Professional with expert analytical and problem-solving skills and a track record of success in financial management, training, and communications. Have excellent financial, accounting, computer, leadership, organizational, teamwork, and technical writing |
Multifaceted professional who uses keen analytical skills and broad-based leadership expertise to deliver profitable business solutions. Experienced in financial management/control, training, and communications.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Astute problem solver and manager adept at identifying inefficiencies and executing strategies that foster growth.
* Innovative thinker who combines technical expertise and business acumen to optimize efficiency and competitiveness.
* Dynamic achiever who draws from unique background to improve internal operations and customer service.
CAREER EXPERIENCE
THE BANK OF BELEN, Belen, NM, 2000-Present
Accounting Controller
Manage accounting operations for institution with $78 million in assets and 6 branch offices; report to CFO. Direct production of and analyze multiple financial reports and spreadsheets. Administer and sell federal funds and oversee accounting of $12.1 million investment portfolio. Supervise compliance issues and coordinate staff training.
* Managed/sold up to $6 million in funds daily and supported 20% increase in managed assets to $78 million in 1 year.
* Coordinated and conducted training for 50+ employees at 6 branches and ensured government/industry compliance.
* Facilitated 42% portfolio growth to $12.1 million; key in managing funds and up to 28 investment accounts.
* Attained 60% reduction in turnaround time; designed/implemented system that streamlined executive report generation.
* Cut processing time 50% and improved accuracy; researched/instituted high-tech management program in 3 months.
ROGOFF ERICKSON DIAMOND & WALKER, LLP, Albuquerque, NM, 1998-2000
Technical Writer
Wrote/designed printed and electronic communications for state's largest independent accounting firm. Created Web-based venue that streamlined staff training and internal purchasing operations.
* Designed varied communications to secure and maintain major contracts for multimillion-dollar company.
* Launched on-line training and purchasing programs; increased efficiency 50%; created/maintained intranet Web page.
INTERAMERICA BANK (formerly Plaza National Bank), Albuquerque, NM, 1992-1998
Operations Specialist/Supervisor
Principal advisor during critical computer conversion; made recommendations, updated systems, and trained staff. Advanced rapidly from Computer Operator to positions in Operations Management for $7 million organization. Developed/implemented multiple programs and standardized procedures that bolstered/improved operational structure. Generated spreadsheets and analyzed/maintained various executive financial reports.
* Pivotal in turnaround of $2 million firm with negative earnings to $7 million profit center; effectively directed operations.
* Recovered $800K in losses in 3 months and revitalized distressed operation; devised/employed tracking system and controls.
EDUCATION/INTERESTS
BA, Journalism/Advertising, New Mexico State University, 1990, Crimson Scholar graduate with honors.
Enjoy participating in community activities, reading, and playing piano. |
