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Alena Busch

Coeur D'Alene

Summary

Energetic Administrative Coordinator dedicated to assisting highly effective administrative teams and managing office operations with efficiency and grace. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with proficiency in Excell.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Manager

Elite Accounting Group PLLC
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by diligently reconciling accounts, identifying errors, and making timely adjustments.
  • Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decision making.
  • Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.

Administrative Assistant

DL Scott Inc
12.2020 - 07.2023
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
  • Prepared itemized statements, bills, or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
  • Maintained high levels of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive client information, fostering trust and loyalty among clients.
  • Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.

Property Manager

A Better Storage Solution
07.2019 - 11.2020
  • Responded to messages and inquiries from various parties and used well-developed active listening and open-ended questioning skills to promote quick issue resolution.
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen and other support services as needed.
  • Developed annual operating budgets and forecasts, as well as sales and marketing plans.
  • Maintained sufficient number of units market-ready at all times.
  • Communicated effectively with owners, residents and on-site associates.

Operations Supervisor

Believe Bride
07.2017 - 07.2019
  • Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
  • Reviewed and assessed ongoing operations, developing initiatives for continuous process improvement.
  • Developed and deepened relationships with customers and vendors.
  • Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
  • Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.

Generalist

Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2016 - 07.2017
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections and purchases, including in-store and e-service transactions.
  • Trained new associates on cash register operations, including opening, conducting customer transactions and balancing drawer.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.

Personal Assistant/Private Nanny

Townsend Family
11.2015 - 10.2016
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
  • Managed large range of services, including pet care, phone screening, shopping and bill paying to provide clients with premium family time.
  • Taught children everyday skills, including tying shoes, dressing, potty training, basic math and language.

Sales Representative

Apple Inc
10.2013 - 10.2015
  • Listened to clients and introduced solutions to satisfy business and personal needs.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service and polite support to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and grew leads through repeat business and customer referrals.
  • Forged and nurtured impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty.
  • Provided product benefits and advantages and discussed pricing with interested parties.

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
06.2012 - 12.2012
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
  • Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Management

North Idaho College
Coeur D'Alene
06.2022

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Advanced multitasking
  • Exceptional organization
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Timeline

Account Manager

Elite Accounting Group PLLC
07.2023 - 07.2024

Administrative Assistant

DL Scott Inc
12.2020 - 07.2023

Property Manager

A Better Storage Solution
07.2019 - 11.2020

Operations Supervisor

Believe Bride
07.2017 - 07.2019

Generalist

Victoria's Secret & PINK
08.2016 - 07.2017

Personal Assistant/Private Nanny

Townsend Family
11.2015 - 10.2016

Sales Representative

Apple Inc
10.2013 - 10.2015

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
06.2012 - 12.2012

Associate of Science - Business Management

North Idaho College
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