Multifaceted Operations and Finance Professional

Tami Watts

Lewisville, TX ***** +1-909-***-**** **************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Highly skilled professional with expertise in hospitality, paralegal work, accounting, property management, commercial real estate, retail management, guest service management, and payroll. Proven ability to manage diverse projects, analyze financial data, and collaborate with various teams, including legal, accounting, and real estate professionals. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Work Experience

Community Manager

AvalonBay Communities Addison, TX

September 2025 to Present

• Oversee daily operations of a residential apartment community, ensuring compliance with AvalonBay policies, Fair Housing regulations, and company standards.

• Lead, train, and support on-site leasing and maintenance teams to deliver exceptional resident service and meet occupancy and leasing goals.

• Manage resident relations, including conflict resolution, lease enforcement, renewals, and retention strategies.

• Supervise leasing activity, application processing, screening, and move-in/move-out procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for maintenance, trash, pest control, utilities, and capital projects.

• Monitor property conditions through regular inspections and follow up on corrective actions.

• Handle financial responsibilities such as rent collection oversight, delinquency follow-up, budgeting support, and invoice approvals.

• Ensure timely communication with residents regarding policies, maintenance, community events, and operational updates.

• Plan and execute resident events to foster community engagement and satisfaction.

• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting within internal systems. Corporate Accounting Assistant, Paralegal, Commercial Leasing Manager On The Border Mexican Bar & Cantina Irving, TX

October 2022 to March 2025

• Supported property owners, accountants, and senior management by managing residential leases, preparing financial summaries, and ensuring accuracy in rent roll and lease terms.

• Handled tenant billing, processed rent payments, tracked delinquencies, and issued late notices, ensuring timely collection and reporting of revenue.

• Performed monthly bank reconciliations, maintained general ledger entries for multiple properties, and assisted in preparing financial reports for ownership review.

• Collaborated with accountants and legal teams to ensure compliance with lease agreements, financial audits, and property tax assessments.

• Monitored operating expenses, coded invoices, and reconciled accounts payable/receivable to support accurate budget forecasting and variance analysis.

• Created and maintained organized systems for financial records, lease abstracts, and tenant correspondence to ensure operational efficiency and audit readiness.

Assistant Manager

Atlantic Pacific Property Management – The Atlantic Station Fort Worth, TX March 2022 to October 2022

• Managed leasing, marketing, property maintenance, and accounting operations for residential properties, ensuring compliance with federal and state housing laws.

• Executed lease agreements, oversaw tenant onboarding and move-outs, and handled rent collection, late fee assessments, and payment processing.

• Maintained detailed financial records, including accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, budget tracking, and monthly financial reporting for property owners.

• Supported the preparation of annual budgets and assisted with financial audits by organizing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.

• Developed and implemented organizational systems for efficient record-keeping, complaint resolution, and expense tracking to improve operational transparency and compliance. Lease Up- Assistant Manager Leasing Manager

Pegasus Residential -Trails at Summer Creek Fort Worth, TX March 2020 to March 2022

• Directed leasing operations for a newly developed luxury apartment complex, supervising the leasing team, conducting property tours, and coordinating resident move-ins and move-outs.

• Maintained accurate availability reports, unit status updates, and leasing records using Yardi, OneSite, and Blue Moon software.

• Processed rent payments, tracked delinquencies, issued late notices, and coordinated with accounting to ensure accurate rent roll and financial reporting.

• Assisted with monthly bank reconciliations, recorded daily deposits, and supported preparation of property-level financial statements.

• Reconciled accounts payable/receivable, coded invoices, and monitored operating expenses to ensure alignment with budget goals.

• Provided leasing and financial data to management for occupancy analysis, revenue forecasting, and reporting to property owners.

• Supported internal audits by maintaining organized financial records, lease documentation, and compliance reports. Leasing Manager

BH Management Services, LLC Dallas, TX

December 2017 to March 2020

• Managed leasing, marketing, and resident relations for multifamily apartment communities, ensuring compliance with Fair Housing regulations and local housing laws.

• Led lease negotiations, renewals, and move-in/move-out processes while fostering positive resident engagement and community satisfaction.

• Collected rent payments, processed deposits, and monitored delinquency reports to support timely revenue collection and financial accuracy.

• Assisted with accounts payable and receivable, coded and approved invoices, and reconciled vendor statements for monthly reporting.

• Maintained accurate resident ledgers, updated rent roll data, and supported preparation of financial reports for property owners and management.

• Collaborated with regional managers and accountants to track budget performance, control operating expenses, and support monthly financial close processes.

Leasing Consultant

The Liberty Group Dallas, TX

February 2013 to December 2017

• Managed leasing, marketing, and resident relations for multifamily apartment communities, ensuring compliance with Fair Housing regulations and local housing laws.

• Led lease negotiations, renewals, and move-in/move-out processes while fostering positive resident engagement and community satisfaction.

Education

English Linguistics (Bachelor of Arts)

California State University San Bernardino, CA

Skills

General Ledger Accounting Legal administrative experience Record keeping Product demos Social media management Double entry bookkeeping Microsoft Outlook Account Reconciliation Account management Teamwork Bank Reconciliation Accounts Payable DocuSign QuickBooks Adobe Photoshop Database management Data collection Cooking Financial management Staff training Clerical experience Fair Housing Regulations Account analysis Customer communication Microsoft Excel Microsoft Publisher Debits & credits Filing Property Management Accounts Receivable Yardi Negotiation Windows Operations management Microsoft Access Content development Analytics Balance sheet creation Editing Private equity Computer literacy Budgeting Databases Compliance documentation Case studies Software troubleshooting ADP Google Docs Conflict management Vendor management Tax experience Time management Financial Report Writing Financial analysis Accounting software Adobe Acrobat Patient monitoring Portfolio management Organizational skills Balance Sheet Reconciliation Legal Research Appointment scheduling Grammar Experience Real estate administrative experience Lexis-Nexis Financial report interpretation Business development Team motivation (leadership skill) Management School experience Accounting

Certifications and Licenses

First Aid Certification

Certified Apartment Manager

Driver's License

Food Handler Certification

Paralegal Certificate

Certified Notary Public

Non-CDL Class C

CMCA

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