Lauren Ward 205-***-**** ***********@*******.***
**** ****** *****, ******** ** 35022
Objective
Seeking a career opportunity in the field of finance and accounts within a established organization to contribute to their growth and
excellence by fully utilizing my education, skills and experience .
Education
Miles College
May 2012 Bachelors of Science, Business Administration
Cum Laude
Relevant Coursework: Financial Accounting I & II, Advanced Accounting, Auditing, Corporate Finance, Financial Systems and Economy, Strategic
Management, Managerial Accounting, Professional Research and Writing, and Governmental Accounting
Experience
Wells Fargo Loan Document Specialist (Team Lead) May 2012 – October 2013
Birmingham, AL
• Recognized as top performer in site, consistently meet operating and customer service goals
• Frequently coached co-workers on effective processing skills, trained team members
• Experience processing conforming and non-conforming loan products, including analyzing and validating data
• Time management and organization skills to effectively prioritize multiple objectives and achieve volume goals
• Assisted manager with daily operation tasks
• Audited loans to insure all loans were within compliance
• Handled escalations timely and efficiently to ensure overall customer satisfaction
• Reviewed and analyzed documentation while interpreting policies
• Approved or denied the loan and communicated the decision to the applicant
• Verified and handled confidential material in a ethical manner
• Provided professional communication on all levels for internal and external clients
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites
Volunteer Income Tax Assistant (VITA) Tax Accountant January 2012 – May 2012
Birmingham, AL
• Maximized potential clientele through marketing and advertisement
• Prepared or assist in preparing simple to complex tax returns for individuals or small businesses
• Reviewed financial records such as income statements and documentation of expenditures
• Interviewed clients to get a thorough picture of financial situation
Venturi Staffing (BBVA Compass) Customer Service Representative June 2008 – December 2008
Birmingham, AL
• Delivered superior customer service by consistently providing premier customer satisfaction
• Maintained a position of trust and responsibility by keeping all customer business confidential
• Decipher customer needs and offer the best solution based on proper company policies
• Intermediate skills in computer terminal and personal computer operation
• Basic knowledge of related state and federal banking compliance regulations, and other Bank operational policies
• Intermediate experience, knowledge and training in banking operation activities, terminology and products and services relating to retail
and commercial account customers
• Assisted with reconciling various checking, saving, and overdrawn accounts
Professional Organizations
National Association of Black Accountants (NABA)
References Available Upon Request
Lauren Ward 205-***-**** ***********@*******.***
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
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