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Gaby Castresana

Saint John

Summary

Organized professional accomplished in handling wide-ranging clerical needs in busy environments. Offers excellent writing abilities and expertise in file management. Helps keep office running smoothly with strengths in multitasking and independent problem-solving. Customer oriented, self-directed, and results-driven with well honed support skills to ensure the utmost efficiency and productivity in the workplace.


Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Representative

Brandon Boren - State Farm
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Implemented customized account plans to meet individual client needs.
  • Managed high-volume accounts while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tact.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.

Account Representative

Todd Avery State Farm
04.2021 - 06.2022
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings through proactive and actionable resolutions to questions, concerns, or challenges.
  • Contacted customers to assess satisfaction and current needs.
  • Assisted clients in navigating complex financial and legal processes to reduce risks.
  • Kept detailed records of customer interactions for optimal traceability.
  • Managed a portfolio of multiple accounts, ensuring timely delivery of products and services while maintaining strong relationships with clients.

Manager's Assistant

City Wide Facility Solutions
11.2018 - 02.2019
  • Freed up management for more important business by personally handling basic responses to emails and taking messages from incoming phone calls.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
  • Managed scheduling for staff, monitoring resource allocation to provide optimal coverage and service.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction ratings by following up with clients and resolving any issues.
  • Organized meetings with new potential clients.

Payroll Clerk

Plane Tech
09.2018 - 11.2018
  • Gathered timesheets to prepare weekly payroll data for processing by payroll coordinator.
  • Onboarded new employees in time reporting, payroll systems, and ordered uniforms.
  • Protected payroll operations and maintained employee confidence by keeping information private.
  • Identified, researched and resolved issues with hours worked.

Account Clerk

BBMC Mortgage
05.2015 - 06.2018
  • Processed incoming mortgage payments by phone and mail.
  • Supported senior staff with administrative tasks such as scanning and filing documents.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Recovered 200+ late payments from collections.

Customer Care Supervisor

Help At Home Inc.
06.2012 - 06.2013
  • Oversaw 45 to 60 clients per month and progressively developed new business clients.
  • Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
  • Tracked daily activities of homemakers and delegated tasks and responsibilities appropriately.
  • Trained and mentored new team members to promote productivity, accuracy and friendly customer service.
  • Recorded and maintained extensive account records regarding: billing information and scheduling.

Administrative Assistant

Solved Inc.
08.2011 - 06.2012
  • Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
  • Handled management of communication to executives by taking and making telephone calls, reviewing and prioritizing mail and composing and typing correspondence.
  • Maintained inventory in supply closet to prevent shortages.

Server/Hostess

Olive Garden Restaurant
08.2009 - 08.2011
  • Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task by managing phones, placing orders, serving phone, processing customers' payments and providing receipts.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.

Education

High School Diploma -

Continental Academy

Skills

  • Bilingual: Able to translate in English & Spanish
  • Customer relations
  • File management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Issue response and resolution
  • Employee training and development
  • Database entry
  • Recordkeeping and bookkeeping
  • Invoicing and billing

Certification

  • Licensed Life, Health, Property & Casualty.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Account Representative

Brandon Boren - State Farm
06.2023 - 01.2025

Account Representative

Todd Avery State Farm
04.2021 - 06.2022

Manager's Assistant

City Wide Facility Solutions
11.2018 - 02.2019

Payroll Clerk

Plane Tech
09.2018 - 11.2018

Account Clerk

BBMC Mortgage
05.2015 - 06.2018

Customer Care Supervisor

Help At Home Inc.
06.2012 - 06.2013

Administrative Assistant

Solved Inc.
08.2011 - 06.2012

Server/Hostess

Olive Garden Restaurant
08.2009 - 08.2011

High School Diploma -

Continental Academy
Gaby Castresana