career profile

results-oriented professional with solid skill in purchasing, accounting, finance, and budgeting. proven capacity to handle various functions including pricing and determining the duties of other professionals.  detailed and dynamic communicator and persuasive speaker, able to forge meaningful associations with clients, colleagues, and management. talent to identify the needs of clients and to encourage a risk-free, positive atmosphere to meet those needs. demonstrated talent for developing and implementing plans that successfully meet the objectives of an organization.

 

project management / accounting / purchasing coordination / construction & development

systems implementation / client relations / contract administration / budget administration

written & verbal communication / professional development and training

professional experience

84 lumber company, kissimmee, fl

project administrator, 02/2008 c 02/2010

• scheduled and facilitated a $35mm hotel project in logical steps and budgeted time required to meet deadlines and specifications.
• conferred with management, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as complaints and construction problems; generated scope of work guidelines as well.
• prepared contracts and negotiated revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• prepared and submitted payroll budgets and reports for nearly 100 laborers including the monthly aia (american institute of architects) pay application.
• interpreted and explained plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.
• planned, organized, and directed architectural changes, bid proposals, and material submittal for items utilized in the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
• inspected and reviewed projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations.

mercedes homes; orlando, fl

purchasing coordinator; systems implementation coordinator, 10/2002 c 12/2007

• collaborated with the purchasing department and offered expertise in the bidding process for new home development.
• prepared contracts and negotiated revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements.
• handled a variety of financial management/accounting functions including  preparing change orders, payment authorization for trade partners, and administering budgets for new home development.
• facilitated the transition of  accounting and estimating software from a dos-based program to an industry-custom program.
• directed the professional development of 150 staff while training each team member on a newly introduced software application.                              

education

university of florida, gainesville, fl
associate of arts degree

activities

• member, home and school association board for good shepherd catholic school
• volunteer assistant, good shepherd catholic school
• co-founder, hug-me foundation;  benefiting children and families affected by pediatric hiv and aids and serviced by the arnold palmer hospital for children and women.
• member, mensa

 

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<<first name>> <<last name>>

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dear <<courtesy>> <<last name>>,

 

it is with great confidence that i offer my years of experience  in purchasing, accounting, finance and strong administrative abilities to your organization. as i pursue the <<position title>> within <<company name>>, i recognize that my credentials and experience would greatly assist in reaching future goals and objectives.

 

my experience as project administrator, purchasing coordinator, and systems implementation coordinator is the basis for my confidence that i would be a valuable asset to your organization. i consistently communicate the corporate vision to the internal members of the organization so that everyone understands their role in achieving these goals, ensuring that the action steps are taken to ensure that goals are met. more importantly i offer my expertise to other professionals utilizing the highest level of professionalism and tact. to maintain efficiency within an organization i regularly prepare recommendations for improvements in policies, controls, new methods, and suggest other changes to improve the efficiency of operations.

 

during my career, i ve gained notable experience leading and training other employees in a variety of functions. my professional background also includes a proven expertise in handling financial transactions, records management, report review and generation, and effectively communicating with clients and members of the team, verbally and in writing.

 

my aptitude for evaluating complex problems and reviewing related information to develop viable solutions would be of great use to your organization. i welcome more discussion about how my skills can help in meeting the goals and objectives of your organization. until then, should you have any additional questions feel free to contact me at your convenience.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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