Alyona Kononchuk
Elkhart
Summary
Experienced accountant/secretary with a strong background in accounting and bookkeeping. Skilled in maintaining detailed financial records, preparing financial statements, and implementing cost-reduction strategies. Proficient in using job-related software and technology upgrades to improve recordkeeping and accounting systems. Excellent customer service skills, assisting customers with product selection and ensuring customer satisfaction. High functionality with multi-tasking and high organizational skills. I'm also an extremely quick learner with whatever I put my mind to.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier, Stocker
7-eleven Convenience Store
03.2025 - Current
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise throughout entire store.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Reduced out-of-stock situations with regular monitoring of product levels on sales floor.
- Ensured proper rotation of perishable goods to maintain freshness and comply with health regulations.
- Operated a commercial grill and oven adhering by safety protocols
Accountant/Secretary
Clarinet Pro services
11.2014 - 12.2024
- Maintained detailed records of all financial transactions including journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Prepared accounting information, producing financial statements in accordance with accounting principles.
- Generated periodic reports such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Tracked inventory levels and prepared product cost analyses for decision making purposes.
- Implemented cost-reduction strategies to improve profitability.
- Identified areas where cost savings could be achieved through process improvements or technology upgrades.
- Inspected cash on hand and notes receivable and payable to confirm accuracy of records.
- Operated computers and used job-related software to develop, modify, and implement recordkeeping and accounting systems.
- Answered incoming calls promptly and professionally, routing messages as needed.
- Performed data entry and generated reports.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and placing orders.
- Answered telephones to give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls.
- Ordered and dispensed supplies to maintain office inventory.
Sales Associate/Secretary
Car center
04.2009 - 10.2012
- Helped customers find and select products.
- Assisted customers with product selection to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Tagged new merchandise for sale and updated signs.
- Conducted regular price comparisons between competitors in order to maintain competitive pricing structures.
- Maximized profit margins while maintaining fairness in pricing by conducting regular market research and competitive analysis.
- Drafted bill of sales and contracts for customers
- Reduced time spent on administrative tasks by implementing efficient record-keeping systems, allowing for more focus on client interactions.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Penn foster
Elkhart, Indiana06.2008
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Invoice balancing
- Time management skills
- Money handling
LANGUAGES
Russian
Bilingual
I am very interested in working my way up to a manager position.
I am interested to start in an entry level position to get to know the company better. Then I want to work my way up to a manager position. That is my ultimate goal.
Timeline
Cashier, Stocker
7-eleven Convenience Store
03.2025 - Current
Accountant/Secretary
Clarinet Pro services
11.2014 - 12.2024
Sales Associate/Secretary
Car center
04.2009 - 10.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Penn foster
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