Catherine Adeyemi
Scarborough,ONTARIO
Summary
Highly motivated and focused individual with sound problem-solving skills. Analytical, flexible and a result-oriented team player with strong communication skills. A very good self-starter with the ability to work unsupervised and under pressure.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Security Guard
Securtrust Protection
06.2023 - Current
- Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Administrative Secretary-Volunteer
The African Community Hub Toronto
01.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting seniors of African origin through the provision of high-quality care programs, cultural activities, and social support services that enhance their overall quality of life
- Work in collaboration with the directors of the community to organize events for African Seniors
- Reconcile group company transactions monthly and as requested by management
- Compute the budget and prepared a feasibility report for the association’s next level of activities
- A non-profit organization dedicated to supporting seniors of African origin through the provision of high-quality care programs, cultural activities, and social support services that enhance their overall quality of life
Insurance Agency Manager
Leadway Assurance Company Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Ability to develop effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent and meet hiring goals
- Strong skills in assessing candidate qualifications, conducting reference checks, and negotiating job offers
- Performed analysis of sales and budget reporting
Insurance Agency Manager
Custodian Life Assurance Limited
01.2005 - 10.2020
- Demonstrated expertise in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding Sales Agents
- Delivered effective training programs for Sales Agents
- Identified training needs, developing training materials, and conducting engaging and interactive training sessions
- Conducted analysis of Sales Report and preparation of Unit Budget
Accounts Manager
AFPRINT PLC
09.1986 - 01.2005
- Responsible for preparation of Payroll and Wages Report including expatriate payroll based on schedule and disbursed under supervision of foreign exchange and market regulations
- Prepared Profit and Loss accounts
- Reconciled group company transactions monthly and as requested by management
Education
Graduate Certificate - Community Service Work
Canadian All Care College
240 Alton Towers, Scarborough, Ontario02-2025
Professional Office Administration (POA) - clerical and administrative related careers
YWCA Skills Development Centre
12.2024
CPR Certificate - CPR/First Aid/AED, Level C
Canadian Red Cross
04.2023
Security Guard License -
Ministry of the Solicitor General
01.2023
Certified Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria
05.1998
National Diploma -
Yaba College of Technology
07.1990
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Accountability
- Compliance Assurance
- Accuracy
- Spreadsheet Proficiency
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Emergency awareness
References
Available Upon Request
Volunteer Experience
Administrative Secretary-Volunteer, The African Community Hub Toronto, 01/01/23, 12/31/23, Work in collaboration with the directors of the community to organize events for African Seniors., Reconcile group company transactions monthly and as requested by management., Compute the budget and prepared a feasibility report for the association’s next level of activities., Helped with organizing three successful special events., Assisted with members of the board to set up and run the website for the association.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Reading
Ready to Learn new things and read extensively
Timeline
Event Security Guard
Securtrust Protection
06.2023 - Current
Administrative Secretary-Volunteer
The African Community Hub Toronto
01.2023 - Current
Insurance Agency Manager
Leadway Assurance Company Ltd
01.2020 - 01.2023
Insurance Agency Manager
Custodian Life Assurance Limited
01.2005 - 10.2020
Accounts Manager
AFPRINT PLC
09.1986 - 01.2005
CPR Certificate - CPR/First Aid/AED, Level C
Canadian Red Cross
Security Guard License -
Ministry of the Solicitor General
Certified Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria
National Diploma -
Yaba College of Technology
Graduate Certificate - Community Service Work
Canadian All Care College
Professional Office Administration (POA) - clerical and administrative related careers
YWCA Skills Development Centre
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