Anita French
Dundas,ON
Summary
Personable and dependable Administrative and Executive Assistant with proven experience in reception, office management, and sales support. Adept at creating a welcoming first impression while keeping offices running smoothly through strong organization, multitasking, and attention to detail.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Great North Auto and Financing
Place
06.2025 - Current
- Administrative support for sales and management team
- Payroll Administration: reviewed and reconciled sales payroll documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Administrative Assistant
Throat Threads Apparel Inc.
Burlington, Ontario
02.2002 - 08.2024
- Director of First Impressions for an Apparel Sales and Marketing Company
- Front Desk Reception: managed a busy multi-line phone system, screening and directing calls with professionalism.
- Personal Assistant to CEO
- Client Relations
- Office Management
- Sales & Showroom Support
- Travel coordination for Sales staff
Administrative Assistant
Nationwide Audio Visual Co.
Mississauga, Ontario
08.2000 - 08.2001
- Processed quotations and invoices to support sales initiatives.
- Managed purchases and return authorizations to enhance vendor relations.
- Delivered exemplary customer service to support client satisfaction.
Administrative Assistant
Pack N Rail Ltd.
Burlington, Ontario
12.1995 - 04.1999
- Managed front desk operations at innovative export and packaging company, facilitating positive client interactions.
- Coordinated schedules, meetings, and executive communications for President, enhancing workflow and communication.
- Developed and managed customized inventory software system for streamlined operations.
- Oversaw office management duties to maintain an organized and productive work environment.
- Prepared sales quotations and correspondence
- Handled accounts payable processes
- Supported payroll processing to ensure timely employee compensation.
Education
Retail and Business Management -
Sheridan College
Oakville05-1992
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Travel coordination
- Nortel Phone System Switchboard Operation and Programming
- CRM data management
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Great North Auto and Financing
06.2025 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Throat Threads Apparel Inc.
02.2002 - 08.2024
Administrative Assistant
Nationwide Audio Visual Co.
08.2000 - 08.2001
Administrative Assistant
Pack N Rail Ltd.
12.1995 - 04.1999
Retail and Business Management -
Sheridan College