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Claudia Rada

Frederick,MD

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing 16 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Assistant

American Airlines
07.2002 - 12.2002
  • Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
  • Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Used accounting software to introduce SABRE data.

Bank Clerk

FIE Comunity Bank
02.2002 - 06.2002
  • Prepared, sorted and distributed [Type] reports to appropriate branches.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer transactions in line with bank procedures.
  • Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.

Audit Assistant

FIE Comunity Bank
06.2002 - 12.2002
  • Reviewed general ledger transactions to identify errors or irregular entries.
  • Completed audits in accordance with regulations and procedures.
  • Assessed financial statements and records.
  • Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.

Owner

Zahin Electronics
01.2003 - 06.2007
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.

Owner

Zahin Electronics
07.2007 - 09.2009
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.

Business Owner

ZaraDistributors / Zara Distributors Wholesale
04.2008 - 04.2022
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Business Owner

Import Export Celucion
03.2015 - 07.2023
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.

Education

BBA -

Universidad Católica De Bolivia
La Paz, Bolivia
04.2001

High School Diploma -

Santa Teresa
La Paz Bolivia
12.1994

Skills

  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Defining Company Vision
  • Proper Staffing
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Accounting Management
  • Mission and Vision
  • Executive Leadership
  • Job Assignments
  • Professional Networking
  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Management Team Leadership
  • Business Presentations
  • Training and Development
  • Equipment Management
  • New Business Development
  • Sales Planning
  • Bookkeeping
  • Expectation Management
  • Sales Development
  • Customer Relations
  • Financial Administration
  • Business Marketing
  • Financial Planning

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Business Owner

Import Export Celucion
03.2015 - 07.2023

Business Owner

ZaraDistributors / Zara Distributors Wholesale
04.2008 - 04.2022

Owner

Zahin Electronics
07.2007 - 09.2009

Owner

Zahin Electronics
01.2003 - 06.2007

Accounting Assistant

American Airlines
07.2002 - 12.2002

Audit Assistant

FIE Comunity Bank
06.2002 - 12.2002

Bank Clerk

FIE Comunity Bank
02.2002 - 06.2002

BBA -

Universidad Católica De Bolivia

High School Diploma -

Santa Teresa
Claudia Rada