Kara Tellinghusen / *********@*****.*** / 503-***-****
Summary
Experienced in performing general office procedures, with an in-depth knowledge of office management principles and considerable experience in bookkeeping was obtained. Effectively managed office operations, utilizing the following skill sets:
Computer Proficiency: In depth knowledge of Microsoft Office software and QuickBooks.
Ability to learn new software applications quickly.
Experience in training employees on software and project dynamics. Educating employees on the processes of the position they are working on.
Communicate effectively with staff/executives/students.
Take Meeting notes.
Maintained the office database.
Retrieved and organized information for individual employees and clients.
Created spreadsheets and presentations for corporate executives.
Maintain Calendar Management
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Attention to detail, excellent planning, organizing and time management skills.
Excellent customer-service.
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable background.
Ability to learn Policies and Procedures.
Reliable.
Objective Statement
Secure a responsible career opportunity to fully utilize my training and skills, while making a significant contribution to the success of the company.
Professional Experience
Wilson Construction, Canby, OR 11/2023 – 11/2023
Accounts Payable Assistant
Verify invoices and payment amount
Filing
Mailing out payments in a timely manner
Kaiser Permanente, Clackamas, OR 03/2023 – 09/2023
Care Management Assistant
Answer phones
Arrange transportation for discharged patients.
Provide general office support to Managers and Care Coordinators
University of Portland, Portland, OR 10/2022 -03/2023
Office Manager
Answered multiple phone line system
Managed Accounts Payable
Supervised four student employees
Managed claims, for the University problems system
Interacted with upper management
Took inventory of office supplies
City of Milwaukie, OR 08/2022 – 08/2022
Office Assistant
Respond to phone calls, emails, and messages via portal.
Managed numerous administrative tasks, including preparing correspondence,
Provided outstanding customer and team support in a fast-paced environment.
Managed independently a host of daily front-office operations with complete accuracy, resulting in improved efficiency.
Processed special project
Maintained the office database.
Retrieved and organized information for individual employees and clients.
Created spreadsheets and presentations for corporate executives.
Processed collection letters
US Foods, Woodburn, OR 07/2021-07/2022
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Processed Accounts Receivable payment to the correct invoices and companies
Completed asset review
Processed weekly financial report
Processed and followed up on DOT claims
Processed fuel and mileage report, data entry for the Operations department
Sorted and scanned Bills of Lading
Sorted and scanned EDD’s (errors in deliveries)
All the positions I helped with were for Portland and Spokane
Wells Fargo Oregon City, OR 11/2013-06/2019
Teller/ Assistant
Looking out for the financial needs of my clients
Effectively utilized multi-line telephone system to direct incoming calls
Made sure their transactions were processed correctly and in an efficient manner
Tried to detect any ways we could help them in their financial goals and / or needs
Kept up to date with new training and continuing education.
Carquest Oregon City, OR 07/2011-10/2013
Auto mobilist
Received orders from clients
Pulled the part orders and delivered the parts in a timely manner
If there were returns, I completed the return order slips for a credit and returned the parts to the store
Conducted inventory audits
Stocked the store shelves and updated prices.
Wertgen & Company, CPA Oregon City, OR 03/2005-06/2007
Receptionist
Effectively utilized multi-line telephone system to direct incoming calls
Bookkeeping for select clients, utilizing Quick Books
Processed all accounts payable and accounts receivable
Maintained and ordered supplies for the office
Maintained all filing and scanning
Collated tax returns during the tax season
Maintained employers’ calendars.
Contour Grips, Oregon City, OR 03/2005-06/2007
Shipping Manager
Received purchase orders from customers, and then created invoices
Filled the orders then shipped the orders same day or next
Processed all accounts payable and accounts receivable
Trained all employees to do the paperwork and fill the orders
Created purchase orders, then received inventory into stock
Completed all inventory audits in dual control.
Farmers Insurance, Tigard, OR 12/1984-12/2002
Property Claims Associate
Assigning water and mold claims to a specialized team
Kept statistics on the water team's claims
Scouted and booked monthly meeting sites
Took notes during the monthly meetings. Then created a report and distributed to the appropriate managers
Managed all phone inquiries regarding the water and mold team
While working at Farmers Insurance I held many positions. Most within the Regional Claims Department
The position I held the longest was that of the Administrative Assistant for two Regional Claims Managers, simultaneously
Managed all their administrative needs such as but not limited to writing reports
Kept statistics for several sub departments
Sorting and distributing mail
Pulling files
Searching microfiche
Wrote procedure manuals for various job functions within the department.
Leadership Skills
Performed various secretarial/clerical duties such as documenting, photocopying, faxing,
Also mailing, microfiche, and organizing filing system.
Answered telephones and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
Sorted and distributed incoming communication data, including faxes, letters, and emails.
Interacted with organizational staff, executives, clients, vendors, and visitors daily.
Organized the scheduling of meetings, conferences, and events; distributed the minutes.
Coordinated agendas for meetings with visitors and clients.
Took care of staff office space, phones, credit cards and office keys.
Maintained the office database.
Retrieved and organized information for individual employees and clients.
Created spreadsheets and presentations for corporate executives.
Purchased office equipment and supplies – contacted vendors and subcontractors.
Established and implemented administrative policies and procedures for the office.
Filed and recorded corporate documentation, electronic files, inventories, and reports.
Degrees And Certificates
•BA from George Fox University 1997: Management and Organizational Leadership
•Associate of Applied Science Portland Community College in 1995
•Legal Assistant Certificate Portland Community College in 1995
Achievements
•Supported staff effectively in assigned project-based work.
•Providing training and orientation to new employees.
•Interacted with organization’s Board of Directors to arrange attendance at meetings.
•Also recording/compiling and distributing the meeting minutes.