Cece Richardson?Telephone: ***/***-****?E-mail: *************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To apply and execute commitment to optimizing customer satisfaction,
company growth/reputation and employee morale in an organization which
provides the platform for a proactive, driven and selfless team player.
BACKGROUND
Successfully managed human resources departments of top rated companies;
Optimized productivity and company growth, Managed offices per Labor and
OSHA Laws and Regulations resulting in accidents and/or injuries reduction;
Maintained solid financial standing; Sustained a high level of
customer/client care and retention; Processed payroll and garnishments per
State and Federal Regulations; Organized corporate events; Resolved
grievances and addressed several universal causes, promoting a positive,
mutual, cultural understanding and acceptance in the workforce;
Transportation Benefits Administration. H1B Visa processing.
SKILLS
Deltek/Costpoint, MS Office Suite; WordPerfect; Legal MacPac; Legal Key;
Internet/Intranet Research and Administration; iManage; DOCS Open; PCDocs;
DeltaView; CompareRite; Elite, CMS; TimeSlips; Facilities and Medical
Coding; QuickBooks; AR/AP; Collections, Bank/Credit Card Reconciliation;
Time & Attendance Management; Equipment/Supply Procurement; Workflow
Distribution/Supervision; Legal Secretarial Management; Facilities
Management; Word Processing; Fleet Administration; Digital/Analog
Dictaphone, Shorthand - 130 wpm.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Manpower Agency & Contractor. Office Manager
September 2008 to Present
. Contract Office Manager for major companies and law firms.
. Administered bank and credit reconciliations; cash management, managed
general ledger.
. Vendor contract management.
Kalijarvi, Chuzi & Newman, Washington, DC. Office Manager
March 2008 to October 2008
. Office and account management.
. Prepared and forwarded monthly client invoices.
. Processed bank and credit card reconciliations; prepared profit and
loss statements.
. Personnel records and client file management; oversaw office
logistics.
. Supervised staff; enhanced positive employee relations; processed
payroll and benefits.
Washington, DC/Eastern Region. HR Director/Manager/Event Planner August
2005 to February 2008
. Contract HR management, facilities management and event planning.
. Recruited/trained managerial and support staff in MSWord.
. Processed payroll/garnishments; management and time and attendance.
. Managed client accounts; processed bank reconciliations; profit & loss
statements; tax filings.
. Successfully processed AR/AP and reconciled aged accounts; managed
travel/expense accounts.
. Brown bag lunch coordinator; vendor contract management; worked
closely with hospitality industry.
Silverberg Goldman & Bikoff, LLP, Washington, DC. Billing Administrator.
January 2001 to July 2005
. Administrated monthly client invoices per retainer agreement ensuring
accurate application of retainer clauses resulting in client retention
and acquisition of new clients; prepared audit letters.
. Resolved domestic and international client issues in a timely manner
with a high success percentage.
. Assisted with process of H1B Visas for foreign exchange legal
students.
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. Provided administrative support to Chairman in absence of secretary.
. Vendor contract management and help desk support to end users.
Freelance Legal Secretary/Trainer. Washington, DC.
August 2000 to December 2000
. Supported Managing and Senior Partners in litigation,
patent/trademark, immigration, domestic, and bankruptcy specialties.
. Interacted with IT personnel to implement new software programs;
deployed help desk assignment.
. Trained support staff in MSWord and WordPerfect; floor support to end
users.
. Interaction with Capitol Hill and Federal Agencies; media contact.
. Proofread and filed Court and FCC documents.
. Maintained active and valuable relationship with building management
ensuring employee safety.
. Event Director; Employee Awards/Incentive Program Coordinator;
effectively resolved employee grievances with a high retention
percentage.
Optimum Credit, Inc., Mitchellville, MD. Human Resources Manager.
August 1994 to May 2000
. Processed credit applications.
. Supervised and trained staff; performed performance appraisals and
salary reviews; resolved grievances.
. Wrote employee policy/relations handbook.
National Capital Systems, Inc. Washington, DC. Human Resources Director.
January 1988 to July 1994
. Developed company policies resulting enhanced productivity, solidified
staff and client retention.
. Maintained positive liaison with building management ensuring
adherence to Labor Laws/OSHA Regulations.
. Successful contract negotiations with various US Government Agencies,
and vendors; collaborated with Controller and Accountants to ensure
company operated per budgetary constraints.
. Oversaw office logistics; relocation/build out.
. Successfully resolved grievances and addressed global issues.
. Supervised payroll/garnishment clerks; implemented Employee Award and
Community Outreach/Mentor Programs.
. Constant interaction with CEO's, Capitol Hill and international
dignitaries and the media.
. Organized gala events; wrote newsletter and press releases.
EDUCATION
Wulfrun College, London, England, B.S. - Business Administration
City College of Chicago through US Army, Europe/Intel Corp., Associate
Degree - Systems Administration
University of Texas through US Army, Europe, Associate Degree - Human
Resources Management
ACHIEVEMENTS
Sustained Superior Performance - Four Time Winner
Employee of the Year - Five Time Winner
Instructor/Counselor at the Learning Annex, Washington, DC
Humanitarian and Citizen of the Year
Editor's Choice Award, Poetry.com
Community Outreach Volunteer