Analyst

ANALYST

Focused, proactive, and highly motivated professional, offering strong qualification in financial planning and analysis as well as in organizational development and financial evaluation. Exemplify track record of completing assigned projects in timely and cost-efficient manner by providing strategic and well-deliberated budget recommendations. Equipped with expertise in optimizing and improving operations as well as in presenting preliminary budget proposals. Exhibit sound judgment and decision-making skills, and demonstrate exemplary leadership in constructing strategic vision, generating financial success, and delivering positive results across multiple organizational functions. Currently completing the Chartered Financial Analyst Level 1 program. Proficient at various Microsoft Office applications.

CORE COMPETENCIES

- Financial Analysis / Budget Management

- Strategic Business Planning

- Market Research and Evaluation

- Project Management

- Operational Streamlining

- Sales and Marketing

- Leadership and Team Building

- Interpersonal Skills / Customer Service

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Economics, Minor in History, Georgia State University - Atlanta, GA

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sales Associate, GNC - Norcross, GA Jan 2010-Present

- Maintain outstanding customer service in compliance with the company’s standards while assisting clients in choosing products that best suit their needs, responding to all their concerns and issues, and providing an accommodating environment

- Assist in organizing product and merchandising displays

- Complete end-of-day finance reports regarding sales, and present them to the management

Finance Intern, Citi Personal Wealth Management - New York, NY Sep 2008-Dec 2008

- Engaged in investment analysis in support of the Hanes Haber Group wealth management team

- Evaluated mutual funds, stocks, and money markets using Morningstar and other research tools

- Involved in developing proposed portfolios and 401(k) plans, which were used by financial advisors in client meetings

- Formulated database of potential clients and prospects to assist in growing customer base

Production Manager, Georgia Trading Post, Inc. - Norcross, GA Aug 2003-Aug 2008

- Successfully delivered greater structure through developing new policies, procedures, reports, and tracking systems to monitor various aspects of operations and activities

- Received strong customer service scores especially during peak holiday season, which increased weekly orders from 75 to 100 as well as generated numerous rush orders

- Consistently delivered services ahead of schedule to ensure high customer satisfaction rates

- Coached staff on necessary intricate processes and procedures to ensure achievement of corporate objectives

AWARD

Recipient of Hope Scholarship

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Engage in various socio-civic organizations, such as Habitat for Humanity, Trees for Atlanta, Project Downtown, as well as community feeding and fundraising

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