting, and payroll
processing.
Replaced all H/W and S/W systems increasing efficiency and significantly
reducing overhead and expenses.
Increased profit center revenue by 7.5 %
Computer Sciences Corporation Sept 2000 - Jan 2002
Financial Services Group, Austin, TX
Executive Assistant/Project Management Support/Financial Analyst
Location: Woodland Hills, CA
Provided high-level project and administrative support for over 200
internationally diverse staff members, several senior executives and third party
contractors involved in the development and launch of a $100 million hardware and
software platform implementation. Responsible for preparation and approval of 10
to 16 simultaneous project expense and labor invoices ranging $1M to $2.5M
monthly, aging reports, contracts and agreements. Performed general financial
analysis, loss prevention and human resource coordination; authored the
Client-site HR Orientation Guide (converted to Power Point for on-line viewing).
Event planner, travel coordinator, meeting moderator and minute keeper.
Maintained a restricted and confidential on-line project library/depository.
Successfully reduced aging of receivables from 120+ to [30 days.
Contract Assignments, Los Angeles, CA Aug 1998 - Sept 2000
Aegis Medical Systems, Inc., West Covina Executive Assistant
Cooperative of American Physicians, Los Angeles Human Resources
Coordinator
RONCO Inventions, LLC, Chatsworth Executive Assistant to COO/HR Manager
VTN West Engineering, Van Nuys, CA Executive Assistant
Trumark Real Estate and Mgmt Services, Glendale, CA Aug 1996 - Aug 1998
Executive Assistant to CEO
Negotiated and maintained 2,000 unit commercial and multi-family dwelling
insurance portfolio.
Property Manager/Leasing Agent, Greater Los Angeles Area 1995 2001
On-site property manager for 17 to 101 unit properties. Conducted duties such as
maintenance and repair, leasing, evictions, rent collection, court hearings, etc.
American National Insurance Company, Galveston, TX Jan 1992 - May 1995
Customer Service Rep/Claims Examiner
Appointed by Vice President to lead in audits, investigations, training, and
revenue recovery/collections (in excess of $100,000 per month).
SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
AS400, Oracle, Hyperion, Peachtree, Timberline, Peoplesoft, MicroSoft Office
Suites 2007, Access, Excel, Power Point, Expedition, Experian, QuickBooks Pro,
Business Works Gold, Primavera, SiApps, Citrex, Goldmine, Outlook, Lotus Notes,
Crystal Reports, and several payroll processing programs, i.e., ADP, PayChex,
Ceridian
TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS
Attended The Graceland Center for Professional Development
Attended Dun & Bradstreet Business Education - The Successful Assistant
Attended SkillPath Seminars Excelling as a 1st Time Manager or Supervisor
(2008)
Business Works Gold Certified System Manager (2002) G/L, A/R, A/P,
Payroll
Fisher-Maritime Contract Management and Change Order Management (US Defense
Construction, Repair & Design) Certified (2008)
OSHA Certified (2008)
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
The Mississippi Press News Room Correspondent Free Lance (2007 2008)
Trained in Associated Press (AP) style reporting.
Tierra West Land Developers Land Acquisitions, San Luis Obispo County, CA
Acquired several key properties to the development through proposals and
negotiation. Solicited bids for single family home construction and the
completion of 2 miles of roadway leading to and from the development site.
Coordinated efforts with the County Planning and Building Departments to meet
their requirements and agreement on CC and R 's. Negotiated the sale of private
power lines to PG&E.
EDUCATION
Galveston College, Galveston, TX 1993 1994
Dean 's List 4.0 GPA
Thornewood University, DLC June 2002
BA in Business Administration
REFERENCES
Available Upon Request
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