Sharon McFarland

P.O. Box ****, Missouri City, TX 77459 ad39vb@r.postjobfree.com 281-***-****

Successful professional with a strong background in project management, accounting, and administration. Adept at effectively utilizing resources, slashing project expenses, and developing viable, well-researched budgets. Creative problem solver with a strategic mindset and ability to perform within tight deadlines. Precise professional with stellar communication, team leadership, and computer skills.

Highlights of Expertise

Business Development

Inventory Control/Warehouse

Customer Service

Office Administration

Supply Chain/Procurement

Nvision – Oracle

Budgeting / Forecasting

Payroll Processing

PeopleSoft / Hyperion

Reporting and Tracking

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting / Financial Analysis

Metersmart – Olameter

Smartview

SMM TRIANGLE, LLC, July 2022 (present) - Property Management Entrepreneur, Missouri City, TX

Operates, controls, maintains, and oversees real estate and physical properties in the Galveston, Fort Bend & Grimes Counties.

A Better Homecare Provider Services – Provider, Houston, TX November 2021 – July 2022

Performed various patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort for the patient.

Key Achievements:

Assisted physicians and other nursing staff members with procedures as appropriate.

Performed various direct patient care activities under the direction of licensed patient care providers; Communicated information with patient care providers and other nursing staff members to facilitate patient care.

Performed tasks and procedures as ordered by the physician or licensed provider consistent with approved protocols, policies, and procedures.

UT Health – The University of Texas, April 2018 Sponsored Projects Administrator, Houston, TX 77030

Provided support/back-up to Sponsored Projects Administration Staff. Responsible for facilitating the preparation, review, negotiation, approval, and acquisition of basic/non-complex grants and contracts for the University.

Key Achievements:

Distributed pertinent information relating award provisions and obligations to Principal Investigators.

Consistently applied, maintained, and disseminated technical knowledge of complex rules and regulations governing sponsored agreements as well as generally accepted accounting principles for grant applications and awards including references to the federal Uniform Guidance.

Maintained knowledge of various funding agency rules and regulations, institutional requirements, submission systems, and other relevant information as they pertain to grant administration.

Participated in the training of university persons, through meetings and forums, to ensure effective application of University polices procedure, practices, and standards.

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Calpine Corporation, 1999 to August 2017

BUSINESS MANAGER, Richmond, TX 2006 to 2017

Directed business development activities to support growth of a power generator production company. Monitored all aspects of supply chain and proactively managed inventory. Analyzed expenses to identify potential business opportunities, enhance overall profitability, and ensure compliance with company policies. Offered personal account management services to clients, using clear communication skills to identify project needs and quickly resolve issues.

Key Achievements:

Guaranteed monthly project expenses were at or below 5% of $1M budget.

Improved communication by acting as a liaison between clients and production team.

Collaborated with accounting, legal, and supply chain teams to understand how every aspect of business affected project growth.

Strengthened local brand awareness by hosting fundraisers, such as the Juvenile Diabetes Annual Walk and Chevron Houston Marathon.

PROJECT ADMINISTRATION MANAGER, Las Vegas, NV / Kaukauna, WI / Fairfield, CA, 2002 to July 2006

Supervised all administrative and development activities on major projects, including coordinating temporary office space in California, preparing sub-contractor packages in Wisconsin, and controlling turbine inventory in a Las Vegas facility. Developed and maintained project budgets, tracking all expenses. Spearheaded team building, training, and hiring efforts for each project.

Key Achievements:

Assessed project costs to prepare a 120-day budget forecast.

Minimized expenses by comparing sub-contractor bids and making cost-effective choices.

Streamlined production and reduced risks by scheduling third-party payments in advance.

Tracked all project costs to develop reports for Internal Treasury Department.

ASSISTANT PROJECT ADMINISTRATION MANAGER, Houston, TX 2001 to 2002

Oversaw all financial activities for a large construction project, including developing a viable monthly budget. Reported changes in finances to Site Accountant and Asset Manager, frequently writing detailed reports to clarify any unexpected situations. Wrote contracts for various projects and ventures.

Key Achievements:

Analyzed actual and potential project expenses to provide accurate financial forecast to leadership.

Ensured all financial activities coincided with company policies and goals.

Reduced financial risks by monitoring available petty cash and preparing regular bank deposits.

Enhanced reporting accuracy prior to project close out by conducting regular on-site audits.

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, Houston, TX, 2005 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT

NOTARY PUBLIC - Commission for State of Texas BASIC LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER /CPR and AED

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