BARBARA JEAN BURNS
609-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Manahawkin, New Jersey 08050
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience as a billing specialist. Proven track record of consistently exceeding performance standards while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Skilled in customer service, data entry, and researching billing discrepancies.
career objective
skills
• Microsoft Office • Collections Quotas
• Customer Contact • Monthly Billing Management
• Monthly Reconciliations • Fee and Charge Computation
• Mail Sorting and Correspondence • QuickBooks Expertise
• Adding, Calculating and Billing Machines • Manual Processing
• Billing Data Verification • Maintain Records
experience
BILLING SPECIALIST
The Fortress Landscaping, Westfield, New
Jersey
Sep 2020 - Present
Resolved customer inquiries regarding
billing, charges, and payments.
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Verified accuracy of billing data and
revised any errors.
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Maintained accurate and complete
billing system and process.
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Handled escalated cases from
customers regarding billing disputes
professionally.
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CASHIER
Kohls, Manahawkin, New Jersey
Jul 2021 - Nov 2021
Operated cash register and accurately
processed payments, returns, and
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Jun 1984
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
Raritan High School,
Hazlet, New Jersey
education
exchanges.
Maintained cleanliness of the checkout
area by cleaning counters, shelves and
windows.
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Performed opening and closing
procedures, such as counting cash
register, restocking, and cleaning.
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Acme Auto Body, Highland Park, New
Jersey
Feb 2009 - Feb 2013
Maintained files and filing, keeping
sensitive information confidential.
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Answered phone calls, directed inquiries
to appropriate personnel, responded to
customer requests in a timely manner.
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Answered telephones to give
information to callers, take messages, or
transfer calls.
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Provided administrative support to
management staff, including scheduling
meetings and appointments, preparing
agendas, taking minutes, and
maintaining records.
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Developed and maintained filing
systems for confidential documents and
records.
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Managed office supplies inventory and
placed orders when necessary.
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Operated office equipment, such as fax
machines, copiers, and phone systems
and arranged for repairs when
equipment malfunctions.
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Created, maintained and entered
information into databases.
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Scheduled and confirmed appointments
for clients, customers, and supervisors.
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Assisted in the preparation of
presentations using Microsoft Office
Suite applications such as Word, Excel,
PowerPoint .
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Compiled and entered data into various
databases to ensure accuracy and
completeness.
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Maintained database of client contact
information with accuracy and attention
to detail.
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Served as primary point of contact for
facilitating operational and
administrative inquiries.
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Searched for information in company
databases or online to answer questions
or resolve problems.
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Located and attached appropriate files
to incoming correspondence requiring
replies.
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Greeted and screened visitors to direct
to correct employee or office.
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Arranged conference, meeting and
travel reservations for office personnel.
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Established work procedures and
schedules and kept track of daily work
of clerical staff.
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Compiled data from various sources
into organized reports for review by
management team.
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Built and maintained relationships with
vendors and other external contacts.
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Used Microsoft Office Suite to create
and revise documents and
presentations.
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Scheduled and confirmed appointments
for clients or customers.
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MANAGER OF OPERATIONS
Curves for Women, Hazlet, New Jersey
Jun 2000 - Aug 2004
Managed daily operations of the
organization, including directing
personnel, budgeting, planning,
organizing and scheduling activities.
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Prepared staff work schedules and
assigned specific duties.
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Developed and maintained relationships
with customers and vendors for
successful project completion.
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Established work schedules, ensuring
job tasks were effectively assigned and
completed properly.
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Resolved customer issues quickly and
professionally while maintaining high
customer satisfaction ratings.
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Maintained accurate inventory records
while ensuring optimal stock levels at all
times.
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Maintained professional working
relationships and promoted open lines
of communication with staff.
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Monitored customer feedback and
implemented changes as needed to
enhance service quality.
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Provided leadership in developing team
members through coaching, mentoring
and training initiatives.
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Monitored suppliers to efficiently
provide needed goods and services
within budgetary limits.
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Conducted regular staff meetings to
discuss operational issues and provide
feedback on performance.
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Tracked company inventories and
ordered new products to replenish
equipment levels.
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Ensured effective communication
among staff members by providing
training when necessary.
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Resolved conflicts among team
members by providing guidance and
support when needed.
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Oversaw and approved the ordering of
necessary operational supplies and
equipment for grounds, maintenance,
and housekeeping.
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Resolved conflicts between employees
and departments.
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Strategized with leadership to stay
ahead of changing customer needs and
labor planning concerns.
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Developed and implemented
operational strategies to optimize
efficiency, reduce costs, and improve
customer service.
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Created and enforced policies and
procedures to support compliance.
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Evaluated existing systems and
technologies regularly to make sure they
are up-to-date with current best
practices.
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Created detailed reports on operational
performance indicators to track
progress against goals.
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• A Work Out Trainer / Nutrionist
References available upon request
references