Sherry L. Burns
P.O. Box ****
Fernley, Nevada. *9408
775-***-**** Home
775-***-**** Cell
Objective
To obtain a position that will utilize my extensive Human resource,
management, payroll and accounting skills while presenting a challenging
environment and the opportunity to contribute to a successful and positive
work place.
Summary:
Human resource/management experience exceeding 10 years
Extensive accounting experience spanning 15 years
Payroll and timekeeper management exceeding 10 years
Customer service excellence 15 years
Applied knowledge:
HMIS, Client Track, JDE, Mas-90, ADP, Kronos, Lawson, Liberty, First
Advantage, ADT, a variety programs and equipment
Employment:
Lyon County Human
Services
October 2009- Current
Human Service Specialist II
Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Grant, initiated program in Lyon
County implementing HUD guidelines and creating Lyon county policies and
procedures as well as program process for intake, eligibility and service.
Interview and screen prospective clients, obtain information and required
documentation to determine program eligibility. Inform client of program
requirements, policies and procedures and clearly define what is expected
from the participant.
Contact property manager/owner explain program, negotiate rents,deposits,
late fees and securing all required documentation, assist with locating
rent reasonable housing and performing required HUD inspections as needed.
Oversee participants, assisting with resources, budgeting, addressing
issues that may arise, perform assessments every 90 days for continued
assistance and determining household stability.
Voucher rents and utilities per LCHS procedures, reconcile vouchers to
manual reports, HMIS reports, providing monthly reports as well as HUD
quarterly reports for continued funding.
Emergency services program, Interview and screen prospective clients to
establish needs and determine program eligibility and identify additional
resources and make referrals when appropriate.
Identify high risk and emergency situations, submit referrals and required
reports to agency and staff when necessary.
Trex Company Inc. Fernley,
Nevada March
2006-February 2008
Human Resource Assistant III
Human resource manager/Generalist functions including screening of
applicants, interviewing, pre-employment testing, background checks,
collecting eligibility documentation.
Performed all orientations, maintained all HRIS programs as well as Kronos
entries, audits and authorizations for payment by corporate payroll as well
as all benefits administration.
Prepared all unemployment claim responses.
Prepared all documentation for authorization for final checks, bonuses and
reimbursements.
Oversight and staffing of all temporary labor forces exceeding 150 at
times.
Accounting processes using JDE for all human resource, administrative,
logistics, safety and engineering departments.
Visiting Angels Living Assistance Sparks,
Nevada June 2004-March 2006
Staffing coordinator/Human Resource Manager
Responsible for all aspects of Human resources including interviewing,
hiring, orientation, training, reviews, documentation, CPR certifications,
disciplinary issues and terminations.
Manage and schedule 64+ caregivers to insure the highest quality of care
for 220+ elderly and/or disabled clients. Documentation and follow up with
and for State and County agencies, case workers, guardians and insurance
representatives.
Fernley Truck Inn Inc. Fernley,
Nevada
October 1995-July 2004
General manager/Controller
Responsible for overseeing daily operations of a large multi faceted
complex consisting of 8 revenue centers and the maintenance department.
Managed all aspects of the accounting department and staff, daily
reconciliation of all revenue centers and audits to insure continuity and
accuracy prior to final general ledger postings.
Regular audits of A/R (100 thousand +) A/P (300 thousand +) to maximize
cash flow and minimize credit exposure.
Reconciled general ledger and multiple bank accounts, inter-company
accounts through month end closing and generated financial statements for
accountants and share holders.
Managed all human resources aspects, Discrimination, Harassment, disputed
terminations, FMLA, Workers compensation, Labor disputes.
Participated in creating a benefits package for our employees as well as
creating employee hand books.
Worked with risk management on OSHA, SIIS, EPA compliance and participated
on the safety committee.