Alex Leka
New York,NY
Summary
Orderly and committed student offering solid skills in student/business relations and resilience to handle challenges of fast-paced environments. Bringing detail-oriented and decisive nature with sound judgment, good multitasking abilities and self-motivated nature. Comfortable working alone or with teams to accomplish on-time and accurate clerical tasks. Serves as a staple for fellow students through leadership skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secretary/Organizer/Assistant
Accounting & Tax Consulting LLC
New York, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Organized and maintained executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements and conference calls.
- Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
- Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
- Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
Shadowing Student
IQ-EQ
New York, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of audit documents, such as reconciliations and journal entries.
- Analyzing accounts payable and receivable activities, including invoice processing and payment reconciliation.
- Participated in meetings between mentor and clientele.
- Worked closely with external auditors during year-end audits providing necessary information when requested.
Club Member/Assistant
Environmental Club
New York, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Advocating for environmental awareness in the school community.
- Nurturing the school's garden to establish a flourishing environment.
Varsity Boys Track Captain
Highschool of American Studies at Lehman College
New York, NY
03.2021 - Current
- Organized and facilitated group activities to promote collaboration amongst the team.
- Organized and led team warm-up drills before each practice/meet.
- Communicated effectively with coaches and players in order to facilitate a positive atmosphere on the track.
Traditional Folk Dancer
Grupi Rozafati
Hartsdale, NY
01.2021 - Current
- Instructed students on basic steps and movements while providing feedback on their performance.
- Performed complex choreography in a variety of traditional Albanian dances.
- Attended rehearsals regularly to refine skills and practice with the rest of the group.
- Performed at/for many notable institutions, including the Mayor of New York City, City Hall, and the Ministry of Culture in Albania.
Fundraiser Volunteer
Grupi Rozafati
Hartsdale, NY
01.2021 - Current
- Created items like necklaces and bracelets to raise $10k in funds.
- Created promotional materials such as flyers, brochures, and newsletters to promote the charity's mission.
Boys Cross Country
Highschool of American Studies at Lehman College
New York, NY
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Organized and led team warm-up drills before each practice/meet.
- Encouraged teammates to work together as a cohesive unit both on and off the course.
Student Intern
Zicklin School of Business @ Baruch College
New York, NY
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Researched and evaluated various investments, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, commodities, options, futures contracts.
- Monitored investments in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other securities.
- Attended weekly lectures hosted by our professor, providing us with knowledge and investment strategies.
Community Service Volunteer
Albanian American Open Hand Association (AAOHA)
New York, NY
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided assistance to people in need of food, and other resources.
- Monitored food distribution to ensure that meals were delivered on time and at proper temperatures.
Student Intern
The Columbia Business School
New York, NY
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with local business owners, assisting them with their financials using QuickBooks.
- Attended daily classes, learning about introduction to Business, Marketing, and QuickBooks, all with fellow students who were first-generation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highschool of American Studies At Lehman College
New York, NY06-2025
Skills
- Team leadership experience
- Filing and Recordkeeping
- Community Engagement
- Problem-Solving
- Record preparation
- Client Service
Languages
Albanian
Professional
Certification
- Certificate of Recognition by Senator Cordell Cleare, Columbia University Small Business Development Center, First-Generation Entrepreneurs Program
- Most Improved Boys' Cross Country Runner (Sophomore Year)
- Certificate by the Ministry of Culture in Albania for my performance at the Festival for Folklore in Gjirokastër, Albania
Timeline
Student Intern
Zicklin School of Business @ Baruch College
06.2024 - 08.2024
Community Service Volunteer
Albanian American Open Hand Association (AAOHA)
01.2024 - 06.2024
Student Intern
The Columbia Business School
07.2023 - 08.2023
Secretary/Organizer/Assistant
Accounting & Tax Consulting LLC
01.2022 - Current
Shadowing Student
IQ-EQ
01.2022 - Current
Club Member/Assistant
Environmental Club
01.2022 - Current
Boys Cross Country
Highschool of American Studies at Lehman College
09.2021 - 11.2024
Varsity Boys Track Captain
Highschool of American Studies at Lehman College
03.2021 - Current
Traditional Folk Dancer
Grupi Rozafati
01.2021 - Current
Fundraiser Volunteer
Grupi Rozafati
01.2021 - Current
- Certificate of Recognition by Senator Cordell Cleare, Columbia University Small Business Development Center, First-Generation Entrepreneurs Program
- Most Improved Boys' Cross Country Runner (Sophomore Year)
- Certificate by the Ministry of Culture in Albania for my performance at the Festival for Folklore in Gjirokastër, Albania
High School Diploma -
Highschool of American Studies At Lehman College
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