Accounting Manager
Resume:
Vivian Cox
Cochrane, AB
PH- 403-***-**** or Cell 780-***-****
accm9w@r.postjobfree.com
February 12, 2014
New Start Ventures
Cochrane, Ab
Dear: Margi
Re: Receptionist / Admin
Assistant Position
Please be advised that I wish to apply for the position that you are
currently looking to fill with Amperage Energy Inc. The following is a
list of my skills and experience that I believe would be an asset to this
position.
Education & Experience
Not for Profit Accounting Experience includes: (3 years)
- Created monthly income statement reporting for the Board of Directors
- Created and implemented annual budget for the Board of Directors
- Performed monthly journal entries as required
- Performed monthly bank reconciliations
- Performed all accounting functions A/R, Payables, Payroll for the
organization
- Worked collaboratively with the auditor to prepare for the year end
audit
- Performed all year end journal entries as per auditors request
- Worked with "Simply Accounting Software"
Municipal Government Accounting Experience includes: (9 years)
- Worked as the A/R Clerk for the Town of High Prairie
- Worked as the Tax Clerk for the Town of High Prairie
- Completed the monthly Bank Reconciliation for the Town of High Prairie
- Worked with accounting software such as - Simply, Quick Books
- Worked with Microsoft Word and Excel Spread Sheets
Communication
I exhibit strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, and am an
active listener. I build trust through demonstrated objectivity and
consistency in all responsibilities. I have gained the commitment of
staff by working together to achieve common goals
Team Player
I understand and appreciate the effectiveness of working with others in
an organization. I promote teamwork in seeking solutions and moving
toward the future. I have a willingness to learn from others. I am able
to be a team builder, and a team member, within an organization, and
the community in which I work.
If you have any questions or concerns in regards to my resume or cover
letter, please feel free to contact me at 403-***-**** or 780-***-****.
Sincerely:
Vivian Cox
. 9 years of experience in Municipal Government Accounting
. 3 years of experience in Not for Profit Accounting
. Demonstrated skills in Financial Management of "Not for Profit"
organizations
. Consistently achieved annual surplus in "Not for Profit"
organizations
( Supervisory Skills
. Team Building Skills
. Accounting skills
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DUTIES
. Developed a Business Relocation Guide
. Marketed the organization to businesses in the community
. Marketed the Community to potential developers
. Assisted with planning and organizing activities within the
community
to market assisting businesses within the community ( Trade
Show, Business Directory)
. Human Resource specialist for team of employees
. Motivated staff to set and achieve goals
. Organized a Board of Directors to set goals
. Positively had staff buy into organizational goals
. Designated spokes- person for the organization
. Maintained a positive relationship with other businesses in the
community
. Communicated organizational goals to staff and Board of
Directors
. Worked effectively independently, and as a team player
. Worked closely and effectively with a Board of Directors
A ACCOUNTING CLERK : AR / CASH RECEIPTS/ TAX CLERK /
DEVELOPMENT C
CLERK
. Collecting front counter cash receipts
. Billing & collecting all outstanding accounts receivable
. Communicating effectively with difficult customers
. Maintaining & Balancing GL monthly
. Working effectively within the limits of an annual budget
. Assisting the Development Officer
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. - Grande Prairie College 1995-1997
Qualifications Gained: Diploma in Business Administration
Awards Received: - Sharon Bell Memorial Award
- Most Profound Two Year Growth Award
LOCAL GOVERNMENT - University of Alberta 2002
Qualifications Gained: Certificate in Local Government
Administration
COMMUNITY ECONOMI DEVELOMENT TRAINING -Economic
Developers Alberta
Qualifications Gained: 7 CEDTP Courses completed
PR
PROJECT LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE - NAIT 2013
PROFICIENT IN - Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, Simply, Quick
Books, Internet, Social Media
STONY PLAIN & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - Stony Plain, Alberta
Executive Director (January 2010 - June 2013)
. Performed all accounting functions for the organization
. Created monthly income statement reporting for the Board of
Directors
. Created and implemented annual budget for the Board of
Directors
. Performed monthly journal entries as required
. Performed monthly bank reconciliations
. Performed all accounting functions A/R, Payables, Payroll for
the organization
. Worked collaboratively with the auditor to prepare for the year
end audit.
. Performed all year end journal entries as per auditors request
. Overseen the day to day operations of the organization
. Networked and maintaining relationships with business leaders
within the community
. Maintained active partnerships with community leaders
. Achieved consistent annual budget surplus
. Developed a "Business Relocation Publication" Guide for the
Chamber of Commerce
. Encouraged staff to set goals, and work consistently in
achieving goals
MARIGOLD ENTERPRISES - High Prairie, Alberta
Executive Director (August 2007 - August 2009)
. Started a Marketing plan for the organization.
. Oversaw the day to day operations of the organization
. Supervised a team of 18 employees
. Prepared Board agendas
. Worked well with the Board of Directors
. Sourced & Applied for Available Grant Funding
TOWN OF HIGH PRAIRIE - High Prairie, Alberta
Tax Clerk (March 1999 - August 2007)
. Responsible for collection of outstanding tax receivables
. Supervision of staff when supervisor was away
. Responsible for mailing annual assessment & tax notices
. Responsible for balancing and maintaining tax GL
. Communicating effectively through both written and oral
correspondence
Vivian
Development Assistant (March 2000 - May 2002)
Responsible for assisting Development Officer with:
. Compiling MPC Agenda Packages, as required
. Recording Secretary for all MPC meetings
. Assisting with developing new Municipal Development Plan
. Managing timelines and scheduling
Cash Receipts Clerk / Accounts Receivable Clerk (March 1998- March
1999)
. Responsible for collection of all daily cash receipts
. Responsible for monthly billing of all accounts receivable
accounts
. Providing Back-up for Office Manager/Treasurer in her absence
. Performing Journal Entries when needed
Other Achievements:
. Drastically reduced outstanding receivables in the tax GL while
working for the Town of High Prairie. This was due to
outstanding collections of property taxes. Auditors noted the
drastic reduction from one year to another and commented in
their annual review to Council.
Volunteer Activities:
Currently volunteer at a local school in Cochrane
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Vivian Cox
43 Sunset Point Cochrane, Alberta T4C-0B3 PH: 403 -932-4022
780-***-**** E-mail: accm9w@r.postjobfree.com
Administration
Accounting, Administrator, Executive Director
Core Competencies
Professional Skills and Experience
Vivian Cox
43 Sunset Point, Cochrane, Alberta T4C-0B3 PH: 403-93
43 Sunset Point, Cochrane, Alberta T4C-0B3
PH: 403-***-****
Vivian Cox
1279 Westerra Cr Stony
Plain, Alberta T7Z-0B2
Education and Training
Work Experience
Vivian Cox
43 Sunset Point, Cochrane, Alberta T4C-0B3 PH: 403-***-****
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