TARA K. FOXGROVER
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic Administrative Professional with extensive experience in managing payroll and administrative functions in fast-paced environments. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency through effective communication and streamlined processes, while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Skilled in overseeing complex billing and record management tasks. Proven productivity in a high volume and high stress environment. Excellent communication skills, highly organized, and detail-oriented.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/PAYROLL MANAGER
PREMIER GLASS SERVICES LLC
Chicago/Bensenville
07.2020 - 11.2025
- Delivered comprehensive administrative support to president and staff in fast-paced office environment.
- Reviewed WIP reports quarterly with president and accountant for up to 250 service jobs.
- Processed weekly payroll, monthly billing reports, union contributions, and new hire documentation in QuickBooks.
- Managed full-cycle construction billing for large scale General Contractor (GC) accounts and Cook County Hospital projects valued over $1,000,000, including lien waivers, AIA Billings and certified payrolls.
- Issued certificates of insurance, dealing directly with agents and insurance companies to meet each customer's building requirements.
- Processed credit card transactions and reversals and managed third-party portals for service customers.
- Maintained company records as primary contact for customers and vendors, while managing receivables and payables.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards as union glass and glazing contractor.
- Streamlined operations by coordinating effective communication between departments and external partners.
UNDERWRITING TECHNICIAN/UNDERWRITING ASSISTANT
PROMONT ADVISORS, LLC
Chicago
07.2012 - 12.2019
- Provided support to Underwriters.
- Processing of binding coverage, issuing insurance policies, endorsements, cancellations, reinstatements, timely and accurately in order to provide quality underwriting products to clients while maintaining strong business relationships with customers and brokers.
- Insurance Underwriters Specializing in Difficult Risks
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
HARMON, INC. DBA SERVICE GLASS COMPANY
Chicago
08.1997 - 02.2012
- Provided administrative support to general manager, project managers, and sales department in fast-paced union office environment.
- Created weekly timesheets and processed payroll for union glaziers and ironworkers while ensuring compliance with union contracts.
- Educated newly hired union and office employees on paperwork and benefits packages.
- Processed monthly billings and developed proposals for service and contract jobs valued up to $2,000,000.
- Managed records efficiently while addressing customer service calls and processing sales tickets.
- Assisted safety manager with DOT and OSHA recordkeeping to uphold compliance standards.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant Program -
DALEY COLLEGE
Chicago, ILHigh School Diploma -
ST. BARBARA HIGH SCHOOL
Chicago, ILSkills
- Payroll Management
- QuickBooks proficiency
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Invoice Processing & Billing
- Customer Service excellence
- Accounts Management
- Records and Database oversight
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- HR management
- Employee Training and Development
- Front office reception
Timeline
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/PAYROLL MANAGER
PREMIER GLASS SERVICES LLC
07.2020 - 11.2025
UNDERWRITING TECHNICIAN/UNDERWRITING ASSISTANT
PROMONT ADVISORS, LLC
07.2012 - 12.2019
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
HARMON, INC. DBA SERVICE GLASS COMPANY
08.1997 - 02.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant Program -
DALEY COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
ST. BARBARA HIGH SCHOOL