Loretta
Rucker
**** *** ***** ***. ***, Fountain, CO
80817
********@********.***
www.linkedin.com/in/loretta-rucker
Experienced accounting and administrative professional with a proven track record in financial management, HR, and operations. Skilled in payroll, AP/AR, and team leadership, driving efficiency and revenue growth. A problem-solver with strong organizational and communication skills, dedicated to optimizing business success. Skilled in payroll, AP/AR, and team leadership, driving efficiency and a 29% increase in revenue.
Experience
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN – PUEBLO D60 ~ MAY 2024 – PRESENT
• Manage accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Process journal entries, invoicing, and deposits to maintain financial accuracy.
• Reconcile accounts to ensure financial records align with statements.
• Oversee CDE payments and manage payroll and accounts payable check processing.
• Maintain meticulous filing and documentation for compliance and audits. FSR II – FIRST INTERSTATE BANK ~ OCTOBER 2023 – MAY 2024
• Evaluated and processed loan approvals and denials based on financial assessments.
• Opened and managed new customer accounts, ensuring seamless onboarding.
• Promoted and sold banking products, surpassing sales targets.
• Developed customized financial solutions to help customers improve creditworthiness. HR/Office Manager – Bates LLC ~ July 2017 – October 2023
• Led a team of 10 employees, ensuring high retention and performance.
• Designed and maintained work schedules for efficient operations.
• Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll for financial accuracy.
• Created and analyzed financial reports for strategic planning.
• Trained and mentored new employees, enhancing productivity and skill development.
• Increased sales by 29% in the first year through process improvements.
• Delivered 95% customer satisfaction by resolving inquiries promptly. Secretary/PowerSchool Administrator – Cheylin USD 103 ~ July 2003 – July 2017
• Prepared and submitted state reports with 100% accuracy to ensure compliance.
• Managed data entry and financial transactions for activity accounts.
• Reconciled multiple bank accounts and general ledgers.
• Prepared and distributed financial reports.
• Managed calendar, meetings, and training schedules.
• Provided PowerSchool training to employees, enhancing efficiency in student data 2
management.
Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-specific software, ensuring seamless operations and efficiency.
• Strong leadership and managerial abilities, driving team success and productivity. Successfully leading teams of up to 10 employees with minimal turnover.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, fostering collaboration and clarity.
• Critical thinker and problem-solver, resolving financial discrepancies and improving reporting accuracy.
• Highly organized with excellent time management, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in fast- paced environments.
• Dependable, patient, and professional, delivering outstanding service and support. Education
• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA – CHEYLIN USD 103
• ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN ACCOUNTING – ASHWORTH COLLEGE
• COLBY COMMUNITY COLLEGE – CERTIFIED NURSES AIDE COURSE
• 20-HOUR SAFE COMPREHENSIVE COURSE – ONCOURSE LEARNING, 2021