Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Edna Hawkins

Moreno Valley,CA

Summary

To be able to share and utilize my knowledge and experience and at the same token to learn new things that are totally new and challenging work environment and the company processes and it’s workflow.

Overview

40
years of professional experience

Work History

AWES Real Estate
Moreno Valley, CA

Real Estate Broker
10.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote the sale of residential properties.
  • Conducted inspections of properties to assess condition, features, and other factors prior to listing them on the market.
  • Maintained relationships with current and prospective clients by providing exceptional customer service throughout the transaction process.
  • Organized open houses for prospective buyers in order to showcase available properties.
  • Gave buyers physical and virtual tours of properties.
  • Analyzed housing markets and identified potential buyers.
  • Performed all aspects of bookkeeping transactions daily.
  • Maintained mileage log to all active Agents.
  • Performed leadership role in training new Agents in all aspects of Real Estate and review Q&A to recap what’s been discussed.
  • Mail out 1099 to all contracted active Agents before the end of the year.

County of Riverside EDA Facilities Management
Riverside, CA

Accountant II
02.2000 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify discrepancies or trends.
  • Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication between finance department activities and operations.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Researched complex transactions and identified potential issues.
  • Reconciled intercompany balances and eliminated differences in a timely manner.
  • Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
  • Maintained accurate invoice summaries and collection records to enhance monitoring of billing and cash inflows.
  • Verified documented and requested disbursements to facilitate payments.
  • Analyzed monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
  • Interacted with internal and external auditors to help complete audits and resolve issues.
  • Collected and assembled financial data to analyze costs on year-to-year basis relative to fiscal planning and budgeting activities.
  • Analyzed revenue and expenditure trends and recommended appropriate budget levels to business operations leaders.
  • Completed budget plans for approval and submission by managerial staff.
  • Examined budget estimates for completeness, accuracy and conformance with procedures and regulations.
  • Conducted financial analysis and research to advise senior management on forecasting decisions.

Best Property Management
Redlands , CA

Bookkeeper (Temporary - ProTemp Agency)
12.1999 - 01.2000

Job overview

  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

International Intelligence & Research Agency
Pomona, CA

Investigator III
05.1995 - 12.1999

Job overview

Background Research on subject mainly Worker’s Comp Cases resulted in zero award.

  • Utilized surveillance techniques to observe subjects in public areas.
  • Analyzed data gathered during investigations to determine the validity of claims or theories.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing investigative activities and results.
  • Performed background checks on persons of interest in investigations.
  • Attended training sessions to stay current on new investigative trends and technologies.
  • Adhered to departmental policies regarding investigations and reporting procedures.
  • Maintained detailed case log of all cases assigned to monitor progress and completion.
  • Maintained organized records of all information and material pertinent to open investigations.
  • Ran background checks of individuals to obtain data on character, financial status and personal history.
  • Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.

Assignments varies from counties of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, LA County and Ventura Counties, Orange County, and San Diego County Municipal and Superior Courts, and District Courts

Paint International
Houston, Texas

FullCharge Bookkeeper
01.1991 - 12.1993

Job overview

  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
  • Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
  • Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
  • Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Performed research to collect and record industry data.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.

Oshman’s Sporting Goods
Houston, TX

Office Manager
03.1984 - 10.1991

Job overview

Performed Daily Cash Reconciliation Process on all 14-16 Cash Registers to make sure all cash, and credit card payments are balanced including void after transactions that caused the register became short.

  • Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
  • Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
  • Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.

Assisted quarterly and bi-annual store inventory.

Processed Return Items to Contracted Vendors, from Customer Returns.

Assisted Store Manager during Interview and Testing Process for potential candidates for store job openings.

Education

University of Phoenix
San Bernardino, CA

Bachelor of Science from Business Management
06.2002

Southwestern University
Cebu City, Philippines

Bachelor of Arts from Pre-Medicine And Changed To English Grammar
09.1977

East Visayan Academy
Bulacao, Talisay, Cebu, Philippines

High School Diploma
06.1974

Mountain View College
Malaybalay, Bukidnon, Philippines

Some College (No Degree) from Biology

Houston Community College
Houston, TX

Some College (No Degree) from Travel And Tourism

San Jacinto College
Houston, Texas

Some College (No Degree) from Computer O

Skills

  • Ten Key Touch
  • Excel
  • Oracle
  • SAP
  • Peoplsoft
  • Quicken
  • Realworld
  • Variance Analysis
  • Budget Analysis
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Tax Return Filing
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Bookkeeping
  • Tax Preparation
  • Payroll Administration
  • Year-End Close
  • Auditing
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Reporting
  • General Ledger Entries
  • Superior Attention to Detail
  • Financial Auditing
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounting and Bookkeeping
  • Full-Cycle Accounting
  • Account Reconciliation Expert
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Finance
  • Customer Relations
  • Analytical Research
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Financial Statements
  • A/P and A/R

References

  • References available upon request

Timeline

Real Estate Broker

AWES Real Estate
10.2020 - Current

Accountant II

County of Riverside EDA Facilities Management
02.2000 - 09.2020

Bookkeeper (Temporary - ProTemp Agency)

Best Property Management
12.1999 - 01.2000

Investigator III

International Intelligence & Research Agency
05.1995 - 12.1999

FullCharge Bookkeeper

Paint International
01.1991 - 12.1993

Office Manager

Oshman’s Sporting Goods
03.1984 - 10.1991

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science from Business Management

Southwestern University

Bachelor of Arts from Pre-Medicine And Changed To English Grammar

East Visayan Academy

High School Diploma

Mountain View College

Some College (No Degree) from Biology

Houston Community College

Some College (No Degree) from Travel And Tourism

San Jacinto College

Some College (No Degree) from Computer O
Edna Hawkins