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Susana Valverde

Burnaby,BC

Summary

Professional in Financial Auditing with a Master's Degree in Business Administration with 10+ years of working experience. Extensive experience in the administrative and financial management of development and social projects financed by international organizations. Relevant knowledge of general business practices and basic project management skills. Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadline schedules, strong interpersonal skills, team management and ability to work in multicultural and interdisciplinary environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Administrator

Northland Properties
Vancouver, BC
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided, validated and compared payroll data using standard reports
  • Resolved differences/variances in different systems
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Performed various administrative and clerical task

Administrative Assistant

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Provided general administrative and communication support to the Faculty of Medicine Graduate and Postdoctoral Education team.
  • Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on attendance data.
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Scheduled office meetings for staff teams.
  • Managed department budgets and generated financial reports for management review.
  • Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls to optimize scheduling of senior staff.
  • Drafted correspondence and other documents.
  • Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Administrative and Financial Adviser

Bolivian Catholic University
La Paz, Bolivia
11.2018 - 03.2020
  • Coordinated, organized and supervised all financial, accounting and administrative operations
  • Managed the procurement process for goods and services
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new consultants with training and new hire documentation.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired consultants and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Reported financial operations to donor on a quarterly basis

Financial and Administrative Manager

Bioculture and Climate Change Project
La Paz, Bolivia
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance.
  • Streamlined and improved administrative operations by identifying automation opportunities.
  • Met department budgets by monitoring and reporting on office expenses.
  • Developed and implemented improved filing systems for enhanced order and accuracy.
  • Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
  • Analyzed data related to administrative costs and spending trends to prepare budgets for personnel.
  • Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff and donors.
  • Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of the project.
  • Built and managed processes for tracking and monitoring department performance.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.

Procurement Analyst and Project Coordinator

Bolivan Chamber of Quinoa Exporters
La Paz, Bolivia
09.2015 - 03.2017
  • Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, order entry and receiving.
  • Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
  • Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs.
  • Minimized process discrepancies by spearheading budget, supervising staff and controlling inventory and supply management.
  • Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
  • Conducted data analysis to identify bottlenecks in supply chain and develop solutions to optimize operations.


Education

MBA -

University Canada West
Vancouver, BC
04.2022

Bachelor of Accounting -

Bolivian Catholic University
La Paz, Bolivia
11.2005

Skills

  • Account Reconciliation
  • Database Administration
  • Policy Implementation
  • Conflict Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • Clerical Support
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Excellent Multitasking Abilities
  • Microsoft Office
  • Billing and Invoicing
  • Financial Accounting
  • Report Preparation

Timeline

Project Administrator

Northland Properties
08.2022 - 01.2023

Administrative Assistant

University of British Columbia
10.2021 - 08.2022

Administrative and Financial Adviser

Bolivian Catholic University
11.2018 - 03.2020

Financial and Administrative Manager

Bioculture and Climate Change Project
08.2017 - 09.2018

Procurement Analyst and Project Coordinator

Bolivan Chamber of Quinoa Exporters
09.2015 - 03.2017

MBA -

University Canada West

Bachelor of Accounting -

Bolivian Catholic University

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