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Mary Kaffka

Round Rock

Summary

Bold, confident, action-orientated executive professional with over ten years of experience in administration and management. A resourceful and interactive team player with accomplished time management and project management skills; capable of prioritizing and balancing workloads without compromising quality or performance. Ability to adapt and implement new concepts. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence effective in managing and working with various personalities and work styles. Experience in marketing and event planning. Exceptional calendar management and travel management skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Manager

Datum Engineers
Austin
05.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented office policies to boost operational efficiency.
  • Automated office operations, optimizing accounts payable, receivable, and communications.
  • Coordinated office functions, ensuring efficient workflow among staff members.
  • Trained new administrative staff on company protocols and software systems.
  • Maintained records and documentation in compliance with company standards.
  • Provided support to departmental managers in project plan development.
  • Created and revised systems by analyzing operating practices and recordkeeping procedures.
  • Collaborated with management team to enhance workflows and eliminate inefficiencies.

Director of Administration / Executive Assistant t

Opportunity Austin
Austin
11.2023 - 05.2025

• Streamlined executive scheduling and resource allocation, enhancing operational efficiency by 75% through meticulous calendar management and strategic planning.

• Spearheaded the organization of quarterly board and investor meetings, improving stakeholder engagement.

• Assist with the preparation of budget, forecasting, and financial statements.

• Coordinates and handles all aspects of major events like A-List awards.

Office Manager

Ferrovial Holding US
Austin
01.2019 - Current
  • Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
  • Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
  • Organized company events including holiday parties, team building activities .
  • Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
  • Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and Expense reports.
  • Managed office budget to handle inventory, postage and vendor services.
  • Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.

Executive Assistant

Cintra US services, a Ferrovial Company
Austin
04.2018 - 11.2023
  • Organized and managed complex calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for executive team across multiple time zones.
  • Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
  • Assisted in organizing conferences, seminars and other events as directed by the executives.
  • Managed all aspects of catering needs for special events hosted by the organization.
  • Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
  • Managed daily invoices, Expense reports and proposals.
  • Facilitated board meeting agendas and distributed support materials in advance for successful sessions.
  • Participated in frequent communication with other administrative team members, human resources and finance department on special projects and events.

Fraud Analyst

Sears Roebuck
Round Rock
10.2016 - 10.2019
  • Performed detailed analysis of financial transactions to identify suspicious activity.
  • Analyzed large datasets using advanced analytics techniques such as predictive modeling.
  • Utilized specialized software tools designed for detecting patterns associated with fraudulent activity.
  • Determined existing fraud trends by analyzing accounts and transaction patterns.
  • Monitored real-time queues and analyzed high-risk transactions from specified points of sale within business portfolio.
  • Analyzed and reviewed confidential and highly sensitive investigative material concerning various parties.

Event Coordinator

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers
Perris
11.2003 - 12.2015
  • Developed event themes and concepts to ensure successful execution of events.
  • Organized vendor contracts, negotiated fees, and ensured compliance with all regulations.
  • 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.
  • Planned various activities such as seminars, workshops or conferences related to the event theme or topic area.
  • Attended and participated in industry events.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Citrus College
Glendora, CA

Skills

  • Expense Reporting
  • Scheduling and Calendar Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Travel and Event Coordination
  • Senior Leadership Support
  • Operations Management
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Invoicing and Billing
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Project Management

Timeline

Administrative Manager

Datum Engineers
05.2025 - Current

Director of Administration / Executive Assistant t

Opportunity Austin
11.2023 - 05.2025

Office Manager

Ferrovial Holding US
01.2019 - Current

Executive Assistant

Cintra US services, a Ferrovial Company
04.2018 - 11.2023

Fraud Analyst

Sears Roebuck
10.2016 - 10.2019

Event Coordinator

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers
11.2003 - 12.2015

Some College (No Degree) -

Citrus College
Mary Kaffka