ANNA DESMARAIS
St. Clements,MB
Summary
Hardworking and focused administrative professional offering finance experience, management skills and event planning and execution through years of performance. Proficient at drafting reports, business correspondence and data entry. Exceptional leadership and problem solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FINANCE OFFICER
Manitoba Métis Federation
2023.04 - Current
- Basic accounting, Quickbooks and bank account reconciliation.
- Cash flow management, accounts payable/receivable.
- Manage cheque distribution and requisitions.
- Budget forecasting and monitoring.
- Report and provide support to supervisor, directors and Winnipeg Region Cabinet/Caucus - Vice-President and 2 Ministers
- Administrative duties such as, internal and external correspondence, data entry, filing, reception coverage, client relations etc.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, OneDrive, Outlook etc. and other applications such as Adobe Acrobat and Canva.
- Ensure and maintain strict client confidentiality.
- Assisted with large event coordination and execution such as the; MMF's Annual General Assembly (2023 & 2024) and Extraordinary General Assembly (2023), Winnipeg Métis Association's Annual Regional Meeting (2023 & 2024), Graduation (2023 & 2024), Local Executive Leadership Leadership Training (2023 & 2024) and more.
- Manage Métis Club (Hall) rentals and bookings including invoicing and accounts payable. Open and close hall for clients.
- Operate social media page for the Winnipeg Region - Facebook.
APPOINTMENT COORDINATOR & BDC
Selkirk GM
2018.03 - 2021.12
- Greeted clients professionally and provided assistance in person and over the phone, directed phone calls to appropriate parties.
- Confirmed and created appointments by communicating with clients and updated client records - at high volume.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Handled payment transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, scanning, faxing documents etc.
- Assist with payroll, time sheets and overtime calculation.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Achieved sales targets by creating business, automotive service sales.
MANAGER - CUSTOMER SERVICE & CASHIERS
Canadian Tire
2013.06 - 2018.03
- Managed cashiers cash handling and daily cash deposits, ensuring accuracy and deposit pick ups, cash/safe balancing.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Managing internal and external conflict.
- Coordinated schedules for 20+ employees, ensuring coverage and efficiency.
- Conducted employee evaluations to assess performance and provide feedback.
- Screened employment candidates and conducted interviews, handled employee termination.
- Key holder responsibilities, opening and closing large retail store alone.
- Completed third-party management training.
Education
Business Administration Diploma With Honours - Financial Services
Red River College Polytechnic
Winnipeg, MBHigh School Diploma - Arts & Sciences
Lord Selkirk Regional High School
Selkirk, MBSkills
- Bank Reconciliation
- Financial Administration
- Accounts Receivable/Payable
- General ledger accounting
- Attention to detail
- Critical Thinking
- Time management
- Team work
Certification
Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker Certification (CAIB 2)
Insurance Brokers Association of Manitoba (IBAM)
Fundamentals of Insurance
Insurance Brokers Association of Manitoba (IBAM)
First Aid and CPR/AED
Canadian Red Cross
Gender-Based Analysis Plus
Government of Canada
References
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Rene ST. CROIX, Auto Service Manager - Selkirk GM
Tracey YAKIELASHEK, Manager - Selkirk Canadian Tire
Timeline
FINANCE OFFICER
Manitoba Métis Federation
2023.04 - Current
APPOINTMENT COORDINATOR & BDC
Selkirk GM
2018.03 - 2021.12
MANAGER - CUSTOMER SERVICE & CASHIERS
Canadian Tire
2013.06 - 2018.03
Business Administration Diploma With Honours - Financial Services
Red River College Polytechnic
High School Diploma - Arts & Sciences
Lord Selkirk Regional High School
Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker Certification (CAIB 2)
Insurance Brokers Association of Manitoba (IBAM)
Fundamentals of Insurance
Insurance Brokers Association of Manitoba (IBAM)
First Aid and CPR/AED
Canadian Red Cross
Gender-Based Analysis Plus
Government of Canada
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