Arlene Espenant
Hudson Bay,SK
Summary
Detail-oriented administrative professional with expertise in bookkeeping, payroll administration, and customer relationship management. Proven ability to enhance office operations and ensure safety compliance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Administrative Assistant
Lorne's Welding & Fabricating Ltd.
Hudson Bay, SK
10.2014 - Current
- Maintained safe work environment by following and supporting safe practices
- Conducted essential bookkeeping with proficiency in SAGE 50 accounting software
- Prepared payroll and records of employment
- Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
- Managed daily office operations and maintained office supplies inventory to support efficient workplace functionality.
- Created and maintained spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for accurate record-keeping and reporting.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via email or phone.
- Greeted visitors and answered incoming calls, effectively providing information or redirecting inquiries to appropriate personnel.
- Group health plan administrator
- Maintained filing systems to organize documents and essential records efficiently.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data in accordance with company policies.
- Served as S.G.I. safety inspection signing officer, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Janitor
Mazurek Industries
Hudson Bay, SK
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Performed regular custodial duties in assigned areas of the building
- Performed tasks independently after hours
Resident Manager
Superior Property Management
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2003 - 07.2007
- Executed responsibilities similar to those in the previous role.
Resident Manager
First Properties / Kenbrooke Properties Inc.
Drayton Valley, Alberta
01.2005 - 09.2006
- Resolved tenant complaints in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with all residents
- Coordinated with external vendors for repairs and maintenance services as required by the property owners
- Conducted regular inspections of the building and property
- Managed rental agreements to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Collected, recorded, and deposited resident payments on time, handling funds with care and confidentiality.
- Met with prospective tenants to show property and explain terms of occupancy.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Bookkeeping 1 & 2: Financial Records, Payroll, Tax
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Regina, SK04-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Simply Accounting: SAGE 50
Cumberland College
Hudson Bay, SK01-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Augustana University College
Camrose, AB04-2001
Skills
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll administration
- Microsoft Excel
- Word processing
- Safety compliance
- Data entry
- Filing system management
- Customer relationship management
- Office operations management
- Accounts payable and receivable
Certification
- Office Health, Safety, and WHMIS: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety. Completed February 2025.
Timeline
Office Administrative Assistant
Lorne's Welding & Fabricating Ltd.
10.2014 - Current
Janitor
Mazurek Industries
01.2012 - 01.2014
Resident Manager
First Properties / Kenbrooke Properties Inc.
01.2005 - 09.2006
Resident Manager
Superior Property Management
01.2003 - 07.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Bookkeeping 1 & 2: Financial Records, Payroll, Tax
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Some College (No Degree) - Simply Accounting: SAGE 50
Cumberland College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Augustana University College