Amy N. Smidl is seeking a position that utilizes her 15 years of experience in office administration, project management, and accounting roles. She has a diverse background including positions in real estate development, construction, auto sales, and professional services. Smidl has strong skills in organization, communication, and using software such as Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and AutoCAD. She is pursuing a bachelor's degree and is Microsoft Word and Excel certified.
Administrative & Office Services Professional well-respected for ability to take initiative, multi-task and manage projects. Excellent organizational, communication and customer service skills. Attentive to detail, able to quickly and effectively prioritize to meet deadlines, and an independent thinker. Strong accounting and mathematical computation skills.
1. Amy N. Smidl
140 West Wood Street, Unit 315
Palatine, IL 60067
224-800-5033 amy.smidl@gmail.com
Objective
To provide exemplary service to an organization and its staff through dedication, clear and concise
communication, effective organization, and attention to detail.
Experience
04/2015-10/2015 Swartz & Reeder Advisors
Office Administration
• Prepared sales tax for clients
• Assisted with forming new corporations
• Prepared yearly Annual Reports for clients
• Assisted with quarterly payroll tax filing
• Scanned, digitally filed, and shredded documents
• Calendar coordination
• Phone coverage
06/2013-08/2014 MixOnSite USA, Inc. – Buffalo Grove, IL
Estimating Assistant
• Scoured websites for potential project to bid
• Called contractors on bid list to confirm bid
• Accounts Payable
• Researched/obtained proper licensing for projects
• Obtained plans and specifications, review for product application
• Ordered office supplies
• Coordinated for office machine repair
• Prepared and sent marketing materials
• Phone coverage
10/2012-4/2013 Rohrman Auto Group – Palatine/Arlington Heights, IL
Payroll Coordinator
• Prepared and processed payroll for 50+ employees
• Benefit coordination
• New hire/termination processing, background checks, motor vehicle record, coordinate drug testing
• Assisted with Accounts Payable
• Phone coverage
04/2011-7/2012 JRC Design Build, Inc. – Arlington Heights, IL
Office Manager
• Oversaw A/P, A/R, payroll, and benefits for 17 employees
• Conducted fleet management
• Contract management and permit processing
• Ordered office supplies as needed
• Handled property management for 7 rental homes
• Managed property taxes for 7 rental homes, 3 empty lots, and 1 commercial building
• Managed IT and any other computer inquires as requested
05/2007-03/2009 Ascher Brothers Co., Inc. – Chicago, IL
Assistant Project Manager
• Collaborated with Project Managers from initial bid to finalization of contract
• Gathered insurance requirements and additional insured information from contractor in order to obtain
certificates of insurance
2. • Reviewed, processed and entered contracts and change orders into accounting systems
• Followed-up on any outstanding change order requests
• Tracked accounting on projects and maintain detailed files
• Prepared close-out documents (product information, warranty letters, etc.) for after project completion
• Researched subcontractor licensing policies and procedures, request and obtain any and all licenses
required
11/2005-04/2007 Tucker Development Corporation – Highland Park, IL
Executive Administrative Assistant to VP of Development, VP Construction, Tenant Coordinator, and
Director of Development
• Researched potential properties: gathered information such as tax assessments, FEMA information,
demographics, other local retail in the area
• Prepared marketing materials for new, existing and potential site locations
• Collaborated with Tenant Coordinator for tenant build-outs
• Assisted with permitting/zoning, researched and obtained address assignments on new developments
• Tracked budget for IT purchases/services
• Prepared letters and transmittals
• Managed and tracked all contracts and change orders for new build and tenant build-outs
• Tracked certificates of insurance on all contractors and sub-contractors
08/2002-11/2005 Arlington Hospitality, Inc. - Arlington Heights, IL
Executive Administrative Assistant to Sr. VP of Real Estate and Business Development (and
Acting CEO), and to the Sr. VP of Construction & Development/Office Manager
• Collaborated with all upper management in the company and with the Board of Directors
• Completed heavy travel arrangements and maintained calendars for Sr. VP of Real Estate (Acting
CEO) and Sr. VP of Construction
• Researched zoning and permitting regulations for various locations countrywide and assisted during
the application process
• Interacted closely with brokers, buyers and investors of hotels
• Assisted legal department with due diligence items on listed properties
• Prepared 10Q and 10K reports
• Managed building security five story commercial building
• Supported the IT department with various tasks
• Ordered office and building supplies as needed
7/1993-6/1999 A-1 Auto Salvage, Inc. - Washington, IA
Co-Owner/Office Manager
• Oversaw A/P, A/R, payroll, and billing
• Prepared federal and state taxes for finalization by accountant
• Located parts using ADP/Hollander yard management software
Hardware/Software Experience
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Outlook
• Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10
• Adobe Photoshop
• AutoCAD
• Regis
• ACT!
• QuickBooks
• Proficient in computer configuration, support, and repair
• ADP
References
• Available upon request
3. Education
• AA in Business at Harper College
• Member Phi Theta Kappa and Kappa Beta Delta
• Microsoft Word and Excel 2013 Certified
• Currently pursuing Bachelor’s degree at Eastern Illinois University, will graduate Fall 2016