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Eve Uwamahoro

Eve Uwamahoro

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise spanning human resources, administration, and payroll. Proficient in overseeing benefits administration operations, ensuring strict compliance with employment legislation, and fostering positive employee relations. Skilled in recruitment, employee engagement, and performance management. Recognized for exemplary leadership, strategic acumen, and meticulous attention to detail. Proven ability to effectively manage diverse responsibilities while aligning with organizational objectives. Seasoned Benefits Administrator with a demonstrated aptitude for navigating program changes, enrollment periods, and contract negotiations. Possesses advanced organizational, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills honed throughout a decade-long career.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Human Resources and Office Administration

Africa Centre
03.2023 - Current
  • Plans, organizes, directs, controls and evaluates the operations of human resources.
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with employment legislation, including labor laws, health and safety regulations, and employment standards.
  • Manages Human Resource Information System (HRIS) platform (BambooHR) to streamline administrative tasks, track employee data, and generate reports.
  • Manages the recruitment process, including selection, interviewing, and onboarding new employees.
  • Oversees employee relations, including managing employee grievances, disciplinary procedures, and conflict resolution.
  • Bridges management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues.
  • Oversees employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive and productive work environment, including employee recognition and wellness programs.
  • Works with Directors, Managers and supervisors to nurture a positive working environment.
  • Maintains payroll and benefits program.
  • Streamlines benefits enrollment process for new hires, ensuring timely and accurate registration.
  • Ensures timely processing of life event changes, diligently updating employee records as needed.
  • Assists employees with benefits-related inquiries, ensuring prompt resolutions and increased satisfaction levels.
  • Assesses training needs to apply and monitor training programs.
  • Supervises clerical and administrative personnel.
  • Ensures a safe, secure, and well-maintained facility that meets environmental, health, and security standards.


Credit Card Management

  • Monitors credit card usage to ensure compliance with company policies and budgetary constraints.
  • Reviews and approves or denies credit card transactions based on established guidelines.
  • Reconciles credit card statements with receipts and invoices to verify accuracy and legitimacy of charges.
  • Identifies and addressing any discrepancies or fraudulent activity on credit card statements.
  • Works with vendors and financial institutions to resolve any issues related to credit card transactions.


Casino Event Coordinator/ Chairperson

  • Ensures that all activities related to casino events comply with regulatory requirements set forth by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC). This includes obtaining necessary permits and licenses, adhering to gaming policies, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Coordinates all aspects of the organization's participation in casino events, including scheduling, and logistics. This involves working closely with casino advisor
  • Recruits volunteers and ensures that volunteers understand their roles and responsibilities and comply with AGLC regulations.

Finance and Human Resources Assistant

Africa Centre
09.2021 - 02.2023


Human Resources Duties


  • Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
  • Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
  • Lead payroll processing to ensure timely delivery of paychecks to all employees.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
  • Enhanced onboarding experience for new hires by creating comprehensive orientation materials and training programs.
  • Lead compensation, benefits, and performance management systems.
  • Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and other HR topics.
  • Helped employees register for benefits programs using online portals.
  • Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
  • Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
  • Maintained compliance with federal and state labour laws by conducting regular audits of HR practices and documentation.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Created job descriptions on boards for vacant jobs.
  • Checked references for potential candidates.
  • Conducted exit interviews with terminated employees.


Finance Duties

  • Assisted with accounts payable and receivable tasks, resulting in improved cash flow management.
  • Served as a reliable point of contact for colleagues seeking assistance or clarification on finance-related matters.
  • Provided excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders, resolving finance-related inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Increased departmental efficiency by coordinating meetings, taking minutes, and distributing relevant information promptly.
  • Assisted with the implementation of new finance software system (SAGE 50), streamlining daily operations within the department.
  • Contributed to successful audits by diligently preparing financial documents as requested by auditors.
  • Maintained organized filing systems for easy access to important financial documents and records.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Resolved discrepancies in financial data to increase accuracy and reduce potential backlogs.


Casino Event Coordinator/ Chairperson

  • Ensured that all activities related to casino events comply with regulatory requirements set forth by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC). This includes obtaining necessary permits and licenses, adhering to gaming policies, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Coordinated all aspects of the organization's participation in casino events, including scheduling, and logistics. This involves working closely with casino advisor
  • Recruited volunteers and ensures that volunteers understand their roles and responsibilities and comply with AGLC regulations.

Administrative Assistant

Africa Centre
04.2012 - 08.2021


Reception/Administrative Duties

  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Drafted correspondence and other documents for Executive Director in company's voice.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for office supplies, equipment and services.


Human Resources Duties

  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records.
  • Managed leave of absence requests, collaborating closely with HR colleagues to ensure proper documentation and adherence to company policies.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information related to benefit plans and personal circumstances.
  • Ensured timely processing of life event changes, diligently updating employee records as needed.
  • Assisted employees with benefits-related inquiries, ensuring prompt resolutions and increased satisfaction levels.


Facility Management Duties

  • Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
  • Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular facility inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Coordinated with cleaning and janitorial services to keep office clean and presentable.


Bookkeeping Duties

  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Contributed to successful audits by diligently preparing financial documents as requested by auditors.


Casino Event Coordinator/ Chairperson

  • Ensured that all activities related to casino events comply with regulatory requirements set forth by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC). This includes obtaining necessary permits and licenses, adhering to gaming policies, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Coordinated all aspects of the organization's participation in casino events, including scheduling, and logistics. This involves working closely with casino advisor
  • Recruited volunteers and ensures that volunteers understand their roles and responsibilities and comply with AGLC regulations.

Office Administrator

Ericsson
07.2009 - 06.2010
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support to senior management, facilitating seamless operations across departments.
  • Executed a wide range of administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments, maintaining organized filing systems, and coordinating internal meetings and international conference calls.
  • Managed travel arrangements for executives and staff, ensuring efficient itineraries and accommodations.
  • Played a pivotal role in event planning and execution within the region, demonstrating strong leadership and collaboration skills.
  • Coordinated the shipping and receiving of packages, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely deliveries.
  • Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities while juggling diverse responsibilities, including reception duties and ad-hoc administrative tasks.
  • Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
  • Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by efficiently administering and managing benefits programs.
  • Conducted regular audits of benefits data to identify discrepancies, ensuring accurate reporting and timely resolution of errors.

Education

Bachelor of Human Resources And Labour Relations - Human Resources And Labour Relations

Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB
06.2024

BBA - Finance

University of Lay Adventists of Kigali
Kigali, Rwanda
06.2010

Skills

  • Benefits and compensation management
  • Employee Relations
  • Payroll Management
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Compliance
  • Recruitment and selection
  • Dispute Mediation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Microsoft Office proficiency

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Swahili
Elementary

Timeline

Manager, Human Resources and Office Administration

Africa Centre
03.2023 - Current

Finance and Human Resources Assistant

Africa Centre
09.2021 - 02.2023

Administrative Assistant

Africa Centre
04.2012 - 08.2021

Office Administrator

Ericsson
07.2009 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Human Resources And Labour Relations - Human Resources And Labour Relations

Athabasca University

BBA - Finance

University of Lay Adventists of Kigali
Eve Uwamahoro