Connie F. Jones
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202-***-**** (h) . ********@*******.***
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EXPERIENCE
POTOMAC ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY (PHI), Washington, DC March 1999 -
September 2009
Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst
. Reconciled corporate bank statements to the general ledger and wrote
accounting procedures for general ledger accounts such as unclaimed
property and prepaid insurance.
. Reviewed quarterly balance sheet fluctuations noted by external
auditors.
. Ensured compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act controls and procedures in
areas of responsibility.
. Prepared required quarterly checklist for the Controller's Finance
Group. Mastered application of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
(FERC) requirements in maintaining general ledger accounts, accessing
both internal and external resources to research and write procedures.
. Developed quarterly FERC reports for various corporate entities.
. Assisted with escheatment of unclaimed property in several states.
. Oversaw monthly compact journal entries by team members and prepared
journal entries on respective accounts.
. Recorded supporting information for all journal entries; entered all
journal entries into the accounting software.
. Created recurring journal entries, assisted auditors with journal
entry examinations.
. Verified accuracy of work by Accountants and Accounting Clerks and
stepped in as Acting Supervisor when needed.
. Assisted with budget, audits and special assignments.
. Distributed corporate bank statements to internal departments.
. Analyzed accounts and prepared weekly, monthly and annual reports.
Interfaced with internal customers including Treasury, cashiers,
Accounts Payable and Payroll, and external customers including banks,
auditors and state officials. Utilized software spreadsheet
applications and online SAP computer programs to manage data.
Burrville Elementary DC Public School, Washington, DC August
2011 - August 2013
Administrative Officer
. Assisted principal, administration, school nurse, custodians,
teachers, students and parents with daily activities, such as:
monitored students during arrival and dismissal.
. Screened, and handled telephone calls, emails, regular mail, and
correspondence (both electronic and hard copy), and drafted replies or
directed to the respective staff for follow up.
. Responsible for school calendar management, drafting correspondence,
typing memos, designing, and editing presentations in Word and Excel.
. Assisted with ordering supplies for staff, supplies for equipment,
including maintenance and repairing of office equipment.
. Coordinated logistics small and large from securing meeting room space
to beverage and food and identifying equipment requirements.
. Attended and participated in monthly faculty meetings, and followed up
on any action items.
. As Registrar of school, completed daily attendance and weekly
attendance reports.
. Attended weekly Registrar Sync Meeting and periodic training, such as:
Pre-Yet (Year End Transition).
. Assisted Attendance counselor with Truancy Letters, weekly CFSA
Referrals and/or Court Referrals.
. Assisted CFSA (Child and Family Services Administration) with
attendance and progress reports.
. Participated in Annual Student Audit.
. Monitored the SAF (Student Account Fund).
. Reconciled monthly bank statements using Quicken software package.
. Assisted teachers with gaining DC STARS Logons and Report Card
Training.
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. Participated in Annual Student Early Enrollment and maintain new
student lottery database.
. Coordinated the Impact AID Survey annual report, disseminate and
intercepted forms.
. Assisted with Paced Interim Assessments and DC CAS Testing.
. Assisted with school activities, such as: Back to School Night,
Picture Day, and seasonal festivals.
. Utilized software applications to manage data and other duties as
assigned.
Ballou STAY DC Public High School, Washington, DC October
2010 - August 2011
Administrative Officer
. Assisted Principal, Administration, teachers and student with teacher
observations, typed correspondence, and other related school
activities.
. Coordinated receipt and dissemination of information for EDP (External
Diploma Program) satellite sites.
. Assisted Principal and EDP Coordinator with Impact Staff Assessments.
. Attended and made presentations at monthly and quarterly staff and
faculty meetings.
. Participated in the School Personnel Hiring Committee.
. Participated in Annual Student Audit.
. Monitored the SAF (Student Account Fund).
. Reconciled monthly bank statements using Quicken software package.
. Participated in student audit reviews, and purged students with
excessive absences, attended student truancy meetings and home visits.
. Assisted Senior Class Advisors with monthly meetings, fundraisers,
newsletter, rehearsals, and graduation.
. Worked with local volunteer agencies to beautify school, such as:
Hands on DC and George Washington University MLK Service Day.
. Utilized software spreadsheet applications and online DC STARS
computer programs to manage data.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
NEWSEUM, Washington, DC May 2010 -
October 2010
. Assisted with greeting and directing customers of the museum.
. Worked in the administrative office to assist with completing tasks,
such as: typing, filing, and organizing training material.
MARTIN LUTHER KING LIBRARY, Washington, DC January 1999 -
2009
. Taught computer classes to adult learners, as many as 30 students.
. Allowed the library to meet and exceed citywide statistical goals in
the area of information technology training.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration in Management
Southeastern University, Washington, DC
SKILLS
. Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Lotus Notes,
types 50 WPM.
. SAP, Lotus 1-2-3, DC STARS, QuickBooks.
. Goal oriented and ability to handle multiple tasks.
. Strong take-charge, proactive approach with an eye for detail.
. Strong communication skills, strong attention to detail.
. Flexibility, problem-solving skills, strong willingness to learn and
proactive approach.
. Confidentiality on all business matters.
. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse range
of people.
. Ability to remain energetic and positive in a fast paced environment.
. Friendly, approachable demeanor.