Administrative Assistant Sales

Cara Jean Harris

626-***-**** ********@*********.***

SUMMARY:

Experienced Administrative Assistant, known for exceptional attention

to detail and thoroughness. Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook,

PowerPoint, the Internet, and various computer programs. Able to type

70wpm. Experienced in managing multiple projects and maintaining

flexibility in a fast-paced environment. Developed outstanding

relationships with all levels within an organization. Able to handle

sensitive and confidential information.

EXPERIENCE:

ELITE FINANCIAL SERVICES-Covina, California

February 2010-Present

Administrative Assistant (part-time)

. Proofread financial reports, letters, marketing brochures, and

various documents.

. Compiled audit reports for peer review evaluation.

. Performed various administrative duties, including answering

telephones and mail distribution.

RSM McGladrey-Pasadena, California

October 2005-January 2010

Word Processor/Proofreader

. Typed and proofread a variety of documents, including financial

reports, proposals, illustrative materials and presentations,

technical material, letters, statistical tables, forms, and

other printed materials.

. Coordinated workflow in Report Department, prioritizing

assignments to ensure timely completion of documents and guiding

the work of other staff that produce these documents.

. Maintained job log of all assignments, keeping track of each

stage of production.

. Managed department in the absence of supervisor, coordinating

multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines and

maintaining consistency with department standards.

. Provided training to new employees in department to ensure

compliance with firm standards.

. Interacted with auditors to ensure accuracy of text.

. Performed administrative duties, including the assembly of

documents for delivery to clients as well as reception duty,

ordering supplies for department, and providing assistance where

needed.

K.L. CARVER SCHOOL-San Marino, California

September 2004-October 2005

Instructional Assistant (part-time)

. Daily interaction with faculty and students on playground during

lunch, recess, and afterschool pick-up.

. Assisted teachers in the classroom, supervising students.

. Performed administrative duties in preparation of classroom

materials for all teachers and staff, including duplication of

class assignments, tests, and newsletters, as well as answering

telephones and filing paperwork.

LAKE AVENUE CHURCH-Pasadena, California June

2000-June 2004

Administrative Coordinator

. Actively involved in Mothers of Pre-Schoolers program,

coordinating activities with administration, volunteers, and

program participants.

. Provided valuable services that organization could not acquire

due to budgetary constraints, including classroom set-up, class

assignments, and hiring daycare workers.

. Coordinated childcare for 100+ children, enabling attendees to

be fully engaged in programs.

Cara Jean Harris

626-***-**** ********@*********.***

EXPERIENCE (continued):

CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY-Pasadena, California

March 1997-August 1999

Marketing/Administrative Coordinator

. Performed all duties in the production of marketing materials to

promote 14 of 28 executive education programs at the Industrial

Relations Center.

. Proofread all brochure copy prior to printing and distribution.

. Interacted with vendors, graphic designer, printer, mailing

house, and service bureau, keeping each phase of production on

schedule.

. Authorized all payments to vendors for marketing expenditures

incurred in production of brochures.

. Analyzed quarterly enrollment for future programs, maximizing

attendance and program revenue.

. Prepared competitive analysis for marketing future courses.

. Interacted with course attendees, from initial registration to

determining needs and customer satisfaction, including follow-up

upon completion of programs.

KKLA Radio-Glendale, California September

1994-March 1997

Administrative Assistant

. Assistant to General Sales Manager, performing administrative

duties for the Marketing Department.

. Primary support for seven account executives, compiling and

analyzing radio research data, providing critical information

for successful marketing proposals.

. Designed marketing one-sheets, greatly enhancing sales reps'

ability to obtain new contracts.

. Responsible for proper documentation and execution of all sales

contracts.

EDUCATION:

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA-Business Administration, emphasis

in Marketing.

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