-Maintain the chart of accounts-Process invoices, and payments-Enter AP invoices and journal entries-Asset, liability, and capital account entries-Prepare and issue financial statements-Maintain an orderly accounting filing system-Document all financial transactions and enter account information-Assemble information for external auditors for the annual audit-Secure financial information by completing data base backups-Issue invoices and vouchers to customers/clients-Conduct periodic reconciliations of all accounts to ensure their accuracy

-Responsible for all product design and development-Maintaining the company website--www.threechickscompany.com-Responsible for all marketing including emails, marketing materials, and social media

-Training Store Manager for Region. Responsible for training all new store managers in the Region. -Named Regional Store Manager of the Year for FY'18 and FY'17-Regional Talent Manager of the Year for FY'17 for my talent acquisition, training, and retention.-Named Regional Customer Service Manager of the Year for FY’16-Drove YTD comp sales increases of 3% or more for six out of the last seven years in two different stores.-Currently at the Poughkeepsie, NY location. Since taking over this store in 2011, sales have increased by 6.41%. -Previously, I managed Pier 1's Harriman, NY location. Prior to my arrival, this location was consistently losing 3% in volume each year. My final year there, the store finished up 14.32% to the previous year and up 4.48% to target sales.-In FY 17, I managed the Harriman store's conversion to a clearance location, a new model for the Company. Also tested and executed new standard operating procedures for Company-wide launch.-Formerly the Loyalty Leader for Region for the Rewards/Credit card Program. Responsibilities included tracking new account numbers and card re-use numbers. I worked with them to increase their numbers while coordinating my efforts with our Regional Manager.-Regional Philanthropy Leader—responsible for coordinating regional philanthropic efforts-Created content and manage location’s Instagram account—@pier1poughkeepsieSupervise all activities relating to sales and leading the sales team in meeting all company expectations and standards.Coordinate and perform activities involving the hiring, training, and supervision of store associates, sales and service, management, and store maintenance.Develop a floor plan following company guidelines, initiate all visual merchandising efforts, and respond to sales demands. Initially, I was in-line to become a Regional Visual Merchandiser for the Company until the position was eliminated.

Conducted research and wrote memoranda on various topics including censorship, media ownership, and long-term fund-raising possibilities

Conducted various tasks related to fundraising campaigns for non-profit clientsIncluded database construction and maintenance, press releases and campaign pieces, and assisting with tax status legalities and non-profit incorporation detailsAssisted in tracking progress of various projects to ensure timely completionAlso answering phones, organizational tasks, and correspondence

Held the positions of sale merchant, head cashier, shipment coordinator, and visuals coordinator at various storesResponsibilities included merchandising, training, and coordinating shipments.Managed visuals including floor planning, display set-ups, and window designs

Lockerbie~PanAm 103 Law ProjectConducted research related to victim's rights under national and international law with an emphasis on the victims of terrorist actsConducted research and writing relating to the appeal of the Lockerbie/Pan Am 103 trial and Scottish law as it was used in the trial

Conducted research regarding legal changes and their impact in the area of national security law both within the United States and internationallyResearch was conducted for use in the updating of a legal textbook

-Scheduled special events in ballrooms, meeting spaces, outdoor spaces, and banquet rooms-Assisted in coordinating event needs like catering and guest rooms-Handled inquires and put together informational material packets

Responsibilities included legal typing and research, including briefs and memorandaAnswered phones, filed, and performed other basic office tasks

Worked first: June-August 1998Created databases and coordinated entry of data Performed organizational tasks, basic office tasks, and research

Overall project management including tracking the progress of work teams, information distribution, budget management, software application and supportDesigned various public relations media and promoted project at various functionsConducted training sessions on software applicationsResearched grant opportunities and ensured compliance with grant requirements

Assisted in the planning of special on-campus programs for remote learning studentsSaw to final details of class programs including dates, course requirements, and classroom spaceCoordinated with visiting students on housing, meals, and any other needsPlanned program “meet & greets”; procured meeting space, food and beverage, and entertainment while working with strict budgets

Designed web pages for the University's non-major sports using Adobe GoLive* softwareResponsibilities included updating and maintaining game scores and statistics, uploading Department press releases, and keeping player information current

Provided courteous and helpful service to the customer throughout the store, including the sales floor, fitting rooms and cash wrapAssessed the needs of the customer and provided the appropriate level of service and expertiseAssisted with visual merchandising including store windows