Office Manager - Public Management Degree

EMILY ELISABETH MEEHAN

SPRING, TX ***** 713-***-**** ***************@*****.***

OFFICE MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Accomplished and multifaceted professional with extensive experience in managing day-to-day office operations, including administrative tasks and accounting activities. Track record of success in handling and completing assigned duties or functions promptly. Excel at maintaining documentation, controlling inventory, planning events, updating company’s databases, setting appointments, and arranging meetings as per schedule. Skilled in learning new systems and processes immediately while exhibiting high-performance standards, patience, and integrity. Proven success influencing executive management decision-making by generating information and presenting insightful reports.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Operational Excellence Inventory Management Proactive Administrative Support Office Management Cost Control & Reduction Reconciliations & Balancing Process Optimization Relationship Building Documentation & Reporting Strategic Planning & Execution Inventory Control Cross-functional Collaboration Problem Resolution Budget Development & Management PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

OLD TOWN SPRING IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT SPRING, TEXAS, US 2014 – PRESENT OFFICE MANAGER

Oversee end-to-end office operations, including HR, accounting, and administrative activities, while ensuring alignment with organizational practices and procedures. Prepare materials and documentation for annual audits, collaborating with auditors, compiling information for the Board, delivering quarterly reports, and processing all invoices while ensuring compliance with relevant measures. Draft all documents related to accounts payable and payroll in preparation for audit, as well as collaborate with a tax district’s financial officer to ensure adequate management of government tax. Utilize QuickBooks to generate revenue, income, expense, and financial reports on time.

Supported the decision-making process by presenting monthly reporting on investments and expenses.

Facilitated the planning and development of the annual budget as well as slashed excessive line items.

Coordinated with other groups, including a nonprofit spring preservation league and the spring fire department, to promote town events, including an annual 2-month-long home for the holidays.

Assisted a 5 person volunteer board in planning monthly meetings and creating board packets each month with reports.

Ensured timely maintenance and cleanliness of restrooms, encouraging people to visit the town frequently.

Maintained inventory levels and order supplies to ensure the smooth running of all operations.

Liaised and interacted between board and maintenance personnel for the resolution of maintenance issues/supplies.

Secured additional cost savings by selecting high-performing vendors, negotiating pricing, and transitioning to advanced systems, and streamlining operations.

Improved company’s online visibility and engagement by creating social media accounts, new website, and innovative content, increasing Instagram followers by 3,000 and Facebook by 3,600. Emily Elisabeth Meehan Page 2

VIRGINIA’S CAKES SPRING, TX, US 2013

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Administered and coordinated office and accounting activities, including bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, reconciliations, cash flow, and reporting.

Collaborated with chef and restaurant owner to order required supplies and ensure the best pricing.

Improved operational efficiencies and effectiveness by promoting the adoption of advanced technologies and tools. 2010 – 2013

FAMILY CARE

Provided freelance administrative and data entry service to clients.

Served as a full-time caretaker.

BILL WHITE CAMPAIGN FOR GOVERNOR AUSTIN, TX, US 2010 CAMPAIGN FELLOW – OFFICE MANAGER

Responded to phone calls to promote candidates and enabled volunteers to manage phones and other volunteer work. Supported fundraisers and transferred donations to the Houston office.

Improved skills of new people by providing training phone banking and conducting outgoing calls/visits.

Maintained data of bank supporters and provided updated information to campaign offices in Houston.

Completed over 10,000 phone calls to prospective voters on behalf of the candidates. MINNESOTA STATE ARTS BOARD ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 2008 INTERN

Reviewed, accepted, and recorded grant applications as well as updated state arts website with accepted grant proposals while serving as a receptionist.

Supported board members with the preparation for grant application reviews with correct information

Drafted and edited acceptance and rejection letters for applicants.

Updated the arts board website with informational copy for grant receipents.

Facilitated in prepping meetings for Board members with copies of grant proposals and setting up artistic visuals. Additional Experience:

Administrative Associate, Corrpro Companies Inc., Houston, TX, US, 2006 – 2007 EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Master of Public Service and Administration,

Nonprofit Management

Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, US

Bachelor’s of Science, Sociology

Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, US

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