Sara Green Williams

Experience

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  Discount Records

  Jan 1987 - Jan 1988

  Buyer, Clerk
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  Orpheum Records

  Jan 1988 - Jan 1993

  Buyer, Clerk, Receiving
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  Ear Wax - Seattle [closed]

  Dec 1994 - Jan 1997

  Owner

  Owned and operated independent record store in Seattle, WA

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  Amazon.com

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2000

  Music Buyer, Electornic Ordering, Warehouse
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  Tractor Tavern

  Feb 2001 - Feb 2005

  Office & PR Manager, Bartender
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  One Reel

  Feb 2005 - Sept 2005

  PR & Communications Manager
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  KEXP

  Nov 2005 - May 2016

  Responsible for creating, implementing, and managing the financial and human resource processes, control and support systems, and compliance integral to day-to-day operations. As Controller, responsible for oversight of all financial management and bookkeeping processes, including internal financial controls, risk management, regulatory compliance, and management of a successful annual audit process. As Director of Human Resources, responsible for promoting and implementing human resource values and programs, including payroll and benefits management, directing feedback and performance management strategies, developing and implementing HR policies, supporting professional development for all staff, and employment law compliance.•Manages all financial bookkeeping processes and internal control policies and procedures for the organization; leads the organization’s annual financial audit and IRS tax form preparation processes to ensure an unqualified audit each year.•Manages all bank accounts, loan and/or financing accounts, investment and asset management, and business insurance programs; responsible for cash flow reporting, planning, and management.•Oversees the human resources functions of the organization.•Manages recruiting processes for the organization, including job description development, recruiting software, hiring process guidance; ensures that EEO and FCC regulations are followed.•Directs the annual employee benefits renewal process, including seeking out plans that will provide the most effective benefits for staff while maintaining and adhering to annual fiscal and budget needs.•Develops and directs employee performance management, feedback, engagement, and recognition programs, ensuring that all staff receive frequent feedback, professional development initiatives are supported, and all staff have opportunities to provide feedback and receive recognition; works closely with the COO to develop and implement annual compensation plans. Show less Responsible for creating, implementing, and managing the internal and external financial and human resource support systems integral to the day-to-day operations of KEXP, including all bookkeeping and financial management processes, human resources policies and practices, payroll and benefits management, reporting and compliance, and more. Supported the work of the Director of Business & Operations, and responsible for managing a successful annual audit process. A vital part of KEXP’s daily organizational functions.•Managed all financial bookkeeping processes and procedures for the organization, ensuring that all financial recordkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and reporting practices were in alignment with industry and GAAP best practices, fraud prevention best practices, and KEXP policies and procedures.•Managed the organization’s annual financial audit and IRS tax form preparation processes, including working closely with the external audit team, KEXP leadership, and the Board audit sub-committee, to ensure that all audit tasks are completed on time, all fiscal documentation was in line with both KEXP policy and audit requirements, and all completed audit and IRS documents were accurate.•Oversaw all employee human resources information, including ensuring proper employee records maintenance, internal human resources audits, and researching and improving utilization of human resources information systems (HRIS). •Managed annual employee benefits renewal process, including seeking out best rates and plans to provide the most effective benefits; managed annual open enrollment process.•Managed payroll processing and all compliance and reporting requirements.•Managed and facilitated the annual employee performance review process, including developing review forms and rating scales, coaching managers and supervisors in the review process, ensuring review deadlines are met, and maintaining review record keeping. Show less

  • Controller & Director of Human Resources

    Jan 2015 - May 2016

  • Manager of Finance & Human Resources

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2015

  • Administrative Coordinator & Bookkeeper

    Nov 2005 - Jan 2009
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  Match & Gasoline LLC

  Apr 2016 - now

  President

  Currently available to consult on an as-needed basis, now physically located in Pittsburgh. Match + Gasoline LLC provided a variety of event-related services in the greater Seattle area, in frequent collaboration with our friends at Monumental Undertaking. Together, we created full-service events, both indoor and outdoor, and provided the infrastructure needed to make them successful. Please reach out to us for more information and let's see how we can collaborate!Match + Gasoline is also the parent company for Rat City Boxes, made-to-order record (or other media) storage boxes. Check out the Match + Gas website for more information!http://www.matchandgasoline.com/https://www.facebook.com/matchandgas/ Show less

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  The Sophia Way

  Aug 2019 - Feb 2021

  Director Of Business Operations
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  City Theatre Company

  Jan 2021 - Dec 2023

  Director of Finance And Payroll
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  Hello Neighbor

  Dec 2023 - Sept 2024

  Director of Finance