Petra Barry
Sunnyvale,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with excellent organizational and multitasking skills, pursuing a transition into an administrative role.
Personable and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to work hard and take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Relocation Associate
GO Destination Services
01.2021 - Current
- Provide comprehensive and hands-on settling-in services to individuals and families moving to the Bay Area as part of an employer sponsored relocation package
- Assistance with obtaining Social Security cards and driver’s licenses
- Assistance with opening bank accounts, leasing/buying and registering vehicles, connecting utilities and cell phones
- Home finding assistance, including housing tours, and neighborhood orientation (locating schools, best commute routes, and amenities)
- Maintain detailed records of client information and progress throughout the relocation process.
- Coordinate all aspects of the relocation process, ensuring a seamless transition for clients.
Full-Time Parent and Household Manager
Barry Family
04.2008 - 12.2020
- Oversaw household operations and scheduling for a family of four
- Managed financial matters for the household, including budgeting, bill payments, and expense tracking.
- Developed strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
- Volunteered as a local school PTA member, organizing school fundraising events, volunteered in classrooms and on school field trips
- Volunteered for Czech School of California, a non-profit organization, providing a comprehensive education in the Czech language, history, geography, and culture
Senior Financial Auditor
Grant Thornton
05.2005 - 04.2008
- Performed substantive and analytical testing on client accounts to verify accurate financial reporting
- Tested internal controls for SOX 404 compliance through walkthroughs
- Completed inventory counts and observations
- Resolved account discrepancies/irregularities with clients
- Billing hourly to the client required excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills
- Working on site directly with clients required flawless professionalism at all times
- Mentored junior auditors, fostering professional growth and ensuring quality deliverables.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Corporate Financial Management
San Jose State University
San Jose01-2005
Skills
- Documentation management
- Cross-cultural awareness
- Willingness to learn
- Client relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Languages
Fluent in Czech (native) and English, German (rudimentary)
Timeline
Relocation Associate
GO Destination Services
01.2021 - Current
Full-Time Parent and Household Manager
Barry Family
04.2008 - 12.2020
Senior Financial Auditor
Grant Thornton
05.2005 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science - Corporate Financial Management
San Jose State University