Dora Perez
Education:
University of Texas - Austin Graduated - May 2001
B.A. Government and A.A. Business/Spanish
Professional Skills:
> Bilingual - The ability to comprehend and read Spanish fluently.
> Communication - Detailed presentation and well-enunciated orator.
Ability to conduct meetings with ease and professionalism through
experience and courses.
> Computer Literate - Proficient navigational ability to search and
utilize the internet and knowledge in the following software programs:
Outlook, Microsoft Word & Works, Word Perfect, Aldus Pagemaker,
Powerpoint, Holiday Inn Encore 12.05/39 Encore II, Epitome,
Galaxy/Lightspeed, SAP, Timesaver, Unifocus, Oracle, Kronos and
Ultipro, Birchstreet, HR Smart
Work Experience:
June 2009 to January 2010
HR Coordinator
Omni Austin Southpark
4140 Governor's Row; Austin, TX 78744
The role of HR Coordinator is oversee hourly recruitment, maintenance of
associate files, spearhead associate functions, maintain associate's
informed, oversee an intern and provide support for the Director of
Associate Service Centers.
> Monitor & maintain Job Postings via hard copy, job line and internet
> Review applicants online via HR Smart and respond accordingly
> Conduct Prescreening interviews with potential applicants
> Schedule Interviews for department heads
> Conduct Background Checks, Drug Test and Employment & Professional
References for potential applicants
> Log Applicant Flow for all hard-copy applications
> Process new hire paperwork (i.e. W-4, I-9, direct deposit, check card)
> Maintain HR calendar via hard copy to all departments and important
meetings via outlook, update bulletin board with
> Monthly compliance & monitoring of Standard Operating Procedures and
Communicate with other department heads and associates over Standard
Operating Procedures (i.e. New Hire Paperwork for department, training
logged)
> Monthly compliance of State Certificates for associates (i.e. TABC, TX
Food Handlers Permit)
> Maintain checkbook, order supplies & ensure funds are spent
appropriately, and prepare for End of Month Accruals
> Plan and host associate events (i.e. Quarterly Rally, Pool Party,
Joint Pool party)
July 2008 to May 2009
Accounting Manager
Sheraton
701 East 11th St
Austin, TX 78744
The role of Accounting Manager is oversee and manage the daily financials
of the hotel, lead and manage a team of 3 associates, and provide support
for the Director of Finance.
> Prepare Daily Report and properly account for revenue dollars and
stats.
> Daily Preparation of Routing Packet & Labor Report
> Participate in inventory, Balance Accounts on Daily Ledger, and
Payroll Accrual for End of Month Closing
> Monthly compliance & monitoring of Standard Operating Procedures and
Communicate with other department heads and associates over Standard
Operating Procedures
> Hire, train and evaluate the performance of the accounting staff
> Supporting role and fill-in to General Cashier/Accounts Payable,
Accounts Receivable, and Income Audit positions
> Create & Provide training material for other departments with aspects
to Accounting
January 2008 to July 2008
General Accountant
Sheraton
701 East 11th St
Austin, TX 78744
The role of General Accountant is to conduct the daily audit of hotel
revenue and tax reconciliation and provide support to the Accounting Team.
> Prepare Daily Report and properly account for revenue dollars and
stats.
> Reconcile Hotel Occupancy, Sales Tax and Tax Exemptions
> Research and Maintain Credit Card Chargebacks and Credits issued to
cards
> Assists in monthly inventory and end of month closing procedures
> Handle guest inquiries
May 2005 to January 2008
Assistant Director of Finance
Omni Austin Southpark
4140 Governor's Row
Austin, TX 78744
The role of Assistant Director of Finance is to manage the daily financials
of the hotel, lead and manage a team of 4 associates, and provide support
for the Director of Finance.
> Daily reconciliation of Depository account
> Prepare schedule, conduct accrual meetings, participate in inventory,
create journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliation for End of
Month Closing
> Prepare and Conduct 1-hour training sessions and feedback meetings per
month.
> Monthly compliance monitoring of Standard Operating Procedures and
Communicate with other department heads and associates over Standard
Operating Procedures
> Hire, train and evaluate the performance of the auditing staff
> Supporting role and fill-in to General Cashier, Accounts Receivable,
Accounts Payable, and Income Audit positions
May 2002 to May 2005
Controller
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
3855 IH 35 N
San Antonio, TX 78219
The role of Controller is to manage the financial operations of a
centralized hotel, lead and manage one associate and assist the General
Manager.
> Processed weekly Payroll
> Responsible for Accounts Receivable duties of maintaining direct bill
accounts, compiling invoices, making collection calls and posting
payments
> Ensured Tax Reconciliation maintained within $10 variance
> Prepared and Processed Documents for End of Month Close
> Ensured Compliance of Hotel Management Internal Controls
May 2001 to May 7, 2002
Accounting/Human Resources Coordinator
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
3855 IH 35 N
San Antonio, TX 78219
The role of Accounting/Human Resources Coordinator is to perform income
audit, duties, accounts payable, employment/recruitment and provide
assistance to the Controller.
> Prepared Daily Revenue Report and Daily Cash Deposit
> Performed Accounts Payable duties of invoice coding and inputing
> Prepared and Conducted New Hire Orientation/Paperwork
> Administered Benefits and Maintained Employee Personal Files
> Prepared a monthly Employee Newsletter
June 1997 to April 2001
Front Desk Manager
Holiday Inn Hotel
2950 North 123 Bypass
Seguin, TX 78155
Duties included but not limited to: checking guests in and out,
correspondence with guests at risk, room and banquet reservations,
scheduled employees, conducted staff meetings, meeting/banquet room set-up
and occasion decorator.
Accomplishments:
* September 2008 Certificate of Outstanding Achievement - Sheraton
* 2007 Hospitality Manger of the Year Nomination
* 2006 Manger of the Year - Omni Austin Southpark
* 2006 Manager of the Quarter - Omni Austin Southpark
* July 2004 Certificate of Appreciation for helping housekeeping
in their time of need
* December 2003 Certificate of Appreciation for doing a great job
on the Employee Christmas Party
* April 2003 Certificate of Appreciation for going beyond the call
of duty during the April 2003 computer Crash
* January 2002 Employee of the Month - Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites