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Lisa Leinemann

Falls Church,USA

Summary

Executive Office Management, HR and Finance professional with more than 10 years of experience in luxury hospitality and business operations across Germany and the United States. Experienced in executive administration, payroll, bookkeeping, QuickBooks, Paychex, HR coordination, financial reporting and office management. Known for improving administrative processes, reducing paperwork through digital document management, maintaining confidential HR records and supporting leadership in fast-paced environments. Fluent in German and English with experience collaborating across international teams.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

J-1 Specialist in Bookkeeping, HR & Finance

The Swiss Bakery
Springfield VA
03.2026 - Current

· Manage executive office support, bookkeeping, payroll and HR administration.

· Prepare financial reports and maintain accurate accounting records using QuickBooks.

· Coordinate payroll processing while ensuring compliance, confidentiality and accuracy.

· Reduced paperwork and improved document accessibility by streamlining digital document management processes.

· Support recruitment, onboarding and employee documentation.

· Partner with leadership to improve financial and administrative operations.

J-1 Trainee in Management, Business and Finance

The Swiss Bakery
Springfield, USA
08.2024 - 02.2026

· Managed day-to-day office, HR and financial operations.

· Processed bi-weekly payroll for approximately 50 employees using Paychex and QuickBooks.

· Managed invoicing, accounts payable and financial tracking.

· Maintained confidential personnel files and HR documentation.

· Assisted with month-end close, cash reconciliation and financial reporting.

· Served as the primary HR and administrative contact for employees.

Human Resources Assistant

Hotel Atlantic
Hamburg, Germany
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Maintained confidential employee master data and HR documentation
  • Supported HR workflows, trainee programs, and internal coordination
  • Assisted with payroll preparation processes

Administrative Coordinator

Hotel zur Börse
Hameln, Germany
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Coordinated front desk operations and booking systems
  • Supported shift planning, scheduling, and internal communication
  • Assisted with documentation, filing, and guest service coordination

Event & Office Assistant

Schlosshotel Münchhausen
Hameln, Germany
06.2019 - 12.2021
  • Organized and supported events and administrative logistics
  • Reviewed vendor invoices and maintained internal records

Receptionist & Night Auditor

AIDA Cruises
01.2016 - 07.2016
  • Processed guest records and nightly audit reports
  • Handled administrative and financial documentation overnight
  • Supported customer service and internal coordination

Education

Certified Hotel Business Economist - Hospitality Management

Hotel Management School Hannover

Apprenticeship - Hospitality Management

Van der Valk Hotel

Skills

  • Executive Office Management
  • Leadership Support
  • HR Administration
  • Payroll Processing (50 Employees)
  • Bookkeeping (QuickBooks)
  • Paychex
  • Financial Reporting
  • Office Operations
  • Process Improvement
  • CRM Management

Timeline

J-1 Specialist in Bookkeeping, HR & Finance

The Swiss Bakery
03.2026 - Current

J-1 Trainee in Management, Business and Finance

The Swiss Bakery
08.2024 - 02.2026

Human Resources Assistant

Hotel Atlantic
07.2023 - 05.2024

Administrative Coordinator

Hotel zur Börse
01.2022 - 05.2023

Event & Office Assistant

Schlosshotel Münchhausen
06.2019 - 12.2021

Receptionist & Night Auditor

AIDA Cruises
01.2016 - 07.2016

Certified Hotel Business Economist - Hospitality Management

Hotel Management School Hannover

Apprenticeship - Hospitality Management

Van der Valk Hotel