Beth M.

Riggs
5828 Clydesdale, El Paso TX 79924 / 420 Park Ave, Eaton CO 80615
(915) 603-7246, brdbdb0e@westpost.net
Objective
To obtain a challenging accounting position, utilizing my business management ex
perience, with an opportunity for professional growth based on performance.
Profile
Motivated, personable business professional with successful 20 year track record
in my business dealings and volunteer work. I have a history of quickly mast
ering technology in a multitude of business systems. Diplomatic and tactful wi
th professionals and non-professionals at all levels. Accustomed to handling sen
sitive, confidential records. Demonstrated history of producing accurate, timely
reports, meeting and finding creative solutions for problems as they occur.
Flexible and versatile - able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poise
d and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differenc
es. Thrive in deadline-driven environments. Excellent team-building skills.
Skills Summary
* Project Management
* Report Preparation
* Written Correspondence
* General Office Skills * Computer Savvy
* Customer Service
* Scheduling
* Marketing & Sales * Cash Reconciliation
* Accounting/Bookkeeping
* Collections
* Professional Presentations
Professional Experience
COMMUNICATION: REPORTS/PRESENTATIONS/TECHNOLOGY
* Author professional correspondence to customers and vendors.
* Collection of Multimillion dollar accounts. Experienced in Small business and
Manufacturing levels, national and international accounts.
* Coordinated Major events both for business and civic organizations.
* Public speaking and presentations given for various civic organizations.
* Created a Team environment within Credit department.
* Implemented Computer systems in multiple businesses both as team member as wel
l team leader from planning system to training of staff.
* Initiated and participated in Long Range strategic planning
* Created and produced Monthly accounting and Sales Tracking reports.
* Maintained employment records for staff.
CUSTOMER SERVICE/MARKETING/PROBLEM SOLVING
* Oversee front-office operations and provide impeccable customer service:
o Improved collection efforts and decreased DSO rates.
* Developed and implemented accounting systems for point of sales business.
* Process Sales Tax records and payments monthly. Handled an audit prior to tak
ing over the maintance of these records, and was able to save my employer a sign
ificant amount of money.
* Participated in Year long exclusive Leadership training for Texas School Board
members during which I was recognized by the State Board of Education.
DETAIL MASTERY & ORGANIZATION
* Manage day-to-day operations as multi-site business for Western Wholesale Sup
ply, Inc.
o Sales
o Delivery and Installation scheduling,
o Finances: accounts receivable, invoicing, collections, Cash reconciliation, po
sting to General Ledger.
o Supervision of a total of nine collections specialist, clerical, and cashiers
staff.
Employment History
WESTERN WHOLESALE SUPPLY, INC. - El Paso, TX
Credit Manager, 1998 to Present
YSLETA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT - El Paso, TX
School Board Trustee 2007 to 2010
CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT -- El Paso, TX
School Board Trustee 2008 to 2010
VALMONT INDUSTRIES - El Paso, TX
Credit Analyst 1996-1998
WESTERN WHOLESALE SUPPLY, INC. / BREY APPLIANCE PARTS - El Paso, TX
Credit Manager 1993-1996

Education
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS COLLEGE - El Paso, TX
Graduate 1989 GPA: 3.89/4.0
CORONADO HIGHSCHOOL - El Paso, TX
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL BOARDS - Leadership Class of 2010
NATIONAL ACCOCIATION OF CREDIT MANAGER - Texas lien process.
DUN AND BRADSTREET - Financial analysis