Cerian Smith
Bowmanville,ON
Summary
Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and foster student engagement demonstrated during tenure at Ontario Tech University. Expert in organization and time management, adept at leveraging technology to streamline processes. Well-versed in teaching strategies and grading procedures, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Ontario Tech University
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Partnered with professor to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Office Manager
Your Dream Home Team - KW Energy Real Estate Group
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
Accounts Receivable Administrator/Finance Associate
Steam Whistle Brewing
06.2015 - 02.2017
- Developed and conducted training sessions for new team members, promoting a culture of continuous learning and growth within the Accounts Receivable department.
- Facilitated timely payment from customers by providing detailed invoice information and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Reduced days sales outstanding by implementing effective follow-up strategies for overdue invoices.
- Reconciled accounts with a large volume of transactions.
- Managed the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting relating to Accounts Receivable balances.
- Conducted regular account audits to identify potential issues before they escalated into major problems or write-offs.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams, such as Finance and Sales, to optimize processes impacting Accounts Receivable operations seamlessly.
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable/Office Administrator
Die-Max Tool & Die
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities while juggling diverse responsibilities, including reception duties and ad-hoc administrative tasks.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Aided in employee onboarding through training new hires on office procedures, software applications, and company policies.
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
- Maximized office space utilization by maintaining a clean, organized work environment that encouraged productivity and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa, ON12.2024
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Minor: Educational Studies & Digital Technologies
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa, ON04.2023
Business Administration Advanced Diploma - Accounting
Durham College
Oshawa, ON04.2013
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Test Proctoring
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Lesson Planning
- Organization
- Time Management
- Documentation Skills
- Technological Proficiency
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Ontario Tech University
05.2022 - 05.2023
Office Manager
Your Dream Home Team - KW Energy Real Estate Group
05.2017 - 08.2018
Accounts Receivable Administrator/Finance Associate
Steam Whistle Brewing
06.2015 - 02.2017
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable/Office Administrator
Die-Max Tool & Die
05.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior
Ontario Tech University
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Minor: Educational Studies & Digital Technologies
Ontario Tech University
Business Administration Advanced Diploma - Accounting
Durham College
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