Lisa Yanez
Alexandria,United States
Summary
Dependable and dynamic coordinator providing excellent office management and administrative support. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to manage collaborations among several departments. Creative problem solver with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance and HR Coordinator
Alexandria Restaurant Partners
Alexandria, VA
01.2025 - Current
- Achieved improved candidate experiences by streamlining onboarding and orientation processes. Contributed to organizational growth by effectively integrating hundreds of employees annually.
- Managed employee records using HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Streamlined benefits administration processes, improving communication regarding employee benefits options and enrollment procedures.
- Supported multiple departments with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR and financial tasks on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Assisted in organizing job fairs to connect job seekers with potential employers. Supported job fair logistics, ensuring smooth operations throughout the events. Facilitated participant engagement by providing information and resources during job fairs.
- Spearheaded employee recognition programs and celebratory events to acknowledge contributions and boost team engagement.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by working closely with other departments on financial and HR matters.
- Built custom spreadsheets and tracking systems to improve reporting accuracy and organization.
Financial Administrative Assistant
Alexandria Restaurant Partners
Alexandria, VA
03.2022 - Current
- Managed financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Assisted in monthly reconciliation of accounts, identifying discrepancies for resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline financial reporting processes.
- Managed data entry operations to enhance tracking accuracy. Oversaw the maintenance of comprehensive data records. Coordinated with teams to optimize data management processes.
- Conducted regular financial reviews to ensure compliance and accuracy in reporting.
- Coordinated administrative tasks for restaurant managers, allowing focus on core responsibilities while decreasing hours worth of paperwork workload.
Farm Hand
Reston Farm Garden Market
Reston, VA
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work areas and tools and merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations on the farm.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Supported event management by organizing resources and schedules for seasonal celebrations.
- Managed daily activities in bakery department to enhance product offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Provided detailed guidance on plant care to improve customer satisfaction and drive sales growth.
Event and HR Coordinator Intern
Alexandria Restaurant Partners
Alexandria, VA
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring timely delivery and setup of materials.
- Assisted in vendor management, fostering relationships with suppliers and service providers.
- Collaborated with team members to execute seamless event operations and guest experiences.
- Coordinated team schedules and managed calendars to support project timelines. Assisted in organizing meetings and events to facilitate effective communication. Maintained calendars and organized appointments to optimize time management.
- Assisted in executing orientations and onboarding processes for new hires. Coordinated support for orientation and onboarding tasks, aiding smooth integration. Facilitated initial guidance and support during employee onboarding.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
Chantilly, VASkills
- Recordkeeping
- Exceptional communicator
- Hospitality and Customer Service
- HR policies compliance and processes
- Statistical data analysis
- Company organization
- Excellent computer skills
- People-oriented
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Time management
Timeline
Finance and HR Coordinator
Alexandria Restaurant Partners
01.2025 - Current
Financial Administrative Assistant
Alexandria Restaurant Partners
03.2022 - Current
Farm Hand
Reston Farm Garden Market
06.2020 - 04.2021
Event and HR Coordinator Intern
Alexandria Restaurant Partners
10.2018 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School