Simran Chauhan # Administrative Assistant Location CanadaDesired Salary UnspecifiedWork preference Full TimeLinksNot setStatus Actively looking Field / Industry Finance & Accounting * SharePreferences:Relocation: NoNotice Period: ImmediateSkill Assessments:This user has not passed any tests yet Languages: English - Hindi - Report [Overview](#overview) ## About Me With a strong background in event coordination, sales, and administration, I am confident in my ability to contribute to the success of your team. In my most recent role as an Event Coordinator at Occasions Event Management Inc., I honed my skills in understanding event requirements, meticulous planning, vendor and venue relationship management, and effective communication with clients. My experience in managing sales for large events, along with excellent organizational and negotiation skills, has equipped me with the ability to handle various aspects of event coordination efficiently. During my tenure as a CDS Advisor Sales at Costco, I gained valuable experience in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high standards of customer service and maintaining food safety guidelines. This role enhanced my multitasking abilities, adaptability, and commitment to providing exceptional customer experiences. As a Sales Administrator at ANS Group, I demonstrated proficiency in order processing, data accuracy, and maintaining customer records. My responsibilities also included effectively communicating feedback from customers, showcasing my attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction. Furthermore, my experience as an Executive Assistant in Finance at Epicure Frozen Foods & Beverages Pvt Ltd involved overseeing accounting activities, financial statement preparation, and process improvements, highlighting my financial acumen and analytical skills. My educational background includes a Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting from Kwantlen Polytechnic University, where I am currently pursuing my studies with an expected completion date in December 2024. I also hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Tecnia Institute of Advanced Studies, GGSIPU. ## Skills ### [Organizational Skills](https://jobicy.com/talent/organizational-skills.md)[Account Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/account-management.md)[Microsoft Office](https://jobicy.com/talent/microsoft-office.md)[Microsoft Excel](https://jobicy.com/talent/microsoft-excel.md)[Zoom](https://jobicy.com/talent/zoom.md)[Microsoft PowerPoint](https://jobicy.com/talent/microsoft-powerpoint.md)[HR Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/hr-management.md)[Event Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/event-management.md)[Event Planning](https://jobicy.com/talent/event-planning.md)[Public Relations](https://jobicy.com/talent/public-relations.md)[Business Administration](https://jobicy.com/talent/business-administration.md)[Appointment Setting](https://jobicy.com/talent/appointment-setting.md)[Instagram](https://jobicy.com/talent/instagram.md)[Financial Accounting](https://jobicy.com/talent/financial-accounting.md)[Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/management.md) ## Education Kwantlen Polytechnic University 2022 - 2024 Post Baccalaureate Accounting Tecnia Institute of Advanced Studies, GGSIPU 2015 - 2018 Bachelors in Business Administration ## Experience Event Coordinator @ Occasions Event Management Inc March 2023 - December 2023 • Understanding requirements for each event • Planning event with attention to financial and time constraints • Establishing relationships with venues and vendors • Sending invitations • Reserving event space • Hiring staff when needed • Making payment to vendors • Managing sales for large events • Communicating with clients • Calculating billing amounts • Customer service skills • Written and verbal communication skills • Management skills • Negotiation skills • A basic understanding of the industry they work in and what the events are usually like • The ability to do basic math • An understanding of social media and other marketing skills used to send invitations and promote events • Knowledge of performance monitoring methods for events and the ability to create reports to guide future event coordination improvements • Proven experience as event coordinator • A proven track record of organizing successful events • Proficient in MS Office • Excellent vendor management skills • Knowledge of basic recruitment practices • Outstanding communication and negotiation ability • Well-organized with multi-tasking skills • Able to handle stress and remain calm • Problem-solving ability Sales Advisor @ CDS Costco September 2022 - December 2022 • Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment. • Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products. • Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices and presentation within service goal times. • Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs. • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations. • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas. Sales Administrator @ ANS Group February 2021 - March 2022 • Performed general office duties and administrative tasks • Processed orders via email or phone • Checked data accuracy in orders and invoices • Maintained and updated sales and customer records • Communicated important feedback from customers. Executive Assistance Finance @ Epicure Frozen Foods & Beverages Pvt Ltd March 2019 - October 2019 • Managed Accounting activities • Processing and preparing financial statements • Overseeing client accounts • Creating, sending, and following up on invoices • Collecting and reviewing data for reports • Preparing payments for employees • Suggesting improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and reducing costs. Marketing Intern @ ANS Group January 2018 - August 2018 • Conducted market research and analyzed current trends, created content for various social media platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram • Worked on implementation of new marketing strategies and campaigns, generated monthly marketing reports on the results of campaigns • Pro-actively participated in weekly team meetings and contributed to brainstorming and idea generation • Supported the Marketing manager and superiors with any tasks as assigned • Worked on company's website.