Carlous C. Huston
Belleville, IL ***** 618-***-**** *******.******@*****.***
PROFILE:
Dynamic, versatile professional with strong experience in Executive / Administrative Assistant roles in a variety of settings. Provide dedicated support and communicate effectively with all levels of management, employees, clients, and general public. Possess exceptional organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills; capable of delivering accurate reporting / documentation and outstanding customer service, drawing on interpersonal strengths and attention to detail. Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, QuickBooks and PowerPoint), HR Cloud, Teams app, knowledge of medical terminology.
TRAINING / EDUCATION:
Althoff catholic high school, Belleville, IL
High School Diploma 2009
Lindenwood University, Belleville, IL
Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Management, Minor in Business Administration 2012
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) – The Institute of Internal Auditors 2012
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Ameren UE, St. Louis, MO Aug 2011 – Sept 2022
Executive Assistant – Private Accounts Team
Provided organized, efficient administrative support to more than three leaders.
Managed executive calendars, including coordinating arrangements for meetings, events, and travel.
Contributed to meeting preparation, including creating / compiling documents and presentations.
Reviewed accounts payable and receivable.
Performed call center duties, receiving and routing calls; entered service orders.
Completed daily reports and submitted to executive or supervisor upon request.
Conducted market research to support executives in critical business decisions.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge about policies and procedures and updated staff members.
Upheld customer and executive confidence, protecting confidential information at all times.
Performed managerial duties and held staff meetings on behalf of manager / supervisor during absences.
Executed errand run’s.
Call for Help, Inc., East St. Louis, IL Apr 2008 – Aug 2011
Administrative Assistant
Supported Program Director to ensure efficient daily operations.
Coordinated and scheduled meetings, appointments, and travel; managed financial data.
Served as recording secretary in official meetings.
Liaised between Program Director and Executive Director, relaying pertinent information.
Communicated employee rules and regulations to more than ten individuals.
Assisted HR representative with the hiring process, including recruiting, interviewing, reference / background checks, and on-boarding.
Exemplified superior problem-solving and decision-making skills in implementing challenging decisions to resolve complex department issues.
Macedonia Baptist CHURCH, East St. Louis, IL 2016 - Current
Trustee Board
Member of governing business board for the church.
Contribute to managerial efforts of the Church
Participates in board meetings with other members as well as the pastor
Reviews and signs documents to support church and employees
Assists in making important decisions about the church business
Acts as secretary for the church 501 (C ) 3