I am looking for remote work in a role that values efficiency and offers growth opportunities.
Charlene Jonelis
@charlenejonelis
Experienced bookkeeper with a strong background in financial management.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated bookkeeping professional with over 20 years of experience in various financial roles. My career has spanned from being a Controller at Confirmed Freight, LLC, where I significantly reduced payroll costs and streamlined tax documentation processes, to part-time bookkeeping positions that have honed my administrative and financial skills.
Throughout my career, I have developed a strong expertise in QuickBooks, payroll management, and real estate appraisal. My role as a Provisional Residential Real Estate Appraiser allowed me to expand our services into new territories, demonstrating my ability to grow business operations. I pride myself on my attention to detail and my commitment to improving efficiency in every role I undertake.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Bookkeeping Positions
Green & Daughters
May 1996 - Dec 2023 (27 years 7 months)
Performed various duties including receptionist and administrative work, full charge bookkeeping, marketing, advertising, tax preparation, and inventory reconciliation. Managed diverse responsibilities across multiple companies, ensuring efficient operation and financial accuracy.
Bookkeeping Positions
MJR Construction of CT, LLC
Jan 2016 - May 2022 (6 years 4 months)
Performed various duties including receptionist and administrative work, full charge bookkeeping, marketing, advertising, tax preparation, and inventory reconciliation. Managed diverse responsibilities across multiple companies, ensuring efficient operation and financial accuracy.
Bookkeeping Positions
Ziggy Construction
Mar 2013 - Mar 2021 (8 years)
Performed various duties including receptionist and administrative work, full charge bookkeeping, marketing, advertising, tax preparation, and inventory reconciliation. Managed diverse responsibilities across multiple companies, ensuring efficient operation and financial accuracy.
Bookkeeping Positions
BAARTPrograms
Feb 2020 - Jul 2020 (5 months)
Performed various duties including receptionist and administrative work, full charge bookkeeping, marketing, advertising, tax preparation, and inventory reconciliation. Managed diverse responsibilities across multiple companies, ensuring efficient operation and financial accuracy.
Controller
Confirmed Freight, LLC
Apr 2005 - Jun 2013 (8 years 2 months)
Verified and submitted ADP and Paychex payroll biweekly, and conducted cost/performance analysis for company 401K, medical, dental, FSA, and AFLAC plans. Reduced payroll costs by half and significantly cut tax and insurance expenses, while decreasing turnaround time on employee, contractor, and company tax documentation.
Bookkeeper/Real Estate Appraiser
Austin McGuire Co.
Oct 2001 - Nov 2004 (3 years 1 month)
Performed residential real estate inspections and appraisals as a Provisional Residential Real Estate Appraiser covering lower Fairfield County. Opened a New York division covering upper Westchester County and established new customer relationships for services.
Office Manager
Mitchel, Maxwell & Jackson Appraisals
Jan 1998 - Oct 2001 (3 years 9 months)
Managed AR and AP for the Greenwich Connecticut office and satellite offices in Waterbury and Seymour, handling appraisal tracking, billing, and filing. Reorganized the email system to streamline client communication and improved the filing system and supply closet for better efficiency.
Education
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Johnson State College
Minor in Business Management & Major in Early Childhood Education, Business Management & Early Childhood Education
Pursued a comprehensive curriculum focusing on both business management principles and early childhood education methodologies. Gained foundational knowledge in administrative practices and educational development.
Gibbs College
Executive Secretarial Certificate, Executive Secretarial Studies
Completed a program focused on executive secretarial skills, preparing for administrative and office management roles. Developed proficiency in various office procedures and organizational tasks.
Appraisal & Real Estate School of Connecticut
Real Estate Appraisal License RSP.948, Real Estate Appraisal
Obtained a Real Estate Appraisal License, focusing on the principles and practices of property valuation. Acquired the necessary credentials to perform professional real estate appraisals.
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