Maria C. Zenkner
Kyle, Texas *****
512-***-**** (Cell)
*******@*****.***
HIGHLIGHTS
Office Management, Administrative Support, Bookkeeping, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making,
Communications, Reporting, Budgeting, Leadership
SUMMARY
Highly motivated and results-oriented professional with a strong work ethic.
Outstanding communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to establish an exceptional rapport with individuals on all levels.
Successful in coordinating projects, prioritizing workload, and meeting deadlines.
Enthusiastic and ambitious leader with the ability to supervise, train, and motivate others in fast paced team environments.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
EDUCATION
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, Austin, Texas
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, Minor: Business Foundations, May 1999
LANGUAGES
Bilingual in Spanish/English
EXPERIENCE
2008 - 2010
SG BUILDERS, LTD, Austin, Texas
Accounts Manager
Handled account receivables/payables for four companies (SG Builders, Ltd; JTD Holdings; Pheasant Lane Condominium Association; and Lakeway Regional Medical Center Development).
Generated invoices, collected rent payments, prepared deposits, and reconciled monthly bank statements.
Processed biweekly payroll, calculated tax deposits, and prepared quarterly reports.
Interfaced with CPA regarding tax returns, W2’s, and 1099’s.
Reviewed bids and generated project budgets in Excel.
Provided administrative support to the Project Manager and Superintendent, and maintained calendars to ensure deadlines were met.
Verified subcontractor general liability and Worker’s Compensation insurance.
Established strong business relationships with multiple vendors, and ordered materials and supplies.
2000 - 2008
TOLL BROTHERS, INC., Austin, Texas
Senior Project Coordinator/Administrator (2006-2008)
Hired, trained, and managed Project Coordinators in four communities for a multi-billion dollar luxury home builder.
Coded invoices for the Dallas Accounting Department.
Prepared contracts, created purchase orders, check requests and ensured costs and retainage stayed within budget guidelines.
Provided administrative support to the Project Manager and generated reports.
Met with subcontractors, reviewed bids, negotiated prices, and served as Spanish/ English translator.
Received payments from homebuyers and prepared bank deposits.
Executive Administrative Assistant (2005)
Provided administrative support to the Vice President of the Austin Division.
Managed calendar, scheduled meetings, and arranged travel reservations.
Communicated with the President and support staff in the corporate office.
Processed biweekly payroll for 30+ employees.
Coded invoices for the Dallas Accounting Department, maintained petty cash account, and prepared bank deposits.
Generated weekly sales reports for five communities.
Project Coordinator/Administrator (2000-2004)
Assisted Sales Managers with sales/vendor contracts and construction budgets.
Served as a liaison between sales staff, Project Managers, and construction staff.
Established strong business relationships with vendors, and prepared purchase orders for three communities.
Coded invoices for the Dallas Accounting Department.
1996 - 1999
SILVER DOLLAR DANCE HALL, Austin, Texas
Office Manager
Managed the office, performed accounting and administrative duties, and balanced and recorded daily sales receipts.
Held decision-making authority to resolve issues during daytime shift.
Utilized strong leadership skills to supervise employees and clean-up crews.
Processed payroll for 40 staff and maintained personnel records.
Created a monthly calendar of nightly entertainment.
Interfaced with vendors to purchase office/club supplies and bar inventory.
Contacted outside contractors and coordinated equipment repairs.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Windows; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); Microsoft Outlook; QuickBooks; Internet
Research; E-mail
References Available Upon Request