Management Manager

TARA HOWIE, MBA

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** ***** ******, *****, *** Jersey 08724 ~ 732-***-****

SUMMARY

To utilize my accounting, legal and administration experience in a challenging work environment. An avid

investigator and thorough researcher with strong attention to details. Solid multitasking, time management, and

organizational skills. Consistently provide excellent client service and confidentiality. Proficient in Microsoft

Office, as well as various legal and accounting software applications.

EDUCATION

Post-Masters Accounting Certificate: Monmouth University, NJ-Anticipated Graduation, 8/2011

Masters of Business Administration: Georgian Court University, NJ

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration: Georgian Court University, NJ

Associates in Applied Science/Paralegal/Business: Ocean County College, Toms River, New Jersey

EXPERIENCE

Drazin and Warshaw, P.C. 1/07-Present

Settlement Administrator

Responsibilities include maintaining the trust and business accounts, including but not limited to accounts payable,

accounts receivable and reconciliation. Prepared income statements, balance sheets, and month-end adjusting

entries. Analyzed end of the month and quarterly reports to assist accountants. Established internal control policies

for audit compliance. Contacted various state and federal agencies to reduce liens on behalf of the clients.

Prepared various court pleadings for Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation matters. Responsible for

compliance with laws and regulations (both internal and external) that apply to the position.

Results:

Applied a new software program which helped in increasing productivity and reduced errors by 65%.

Implemented service and management strategies to improve client satisfaction and streamline processes

and procedures.

B&B Construction, Howell, NJ 1/06-12/06

Operations Manager

Oversaw financial management, planning, systems and internal controls. Management of firm budgets in

coordination with the CEO. Development of individual program budgets. Invoicing to funding sources,

including calculation of completed units of service. Payroll and Benefits management. Performs all

personnel-related functions, such as, annual reviews, salary/rate increases, coaching and training.

Results:

Improved the operational systems, processes and policies to support organizations mission - specifically, to

support better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and

organizational planning.

Played a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational

excellence.

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Law Office of Stephanie Wauters, NJ 5/03-12/05

Estate Administrator/Paralegal

Provided all office support to sole practitioner attorney. Managed and set-up administration of trusts and estates,

including, but not limited to, preparation of Estate tax returns such as Inheritance tax returns and decedent's final

1040 income tax returns. Prepared various court accountings, Refunding Bond and Releases, SS-4, Power of

Attorneys, and Renunciations. Coordinated client service activities, prepared various court pleadings, firm

accounting and billing on a monthly basis.

Results:

Constantly improved client satisfaction that resulted in business growth.

Played a lead role in the development and launch of a small business by developing and creating marketing

literature.

Initiated and identified risks associated with various estate administration procedures to save the clients

money.

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