Karen M. Truesdale

Oak Lawn, IL ***** 708-***-**** ac14d9@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualifications

Motivated and detail-oriented administrative professional with 20+ years’ experience.

Office Management

Financial Administration

Human Resources

Daily Operations

Effective Communicator

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Systems Implementation

Accounts Payable/Receivable

Quickbooks Proficiency

Vendor Relations

Annual Audit Support

Financial Statements

Time-Off Management

Payroll

ADP Proficiency

Unemployment

Pension Program Oversight

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant to Director Chicago Ridge Park District, Chicago Ridge, IL 2008 to Present

Manager of day-to-day office activities with keen attention to detail and focus on customer service.

Led creation of consolidated accounts receivable system, centralizing submission process and creating business efficiencies.

Oversee accounts payable, including vendor relations and negotiations, for 100+ monthly payments.

Manage payroll activities for 85 employees, including sick leave, vacation, and unemployment.

Supervise employee pension plan for district by monitoring accounts, directing questions to appropriate contacts, and working with bank representatives, as needed.

Legal Assistant, ASB Meditest, Chicago, IL 1984 to 1995

Supported attorney in nearly 200 cases regarding denied insurance coverage for home health care.

Supervised paralegal.

Helped prepare court cases by working closely with lawyer and staff nurse.

CERTIFICATES

Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Certified Authorized Agent

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