Elaine Cain
3199 Lotz Drive, Grove City, Ohio 43123
cell (614) 440-2015
ecain5@columbus.rr.com
PROFILE
Strong 34 years experience in accounting, administrative support, merchandising, inventory control and customer service.
Experienced in retail and wholesale areas of: ready to wear, automotive, marine and recreational vehicle markets.
Versatile, hard working, organized team player that strives for a high level of satisfaction for our customers and fellow
employees.
SUMMARY
Accounting
Book/Post sales/service into accounting.
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Accurately code/enter new information as well as post payments/corrections and make changes when necessary.
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Handled basic accounting functions and schedules: A/P, A/R, service invoicing, etc.
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Prepare commission/payroll report for review.
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Claims processor for returns, warranty and service contracts.
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Detailed inventory clerk-physical and various computer programs.
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Payoff floor plan, floor units, interest payments, bank audits.
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Post/reconcile holdback, flooring assistance, delivery, advertising and incentives.
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Calculate, post, pay and collect all Finance & Insurance reserves, contracts and incentives.
Prepare title and registration.
Administrative Support
Coordinate office activities and storing, retrieving and integrating information for distribution to staff and clients.
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Provide training and orientation to new employees.
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Plan and schedule meetings, appointments, travel arrangements and daily schedule.
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Conducted research/audits and prepare reports as needed.
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Negotiate with vendors, purchase inventory, supplies and special orders-follow up on delivery and distribution.
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Assist in month and year-end financial statements.
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Prepare weekly chargeback reports for review.
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Reconciled daily department transactions.
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Supported fellow co-workers as a backup when necessary.
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Customer service, retail and wholesale, various areas.
Merchandising
Determine inventory selection from customer base and other resources.
Design department layout/design to maximize sales.
Initiate creative displays.
Create cost effective advertising plans.
Coordinate in store promotions.
Increase/reduce inventory as necessary.
Inventory processing, shipping and receiving.
Other Experience
Electrical construction-high voltage tower and street light installation; building maintenance/minor repairs- roofing, siding,
plumbing, fireplace installation, swimming pool maintenance; auto show and race cars; animal care-dogs (Chinese Shar-
pei, Chow and Pit Breeds) and thoroughbred race horses.
EDUCATION
Columbus Business University
Associate degree in Business Management, Accounting and Merchandising
Chrysler Corporation
Gold certified Warranty Administrator and management courses.
Bishop Ready High School
Lazarus Executive Development Program
TJX Corp. ( Homegoods Div.) Foundations Of Leadership Program, Management Training
Computer Training in MIS Systems, ADP, Reynolds & Reynolds, Sheppard Inventory, Carman, UCS
and various manufacturer/industry software systems.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Homegoods
Direct Performance-Toyota, Mazda and Collision
Arrowhead Yacht Club (3 stores)
Bob Caldwell Dodge/Bob Caldwell Chrysler/Jeep
Byers Dodge/Chevy
Ricart Automotive-Chrysler/Jeep
Stoltzfus Trailer Sales & Marine
Checkered Flag Automotive Group(7 stores)
North Point Dodge
ESK Inc. (Devon Apparel)
K Mart
I.B.E.W. Local 71 & 683
Fireplace Distributors
F.R. Lazarus Co.
References available upon request.
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Key Manager & Coordinator
Inventory Clerk/Posting Adm.
F/I Mgr and Promo. Adm.
Warranty Adm./Mgr.Assist.
Warranty Adm./Mgr.Assist.
Warranty Adm./Mgr.Assist.
Administrative Assist.
Acct/Inventory Control
Inventory Ctrl/Purchasing
Administrative Assist.
Advertising Merchandiser
Ground man/Ctrl.safety & supply
Whsl/Franchise Coordinator
Buyer-3 dept/7 locations