Ashley Mark Email & Phone Number

Newport News, Va, Us

Charlotte, North Carolina, Us

- Conduct reporting and analyze trends and anomalies; perform root cause analysis to drive continuous process improvement and identify cost savings opportunities; make recommendations to leadership- Collect, process, and analyze documentation according to Customs’ regulations; determine and assign correct values for Customs reporting- Partner with Customs Broker to ensure proper documentation is received for timely release of shipments and help to resolve any compliance-related issues for entry completion- In conjunction with Sourcing and Buying Agents, identify potential partners where annual savings meets Belk’s established first sale threshold criteria and risk matrix requirements- Partner with Sourcing and Buying Agents to identify and then influence sourcing decisions to maximize orders placed with eligible factories- Conduct First Sale meetings and workshops with current and potential first sale partners and Sourcing partners along with outside counsel (if necessary) to provide education and grow program

Bellevue, Washington, Us

· Established metrics to track and identify reoccurring non-compliant customs issues, leading to the identification of misclassified parts that ended up saving the client thousands of dollars in duties. · Prepared and distributed bills, ranging in value from $25 thousand to $14 million. · Performed troubleshooting and analysis on all unreleased containers, including correcting BOL, Quantities, and Audit errors.· Profound knowledge of Freight shipments state, Harmonized Tariff Schedules, Participating Government Agencies, First Sale, federal and international applicable laws and regulations.· Accurately and efficiently computed data to meet KPIs.

-Audited, balanced, posted and reported on all cash and credit operations.-Reconciled all vendor statements through research and data interpretation to correct discrepancies and answer questions. -Analyzed accounts to discover discrepancies and resolve all variances promptly.-Initiated collections proceedings against accounts past due more than six months.

Virginia Beach, Va, Us

-Worked inter-departmentally with Admissions and Academic departments to ensure college goals were met. -Quickly became a trusted assistant to the Director of Financial Aid, and earned a reputation for maintaining a positive attitude with the ability to assist all departments when needed.-Assessed financial aid award amounts and individual student needs to create a workable financial plan consistent with organizational and Federal regulations and student requirements.-Monitored over 600 student accounts and managed accounts receivable to ensure that all financial aid was disbursed and applied on schedule.-Audited files to ensure verification and accuracy were met according to Federal guidelines.-Consistently exceeded the monthly departmental goal of 90% of past due funds collected. Maintained 95% completion rate for student financial aid files prior to term start.-Evaluated unusual/mitigating circumstance documentation or information provided by the student; exercised judgment by making adjustment or revisions to costs, contribution, need or dependency status as exceptions to the prescribed process.-Trained, managed, and retained newly hired staff on financial aid programs and opportunities for client base and service expansion.

-Prepared vouchers, checks, and other records for review and accuracy. -Supported the budget process through preparation of purchase requisitions, fixed asset management, managing sales forecast, updating monthly journal ledger entries, and budget tracking.-Created a more efficient Word database for forms, letters, and documents, which decreased production time by 25%. -Utilized motivation, communication, and a positive work ethic to create a cohesive and productive team capable of achieving weekly, monthly, and annual sales goals.-Supported the budget process through preparation of purchase requisitions, fixed asset management, managing sales forecast, updating monthly journal ledger entries, and budget tracking.-Prepared vouchers, checks, and other records for review and accuracy. - Arranged for payments to contractors and vendors by liaising with accounting departments.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

-Initiated the planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with the agency’s mission and philosophy.-Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve service.-Ensured ongoing and consistent customer satisfaction by providing on-time delivery and follow-up.-Led smaller teams in developing effective stocking and inventory-management systems to minimize loss and maximize performance. -Prepared documentation and coordinated transport of resources and materials. -Marked and labeled freight; documented, verified, and inventoried cargo; and prepared and submitted report documentation.-Maintained a record of insurance coverage, pension plan and personnel transactions, such as hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.-Prepared reports and recommended procedures to reduce absenteeism and turnover.-Wrote, designed and produced Standard Operating Procedures of Human Resource functions streamlining efficiency.-Trained, coached, and mentored staff on proper rules and regulations for the use of equipment.-Communicated job duties and standard operating procedures to employees in order to provide excellent service. -Communicated urgent orders and directions effectively to a team of up to 10 personnel.-Minimized damage and repair costs through careful management and preventative maintenance.-Communicated with dispatchers, warehouses, and customers regarding outgoing orders.-Prioritized order security, accuracy and on-time pickup and delivery.-Inspected the truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips. -Managed discrepancy documentation for incoming shipments.-Checked shipping papers to determine the nature of load and checked for the presence of hazardous materials.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

-Examined merchandise to verify that it was correctly priced and displayed. Counted cash drawers and made bank deposits.-Delegated tasks to employees in a manner that best meet the needs of the store. -Welcomed and educated customers about the brand to incite excitement about the company's mission and values.-Shared best practices for sales and customer service with other team members to help improve the store's efficiency and prioritizing customer satisfaction.

Master’S Degree, Hospitality Administration/Management

Bachelor Of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Entrepreneurial And Small Business Operations