Bilingual Administrative Professional with 13 years of experience in office management and administrative support. Proficient in English and Spanish, facilitating effective communication in diverse environments. Skilled in scheduling, correspondence, records management, and workflow coordination. Certified Notary Public with completed college coursework, committed to enhancing team performance in business administration, as well as office environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
M. Mares & Associates, Inc.
Laredo, Texas
12.2020 - Current
Managed office communications and maintained professional correspondence with clients.
Coordinated schedules and arranged meetings for team members and executives.
Organized physical and digital filing systems to ensure easy access to documents.
Supported project management by tracking deadlines and confirming task completion.
Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
Processed the company's bill payments, whether electronically or by physical mail.
Handled banking deposits.
Handled incoming inquiries, directing them to appropriate staff efficiently.
Maintained inventory of office supplies, facilitating timely ordering as necessary.
Composed letters, memos, reports, and presentations as required by management.
Handled company payroll, prepared quarterly reports (941), and distributed W-2 forms to employees.
Assisted clients with the opening process of their businesses locally or with the state.
Assistant Manager
Advance America
Laredo, Texas
02.2013 - 02.2020
Supervised daily operations, including scheduling shifts and assigning duties.
Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly and professionally.
Trained new team members on company policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate financial records and inventory levels.
Collaborated with management to implement effective promotional strategies.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company guidelines consistently.
Delegated tasks to staff while setting clear priorities and goals.
Executive Assistant Manager
Party City
Laredo, TX
09.2006 - 02.2013
Facilitated project update communications between senior management and staff.
Coordinated recruitment and onboarding processes in collaboration with HR.
Assisted in budget preparation and tracked departmental expenses.
Streamlined office operations through implementation of new administrative procedures.
Greeted visitors professionally and addressed inquiries regarding company policies.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive personnel and business information.
Monitored emails, voicemails, and incoming mail for executive staff members.
Trained employees on best practices while managing teams to enhance productivity.
Prepared store-to-store merchandise transfers.
Prepared weekly merchandise inventory.
Prepared EOD cash register procedures.
Prepared a deposit bag for the armored vehicle pickup.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
Laredo College
Laredo, TX
Skills
Data organization and management
Administrative support
Accounts receivable and payable
Client relations and support
Mail handling and processing
Multi-line telephone operation
Computer proficiency
Contract preparation
Team collaboration
Invoice processing and management
Performance enhancement strategies
Inventory management
Administrative efficiency improvements
Memo writing and preparation
Scheduling and coordination
Clerical assistance
Organizational skills
Timeline planning and management
Policy modification and implementation
Operational process optimization
Research skills
Coordination and logistics
Database management
Marketing strategies
Recruitment processes
Communication skills
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with Adding Calculator and Typewriter Machine
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
M. Mares & Associates, Inc.
12.2020 - Current
Assistant Manager
Advance America
02.2013 - 02.2020
Executive Assistant Manager
Party City
09.2006 - 02.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
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