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North Haven, Connecticut, United States

• Generating sales growth as they relate to mitigation and restoration services• Developing and strengthening new and existing client relationships• Providing value to insurance representatives, real estate brokers, property & facility managers, municipalities, and similar centers of influence.• Promoting Pro-Klean by attending networking and social events to make contact with critical new people to broaden our sphere of influence in local communities.• Positioning Pro-Klean as the primary resource for all things related to mitigation and restoration services in the event of fire, water, wind, and mold.

Connecticut, United States

Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA) managing a portfolio of 15 varied communities containing over 1,000 units across the state of Connecticut. Portfolio is comprised of diverse communities with varying demographics including, residential use, commercial use, and seasonal investment properties: • Management of portfolio acting as a liaison between the association and residents, performing site inspections, initiating maintenance and repair work orders, as well as the preparation of substantial written communication.• Tasked with development and oversight of operating budgets totaling $3.15 million dollars annually, monthly monitoring of financial expenditures, monitoring delinquencies, oversight of loans, and insurance settlements. • Built valued relationships with vendors and enforced with creation of contracts, oversight of capital improvement projects, as well as serving as a liaison between the associations and vendors. • In addition to vendor relations also served as a liaison between unit owners and the associations by utilizing excellent customer service skills in addition to dispute resolution techniques to solve issues. • Well versed in reviewing association declaration and bylaws along with addition legal documents used in addition to a working knowledge of applicable Connecticut and federal laws relating to condominiums and fair housing. • Regarded as responsive and effective in responding to and overseeing emergency situations which include threats to health, safety, and urgent maintenance issues.

Glastonbury, Connecticut, United States

Community Association Manager, managing a portfolio of 14 communities across the state of Connecticut comprised of 575 units:• Performed weekly property inspections to note issues of noncompliance along with initiating work orders for maintenance and repairs. • Preparation of monthly board packages and documents, for attendance at associations meetings, which ensured compliance with Association's governing documents, maintenance standards, and rules and regulations. • Responsible for resolution of insurance claims, oversight of capital improvement projects which utilized the bidding process, vetting of vendors, securing financing to fund projects, and implementation in accordance with the Association's governing documents. • Financial responsibilities include preparation of annual budgets, monthly monitoring of Association's finances with respect to the annual budget, while monitoring delinquencies and timely collection of common fees.

Hartford, Connecticut, United States

Staff accountant responsible for all accounting related to a portfolio of more than 40 managed accounts:• This included general ledger reconciliation, adjusting journal entries, month-end close and preparation of financial statements for financial institution, corporate, and client use. • Close analyzation on actuals compared to prior months, budgets, and prior year results. • When material differences surfaced, deployed investigative techniques and methods to resolve completely.

Managed maintenance/installation crew of 10 diverse employees:• Including scheduling, task oversight, allocation of resources, in addition to delegation of responsibilities. • Completion of daily project reports, site risk assessments, and execution of tasks with precision and efficiency. • Utilized interpersonal skills, prioritization of work responsibilities, and time management to satisfy deadlines while maintaining the highest level of integrity and interests of the company.

Coventry, Connecticut, United States

• Responsible for scheduling of jobs, management of crew, allocation of equipment, allotting personal protective equipment, along with client satisfaction. • Mastered and employed industry specific tools and techniques to ensure safety and efficiency as it relates to every task. Completion of safety training related to chainsaws, chipping equipment, and heavy machinery operation.

South Windsor, Connecticut, United States

• Responsibilities included general bookkeeping, preparation of corporate tax returns, as well as preparing detailed financial statements. • Gained knowledge and expertise utilizing accounting software which included Intuit Quickbooks and Intuit Lacerte Tax software. • Knowledge was furthered through familiarization of current tax laws and codes available to corporations as well as individuals.

Manchester, Connecticut, United States

• Utilized industry expertise on specific products to outfit client base with proper materials. • Acquired and maintained level two certification through USA Archery. Completed extensive continuing education to maintain certification. • Executed certification through the CT DEEP as a conservation educator. Both certifications allowed instruction to individuals between the ages of 6 to 99 along with any physical handicaps. • Developed strong interpersonal skills in addition to customer service knowledge to adapt to any and all coaching/selling situations.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Accounting With Minor In Business Administration

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