Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Volunteer Experience
References
Timeline
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Jessica Rushton

Brantford,ON

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Board of Directors, Treasurer (Volunteer)

Applegate Co-Operative Homes
05.2017 - Current
  • Collaborate with board members to develop long-term financial goals and strategies for responsible spending.
  • Creation and enforcement of Community by-laws.
  • Attend monthly Board meetings in addition to Annual General Member meetings and NTA’s
  • Coordinate and facilitate community events including holiday parties and yearly member garage sales. In 2019 our board planned a successful fundraising event that contributed to the purchase and installation of a playground into the community.
  • Mentor members when conflict arises, always providing a non biased approach to resolution.
  • Work closely with our property manager to ensure safety and compliance within our community.

In 2023 I obtained a certificate recognizing participation and completion of “Call it out: Racism, Racial discrimination and Human Rights” as part of my ongoing education in Human Rights.

Student Services Representative (Summer Student)

Mohawk College School of Human Services
05.2012 - 09.2012
  • Assisted students and Alumni with registration and graduation concerns, in addition to helping co-op students with placement records.
  • Co-ordination of a Special Olympics event for the students of Mohawk College.
  • Responsible for the upkeep of the campus communication boards.

Cashier/Baker

Tim Hortons
03.2006 - 03.2010
  • When acting as store baker, responsibilities were to ensure that all baking standards were met as required.
  • Maintained a consistently fresh showcase and maintained accurate temperature logs.
  • As a tore front cashier my foremost responsibility was ensuring customer satisfaction and excellent customer service by providing fast and friendly service.
  • This position also included daily cash handling and till responsibilities.

Accounting Co-Ordinator/Receptionist

O.C.N.A.
02.2003 - 03.2006
  • I maintained a customer database of more than 175 newspapers across Ontario.
  • AP/AR as well as GST and PST remittance.
  • Month end always completed on time.
  • During fiscal year end all focus and attention was placed on ensuring all accounts reconciled to a zero balance.
  • Receptionist responsibilities included managing a 15-line Meridian Phone system ensuring all calls were handled in a professional and courteous manner.

Education

Business - Business Administration

Conestoga College
Brantford, ON
03.2024

Secondary School Diploma -

Grand Erie Learning Alternatives
Brantford, ON
06.2011

Skills

  • Skilled in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Excel and Word
  • Excellent written and oral communication
  • Strong capacity to demonstrate inclusiveness
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • High work ethic and ability to learn from mistakes

Languages

English
Full Professional

Volunteer Experience

  • Board of Directors, Treasurer, Applegate Co-Operative Homes, 05/2017, Present, Signing officer and key holder., Creation and enforcement of Community by-laws., Ensuring adherence to financial policies., Attending monthly Board meetings and Annual General Member meetings., Attendance at emergency meetings., Co-ordination of community events., Facilitating issues with fellow members., Working closely with property manager for safety and compliance.
  • Member Selection Committee, Applegate Co-Operative Homes, 05/2016, 05/2017, Interviewing potential members., Adhering to standards outlined by The Ontario Property Management Group Inc.

References

References will be made available upon request.

Timeline

Board of Directors, Treasurer (Volunteer)

Applegate Co-Operative Homes
05.2017 - Current

Student Services Representative (Summer Student)

Mohawk College School of Human Services
05.2012 - 09.2012

Cashier/Baker

Tim Hortons
03.2006 - 03.2010

Accounting Co-Ordinator/Receptionist

O.C.N.A.
02.2003 - 03.2006

Business - Business Administration

Conestoga College

Secondary School Diploma -

Grand Erie Learning Alternatives
Jessica Rushton