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Executive/Administrative Assistant

Location:
Oakville, ON, Canada
Posted:
February 21, 2024

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PRIDARSHNI MOODLEY

Cell: +1-437-***-**** Email: ad1lhi@r.postjobfree.com

Address: **-**** ********** ***** ******* authorization: Will require sponsorship Oakville, Ontario

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Professional Profile:

Pridarshni is a highly skilled executive administrator with over 19 years’ experience working primarily in the Advertising, Legal, Marketing and Property sectors. She has knowledge of bookkeeping, planning, event management, organization, team collaboration and data entry. Pridarshni is a team player who enjoys working collaboratively with people, understanding their personalities and interests to foster a positive working environment. She is ambitious and determined, and as a result, is committed to continuous learning and improvement. Technical Proficiency:

Computer literate with extensive experience in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Fraxion, Sage One Pastel Accounting, and SIMS (Handovers).

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Bookkeeping

• Planning

• Stakeholder Management

• Time Management

• Adaptability & Resilience

• People Skills

• Problem Solving

• Event Coordination

• Attention to detail

• Confidentiality & Discretion

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Name of employer : Balwin Properties (Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa) Duration : 01 October 2021 to 31 August 2023

Position : Receptionist / Admin Assistant

Key performance areas:

• Handle basic receptionist duties, including answering calls, taking messages, emailing, scanning, filing, and welcoming clients/visitors.

• Previously implemented and monitored Covid protocols and regulations, including daily staff screening and visitor questionnaires.

• Assisted in managing boardrooms, from opening and closing to ensuring equipment functionality.

• Supported boardroom bookings, generated Zoom codes, and facilitated the start of meetings.

• Assisted with stationery orders and followed department procedures.

• Contributed to monthly tasks, including the Reception Report and call reports on the Man3000 system.

• Managed incoming mail, recording and distributing letters to the appropriate departments.

• Supported the Admin/Rental department in handling documents from the drive.

• Trained in conducting handovers at company developments and thereafter independently conducted handovers.

• Pridarshni has performed dual roles as a receptionist and Client Liaison Assistant for Handovers, assisting a work colleague and utilizing systems like SIMS for duties in the Handover department. Name of employer : Indimed Inc. (Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa) Duration : August 2020 to August 2021

Position : Receptionist / Admin Assistant

Key performance areas:

• Basic Receptionist duties (Answering calls, taking messages, emailing, scanning, filing, meet & greet patients)

• Diary management

• Data capturing

• Assist with patients in terms of checking vitals, creating files (medical aid and/or cash)

• Checking Medical Aid funds and getting authorization.

• Collection of fees from patients, schedules done daily and daily cash up for doctor. Name of employer : BLM Consultants (Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa) Duration : 2 September 2019 to September 2021

Position : Admin Assistant

Key performance areas:

• Basic PA duties (Answering calls, taking messages, faxing, emailing, scanning, filing, meet & greet clients)

• Diary management – electronic

• Data capturing of clients’ monthly income and expenses to complete bi-monthly Vat and monthly UIF amounts

• Completion of tax documents for required clients

• Invoicing clients and follow up on such payments

• VAT, PAYE and UIF workings for clients

• Management accounts

• Assistance with completion of ITR12

• Liaise with clients for outstanding payments, supporting documents, etc. Name of employer : Growthpoint Properties (Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa) Duration : 5 March 2018 to 21 August 2019

Position : Executive Assistant in Marketing team (5 members) Key performance areas:

Personal Assistant:

• Perform standard PA duties, including call handling, message taking, faxing, emailing, scanning, filing, and client interactions.

• Manage electronic diary for efficient scheduling and time management.

• Handle booking of flights, accommodation, and car hire.

• Maintain consistent communication with team members.

• Assist in event coordination, managing invitations, reminders, RSVP lists, and name badge preparation.

• Source branded goods, ensuring sample approval before finalizing full orders.

• Oversee storeroom inventory on the 1st floor and basement.

• Manage team's inventory for the first aid kit / toiletries.

• Ensure timely payment of suppliers by submitting invoices manually and on Fraxion, coordinating with bi-monthly pay runs.

• Updated team members weekly on upcoming payments, utilizing a detailed spreadsheet.

• Coordinated ordering of To Let boards on the Intranet for various regions, including approval, artwork, client coordination, and production.

• Manage ordering and distribution of business cards for all regions.

• Organize catering for monthly meetings, considering special meals and dietary requirements, planning at least two weeks in advance.

Name of employer : Duma Nokwe Group of Advocates (Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa) Duration : 01 February 2013 to 23 February 2018

Position : Executive Assistant to Adv. Myron Dewrance SC Key performance areas:

• Perform standard PA duties, including call handling, message taking, faxing, emailing, scanning, filing, and client interactions.

• Organize and submit monthly expenses to the accountant for VAT, Tax, etc.

• Complete and send out monthly invoices.

• Synchronize electronic and physical diaries for effective diary management.

• Manage deliveries, cover pages for outgoing items, and handle personal errands senior leader.

• Oversee office management in Advocate’s absence, including renovations and regular updates.

• Coordinated monthly invoice payments, creating schedules.

• Handle various trips to Pretoria for file/document collection and management at the senior leader's residence.

• Manage textbooks directly with suppliers and bookbinders.

• Arrange consultations and communicate daily with clients, attorneys, and advocates.

• Conduct legal research using online platforms like Lexis Nexis and Juta, compiling and filing necessary documents.

• Travel to courts, including the Supreme Court of Appeal and the Constitutional Court, for legal matters.

• Update library loose leaves (binders) for Lexis Nexis and Juta.

• Utilize Sage One accounting program for expense capturing, scanning, and attaching documents for tax-related matters since April 2017.

EDUCATION

Institution : Careers 2000 (Durban, KZN, South Africa) Year Attended : 2002

Certificate Obtained : Executive Secretarial and Computer Studies Bookkeeping and Pastel Accounting (Version 6)

Institution : Apollo Secondary School (Durban, KZN, South Africa) Years Attended : 1997 – 2001

Qualification : Senior Certificate (WES Canada Equivalent: High School Diploma)



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