Tsion Rufael Ayele
Mankato,MN
Summary
Finance and Marketing student with strong analytical, budgeting, and financial reporting experience. Skilled in Excel-based analysis, forecasting, grant accounting, and data reconciliation. Proven ability to support financial operations, evaluate cost structures, and contribute to data-driven decision-making in fast-paced, detail-oriented environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Services Specialist
Arch + Cable Hotel & Hotel Alexander
Mankato, MN
02.2025 - Current
- Handled billing, account reconciliation, and discrepancy resolution to support accurate financial operations.
- Managed reservations, check-ins/outs, and guest inquiries with consistent service quality.
- Coordinated with housekeeping and operations teams to maintain smooth daily workflows.
Grants Accounting & Student Payroll Assistant
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
04.2024 - Current
- Registered and maintained grant accounts in Workday/ISRS, improving accuracy and compliance of university financial records.
- Analyzed balances, resolved discrepancies, and prepared summaries for departments and principal investigators.
- Reconciled budget amendments and supported audit-ready reporting.
- Processed student payroll with confidentiality, improving timeliness and data quality.
- Business Services – Minnesota State University, Mankato
Advertising Associate
Integrated Business Experience (IBE), Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed cost-efficient advertising strategies aligned with venture goals and budget.
- Produced product photography and collaborated on logos and promotional designs.
- Analyzed performance metrics to refine spending and improve campaign ROI.
Financial Assistant
Hagergna Leather Products
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Managed inventory records, supply purchasing, and operational expense tracking.
- Built a financial analysis system that reduced operational costs by 15%.
- Prepared financial reports and forecasts for strategic planning.
Sales & Brand Representative
Hagergna Leather Products
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Generated 30% profit during the company’s first regional exhibition through targeted sales efforts.
- Developed brand identity assets and supported product design for showcases and campaigns.
Education
High School Diploma - Finance, Marketing
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN05-2027
Skills
- Financial: Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Cost Analysis
- Technical: Excel (PivotTables, functions), Workday, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Analytical: Reporting, Data Analytics, Performance Evaluation
- Professional: Communication, Leadership, Customer Relations
Finance Projects & Analytical Work
- Operational Budgeting & Cost Reduction Initiative - Hagergna Leather Products
- Built an expense-tracking and cost-driver model that enabled 15% cost savings.
- Produced structured monthly reporting to guide operational decisions.
- Grant Accounting Process Optimization - Minnesota State University
- Refined grant-setup workflow to improve accuracy of Workday/ISRS entries.
- Developed reconciliation templates to clarify spending for campus departments.
Timeline
Guest Services Specialist
Arch + Cable Hotel & Hotel Alexander
02.2025 - Current
Advertising Associate
Integrated Business Experience (IBE), Minnesota State University
08.2024 - 12.2024
Grants Accounting & Student Payroll Assistant
Minnesota State University, Mankato
04.2024 - Current
Financial Assistant
Hagergna Leather Products
01.2023 - 06.2023
Sales & Brand Representative
Hagergna Leather Products
08.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma - Finance, Marketing
Minnesota State University, Mankato