CHARNETTE WATERS
Baltimore, MD *****
443-***-**** ***************@*****.***
Strategic and detail-oriented financial operations leader with 15+ years of experience in payroll, accounts receivable, procurement, and administrative management. Proven success in streamlining processes, improving collections, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting cross-functional teams. Adept at working with financial systems and supporting executive-level leadership.
Core Competencies
Financial Operations & Analysis, Accounts Receivable / Collections, Budgeting / Cost Controls/Payroll Management/ Contract Administration, ERP & Database Systems / Audit Preparation & Documentation, Executive & Administrative Support/Process Improvement, Cross-Functional Collaboration/ Regulatory Compliance/ Internal Controls & Reporting/ Multi-Line P
Professional Experience
Administrative Assistant / Accounts Receivable / Payroll Clerk/Service Advisor
●Curtis Power Solutions Inc. – Baltimore, MD 06/02 - 04/25
- Managed accounts receivable functions, including collections and issuing monthly statements using SouthWare database.
- Processed payroll for service technicians, ensuring accuracy of timesheets and compliance with company standards.
- Performed credit checks and maintained customer invoicing, contracts, and service documentation.
- Supported executive leadership in preparing marketing materials, quotes, and reports.
- Oversaw filing and document retention of financial records, accounts payable, and service orders.
Database Administrator / Administrative Assistant
●Network Building & Consulting, LLC – Linthicum, MD 02/01 - 05/02
- Maintained Access database for site lease agreements; generated reports and conducted data audits for quality assurance.
- Processed certificates of insurance and master service agreements for subcontractors.
- Handled meeting logistics, distributed minutes, and managed secure documentation systems.
- Served as liaison for incoming correspondence and contract administration.
●Data Clerk II
RGII Technologies, Inc. – Annapolis, MD 07/00 - 02/01
- Finalized financial documents, including travel vouchers and invoices, using FOCUS software.
- Handled procurement and funding records, and trained new employees on finance-related processes.
- Communicated with government clients and maintained confidentiality under active security clearance.
Education
TESST College of Technology – Baltimore, MD - Certificate
Diploma in Computer and Programming Operations
Catonsville Community College – Catonsville, MD
Completed coursework in Computer Information Systems
Edmondson Westside High School - Baltimore, MD
High School Diploma
Technical Skills
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Access Multi-line Phone Systems Data Entry Database Management