Emily Marchant

Results-driven operations and retail leader with 2+ years in payroll, accounting, and compliance, plus 5+ years in retail sales, customer service, and visual merchandising. Proven expertise in financial accuracy, team leadership, inventory management, and sales growth. Strong background in process optimization, staff coordination, and maintaining high operational standards across multiple functions.

Skilled in QuickBooks, isolved, and retail management systems with a track record of delivering exceptional customer experiences and supporting business profitability.

Payroll and Accounting Manager - Elite Recruiting

(2023-08 - 2025-02)

• Reconciled weekly invoices against timesheets and contracts, resolving rate variances and identifying operational discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.

Interior Designer - Self Employed

(2016-03)

Part Time

• Manage new construction, kitchen, and full-home renovation projects within client budgets.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and artisans to deliver design solutions on time.

Realtor (Receptionist/Office Manager) - Blue Creek Realty

(2015-10 - 2017-12)

• Built a centralized business database improving data accessibility and office efficiency.

Cosmetic Beauty Advisor - Lancôme/Belk

(2013-03 - 2015-07)

• Ranked top 5 in sales during the final 13 months through deep product knowledge and customer education.
• Monitored inventory and consistently delivered exceptional customer service.

Interior Consultant/Furniture Sales Associate - Beyond Southern Furnishings

(2018-01 - 2019-05)

• Designed and maintained in-store displays to create visually appealing, customer-focused sales environments while guiding customers toward purchase decisions using design expertise.
• Extensive knowledge of home furnishings and inventory as well as latest upcoming trends

Bachelor of Arts - Art History - University of Alabama