MARTA BURTHOLD
Houston, TX
Tel: 770-***-****
*******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To offer 25+ years of broad-based administrative experience to an
organization that desires a pro-active, self-starter, appreciates a sense
of urgency and plans tomorrow's tasks today. To use my strengths and
knowledge to create effective strategies and processes and exploit my
potential and sense of obligation for fulfilling the goals of the
organization.
STRENGTHS
. Ability to analyze and solve problems in a constantly changing work
environment with proven successful office turnaround strategies.
. Effective communicator, polished telephone, interpersonal and writing
skills.
. Detail-oriented "multi-tasker" and able to balance competing priorities.
. Excellent work ethic and willing to "go the extra mile."
. Highly effective in promoting a positive, productive work environment.
EXPERIENCE
2011 to Present
RE/MAX Westside REALTORS - Houston, TX
Accounting Manager
. Maintain real estate broker software database for one of Houston's top
producing companies.
. Quickly became a trusted supporter to the managing broker in order to
create processes and strategies to assist the independent contractors in
growing their business.
. Efficiently process all fundings of closed transactions to agents.
. Administrator of contractor files, insurance requirements and licenses.
. Orientation of new agent hires, including software training.
. Introduce and strategize time-saving concept of video/webinar of new
agent orientation.
. Forms creation and revision, report and document preparation for agent
development.
. Process staff payroll, quarterly taxes, 1099's, accounts payable and
receivable.
. Maintain working integrity of all office equipment and assist agents
tirelessly.
2005 - 2009
Prudential Signature Realty - Carrollton, GA
Office Manager
. Sole support for Broker and up to 28 real estate agents. Input and
maintenance of listing information and photos into all respective multi-
listing services.
. Instruct new agents on Brand policies and company procedures.
. Conceived and demonstrated Brand tools to build agent client base.
. Formulation of flyers and promotional materials for marketing
objectives.
. Organization, creation, and maintenance of all forms, files, and company
website.
. Implementation of software necessary for reporting and financial
accountability to corporate office.
2002 - 2004
Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP - Columbus, OH
Legal Administrative Assistant
. Support Partner, Senior Associate, Associate and Paralegal for the
largest law firm in Ohio, often assisting additional attorneys during
the absence of assigned staff.
. Numerous administrative tasks requiring excellent time management skills
and confidentiality.
. Input and maintain billable time according to strict guidelines and
deadlines.
. Extensive client interaction and scheduling.
. Maintain daily schedules of assignments.
. Facilitate travel arrangements, prepare itineraries, conference calls,
and meetings.
. Process travel and expense reports.
. Practice areas included business, tax, securities and international law.
2000 - 2002
KAM Solutions, P.C. (Environmental Engineering) - Mattoon, IL
Office Manager
. Responsible for complete restructure of office operations and work flow.
. Facilitate all human resource activities, including payroll, benefits,
medical and worker's compensation, A/R, and A/P.
. Schedule and dispatch of employees to job sites.
. Sensitively handled confidential matters, including disciplinary
proceedings, privileged communications and records.
. Assist in research, creation and implementation of company policy
manual.
. Accountable for all office cash flow and accounting procedures using
QuickBooks.
. Process and track all purchase orders, supplies and shipping requests
for both office and field.
1996 - 1999
Ryan, Bennett, Radloff - Mattoon, IL
Legal Administrative Assistant
. Transcribe and produce legal documents and correspondence following
strict guidelines and formats for a personal injury practice.
. Extensive client and court interaction with respect to scheduling of
appointments and hearings.
. Meticulous record keeping of billable time to client.
. Voluntarily assumed additional responsibilities during staff vacancies.
. Skilled user of legal and medical terminology with a typing speed of 90
wpm.
EDUCATION
High School Graduate - Hoopeston-East Lynn High School, Hoopeston, IL
Business/Accounting
Elective Courses/Continuing Education - Lakeland College, Mattoon, IL
SKILLS
. Skilled user of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel PowerPoint,
Publisher, Outlook), QuickBooks, Yardi (property management software),
LoneWolf (real estate tracking and accounting software)