Detail-Oriented Administrative and Data Entry

Robert Brian Ferguson

**** *** ***** ***** • Columbus, GA 31904 •

828-***-**** **************@*****.***

Professional Summary:

Detail oriented administrative and operations professional with extensive experience in purchasing, inventory management, tax preparation, client support, and food service operations. Known for accuracy, reliability, and strong organizational skills across diverse environments including education, manufacturing, and financial preparation

Education:

Bachelor of Arts – Marketing & Business Administration

University of North Georgia, Dahlonega, GA

Associate of Arts – Business Administration

Gainesville State College, Gainesville, GA

Skills: Microsoft Office & Google Workspace QuickBooks & Accounting Software-Tax Preparation & Industry Specific Software Inventory Auditing & Procurement Support Customer Service & Client Relations-Auditor Certificate

Professional Experience: Food Service Worker Calvary Christian School – Columbus, GA 2022–Present

Maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient cafeteria environment while providing excellent service to students and staff. Support daily food preparation, serving, and sanitation procedures. Perform inventory stocking, counting, and rotation to ensure accurate supply levels.

Purchasing Assistant Haworth Health Environments – Hickory, NC 2016

Audited special request items for compliance, accuracy, and documentation integrity. Entered purchase orders into QuickBooks and maintained detailed spreadsheets for financial tracking. Coordinated with the Purchasing Director and Plant Manager to ensure correct product procurement and optimal inventory levels. Completed weekly and monthly counts of revolving inventory to maintain precise stock management.

Tax Preparation Specialist Liberty Tax Service – Cleveland, TN 2004–2008

Managed end of day operations and supervised new preparers to ensure compliance and accuracy. Prepared tax returns for individuals and small businesses with strong attention to detail and regulatory knowledge. Achieved one of the highest closure and non issue rates among three regional firms.

Independent Living Coordinator Access Center for Independent Living – Gainesville, GA 2002–2003

Supported a caseload of 30+ clients across a 13 county service area. Authored successful grant proposals to secure program funding. Coordinated construction projects, including bid procurement and communication between builders and administration. Provided compassionate counseling and active listening services to clients.

Purchaser / Auditor

City Plumbing & Electric Co., Inc. – Gainesville, GA 1998–2002

Led procurement operations, coordinating with on site and off site vendors. Entered and audited purchase orders for accuracy and compliance. Managed full cycle accounts payable and receivable. Conducted regular audits of sales floor operations to ensure inventory accuracy.

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