Benz Nellis
Project Assistant
Seattle,WA
Summary
Efficient, accuracy-driven Project Assistant successful at delivering key clerical support to internal teams, customers, vendors and other stakeholders. Demonstrated success in analytical problem solving and boosting operational efficiency. Bringing five years of superior performance in related roles. Personable and dedicated Project Assistant with self-motivated nature focused on independently handling project and team needs. Highly organized in preparing documentation, schedules and communications.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
The Pokémon Company International
Seattle, WA
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Computed and created purchase orders in Microsoft Dynamics (SaaS integrating CRM and ERP capabilities) to verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.
- Reviewed order updates to identify best practices aligned with corporate goals.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
Real Estate Services Administrator
CBRE
Seattle, WA
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Verified vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
- Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Trained and mentored new team members and managers on accounts payable systems and policies to build cohesive groups and promote operational performance.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Communicated effectively with owners, residents and on-site associates.
Branch Operations Assistant
Edward Jones
Seattle, WA
05.2015 - 10.2017
- Managed high volumes of financial activity in fast-paced, risk-based corporate environment.
- Drafted reports for leadership for use in strategic planning and decision making.
- Provided high-level customer service through friendly approach, strong professionalism and timely assistance with customer transactions.
- Operated computers programmed with accounting software to record, store and analyze information.
- Properly processed deposits, withdrawals and payments for average of 40 customers daily.
- Worked closely with Financial Advisor to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Business Office Assistant
Vandewalle & Associates
Madison, WI
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills.
- Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
- Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information.
- Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting and entering data.
- Reviewed and approved timesheets for project employees.
- Read, escalated and reported invoices for projects of varying size and complexity.
Client Services Intern
Broyles & Company Cpa's
Middleton, WI
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Delivered comprehensive tax documentation required for accurate individual and corporate returns.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
- Assisted team of two tax professionals.
Education
BBA - Project Management
City University Of Seattle
Seattle, WA 01.2020 - Current
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WISkills
Procurement
Documentation skills
Vendor relations
Analytical skills
Flexible & Adaptable
Cultural awareness
Multitasking abilities
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Dynamics 365 software proficiency
Yardi System software proficiency
MRI software proficiency
Timeline
BBA - Project Management
City University Of Seattle
01.2020 - Current
Purchasing Specialist
The Pokémon Company International
04.2019 - 07.2019
Real Estate Services Administrator
CBRE
10.2017 - 10.2018
Business Office Assistant
Vandewalle & Associates
02.2016 - 08.2016
Branch Operations Assistant
Edward Jones
05.2015 - 10.2017
Client Services Intern
Broyles & Company Cpa's
01.2015 - 03.2015
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Madison Area Technical College