Marija Grizelj
Hillsborough,CA
Summary
Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Coordinator for School Carnival
St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School
San Mateo, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented volunteer recruitment plans.
- Coordinated onboarding and orientation for new volunteers.
- Created job descriptions for all volunteer roles.
- Managed a database of volunteer information.
- Monitored compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Worked closely with staff members to ensure that tasks were delegated appropriately to volunteers.
- Maintained records of volunteering hours worked by each individual.
- Facilitated communication between staff members and volunteers.
- Resolved any conflicts that arose between staff members or between staff members and volunteers.
- Communicated regularly with volunteers, assisting with issues and questions.
- Evaluated feedback from volunteers regarding their experience working with the organization.
Volunteer Event Coordinator
St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School
San Mateo, CA
09.2019 - 12.2023
- Developed event themes and concepts to ensure successful execution of events.
- Organized vendor contracts, negotiated fees, and ensured compliance with all regulations.
- Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services for events.
- Monitored budgeting process for each event to ensure cost efficiency.
- Created detailed reports outlining event planning progress, timelines, budgets, and other relevant information.
- Managed logistics related to transportation, catering, entertainment, decorations for events.
- Ensured effective communication between vendors and suppliers before, during and after the event.
- Provided on-site support during the day of the event including problem solving if necessary.
- Conducted post-event evaluations to measure success of each program against objectives set forth by clients.
- Supervised staff members responsible for registration desk setup and management during events.
- Assisted guests throughout the duration of an event by providing directions or answering questions about available amenities.
- Tracked payments, balances and registrations for various events.
Accounting Bookkeeper
Moss Precision
Hayward, CA
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Processed accounts receivable invoices, payments, and refunds.
- Conducted monthly reconciliation of bank statements.
- Reconciled vendor statements on a periodic basis to ensure accuracy of balances due.
- Performed daily data entry tasks related to accounts payable and receivable activities.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Reconciled vendor statements to assist in monthly closings.
- Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
- Collaborated with accounting management to produce accurate and timely financial paperwork and reports for AP and AR, budget administration and year-end closing requirements.
Audit Assiciate/Experienced Audit Associate
Sensiba San Filippo
San Mateo, CA
09.2008 - 09.2010
- Conducted financial audits of clients' records, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and general ledger transactions.
- Performed tests of internal controls to assess the adequacy of existing systems and processes.
- Prepared detailed workpapers documenting all audit evidence obtained during the course of an engagement.
- Performed audit procedures to validate financial report data.
- Interacted with clients to request information and relay to audit team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA06.2008
Skills
- Delegating Work
- Budget Management
- Community Engagement
- Organizing Fundraising Activities
- Volunteer Coordination
- File and Records Management
- Event Planning
Affiliations
- Soccer Mom
- A Capella Group
- Book Club
Timeline
Volunteer Coordinator for School Carnival
St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School
05.2023 - Current
Volunteer Event Coordinator
St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School
09.2019 - 12.2023
Accounting Bookkeeper
Moss Precision
09.2010 - 06.2012
Audit Assiciate/Experienced Audit Associate
Sensiba San Filippo
09.2008 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Santa Clara University
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