Jocelyn Pryor
**** ******* ***** . ***********, ** 29485
843-***-**** . abi588@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
Position in a professional setting that draws on strengths in organization,
efficient multi-tasking and various computer skills.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Accomplished professional with executive-level experience in nonprofit
management; consistent success in providing guidance to Executive Board of
Directors. Write, develop and present sophisticated presentations to future
clients, donors and volunteers. Skillfully perform broad range of account
reconciliation and accounting functions. Handle special projects while
carrying out daily responsibilities. Respond effectively in response to
adversity, such as budget/staffing shortfalls and grant cutbacks. Hold BBA
in Accounting; minor in Psychology.
WORK HISTORY
The Guest House, Inc., Gainesville, GA 2005- 2010
Executive Director, Adult Day Health and Activity Center, 2005-August 2010
Oversaw implementation of all facility activities at nonprofit adult day
health care facility; delegated duties to department heads. Controlled
annual operating budget $460K. Developed, implemented, and evaluated
policies, procedures, and performance standards. Supervised 15
associates. Coordinated in-service training programs and conducted
employee appraisals. Created job descriptions for staff members,
volunteers, and interns. Managed initial orientation process and
participated in Board of Director meetings.
. Assessed staffing needs, coverage requirements, and budgetary
constraints to extend service hours from 8 hours to 10.5 hours per
day and accommodate staff members' scheduling needs. Expanded hours
boosted enrollment and increased caregiver satisfaction.
. As clients failed to pay invoices on-time, established client
payment procedures and developed client pre-payment tracking
system. Lessened staff workload and realized significant reduction
in bad
debt loss.
Financial/Office Manager, 2005
Prepared monthly financial statements; presented findings to Executive
Director and Board of Directors. Performed accounts payable (A/P)
functions. Processed bi-weekly payroll and tax payments. Reconciled bank
and financial accounts to general ledger. Prepared monthly billings for
Alzheimer's Grant, USDA, SOURCE, and Community Care Cost Share. Developed
Financial Office Procedures manual and assisted in revising all internal
forms.
. Researched claims previously denied from Medicaid Waiver programs.
Collected more than $3K after claims were resubmitted and approved.
Hall-Dawson CASA Program, Gainesville, GA 2003-2005
Advocacy Coordinator
Managed database housing donation and volunteer information. Reported
monthly/quarterly/yearly program activity statistics to Executive
Director. Addressed inquiries from potential volunteers and wrote press
releases. Maintained accurate, detailed financial records. Coordinated
with fundraising and publicity committees to plan special events. Served
on Partners In Prevention and United Way 2-1-1 committees.
. Produced quarterly newsletter distributed to roughly 3,200
community members.
. Coordinated volunteer recruitment campaign for 10-week, bi-annual
training program.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, Continued
Wells Fargo Bank, Various Locations 1998-2000
Trust Assistant, Seattle, WA, 1999-2000
Processed daily transactions and maintained control records in alignment
with policy guidelines. Assisted trust and financial advisors in
administering accounts and resolving clients' issues. Addressed
operational matters concerning moderately complex trust accounts.
Prepared client court accountings on annual basis; partnered with
attorney to file with court system.
Personal Banking Officer / Assistant Branch Manager, Lynnwood, WA, 1998-
1999
Sourced new clients while cultivating existing customer base. Sold
various bank products and services. Processed daily transactions and made
certain that branch met operational compliance standards.
World Gym, Corporate Office, Redmond, WA 1997-1998
Accounting Assistant
Prepared and reconciled daily deposits for four gym locations and seven
personal training accounts. Maintained AP and general ledger records.
Assisted in managing bi-weekly payroll operations.
Prior to 1997, served as Resident Director with Piedmont College in
Demorest, GA; managed residence hall housing 100 students.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, & CIVIC INVOLVEMENT
Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting; Minor in Psychology
North Georgia College - Dahlonega, GA
Completed training sessions related to Alzheimer/Dementia Care.
Leadership roles:
Treasurer, Community Council On Aging
Campaign Cabinet Member, United Way of Hall County
Member, Executive Director Coalition
Elder, First Presbyterian Church
Recording Secretary and Newsletter Publisher, Children's Ministry Council
PowerPoint Presentation Developer, Future Planning Team
Member, Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County
Volunteer experience:
Meals on Wheels
Deacon, First Presbyterian Church
Mission Trip Fundraiser, Youth Ministry Council
Outreach Committee Member, Coordinator for Angel Tree Campaign
AmeriCorps
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Publisher; and Peachtree Accounting.