KARINA KWARARA
Port Moresby
Summary
Highly motivated professional with strong background in accounting principles and extensive experience in administrative roles. Utilizes MYOB and MS Excel to streamline processes and enhance accuracy. Excels in overseeing office operations, coordinating schedules, and providing support to executive teams, all while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and effectively prioritizing tasks. Proficient in various software applications, enabling quick adaptation to new systems and leveraging technology for data analysis and reporting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Secretary - BCW3
Bonifica S.P.A in joint venture with Renardet S.A Consulting Engineers
07.2024 - Current
- Compilation, formatting and distribution of Project Progress Reports since July 2024, all reports have been submitted to the relevant parties by their due dates
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Formulating correspondences for BCW3 project
- Contribute to successful project outcomes by providing ongoing administrative support to Project Managers and team members.
- Promotes a positive and productive working environment for all project team members through effective communication, organization, and support.
- Preparation of project-related presentations
- Facilitates project related meetings and takes effective meeting minutes
- Provides administrative, accounting and I.T related assistance to Project Engineers
- Assisted in the identification of process improvements resulting in increased productivity within the project team.
Accounts Receivable Officer
Corps Security Services
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Pursued payments through email and phone communication according to Accounts Receivable Aging Summary Report in MYOB
- Daily bank reconciliations
- Preparation of quotes for both national and international clients
- Received and processed payments via cash, cheque, and online transfers
- Billing and Invoicing related to contracted manned guarding services and transport, cash-in-transit (CIT) operations and ad-hoc billing
- Maintained organized files, facilitating efficient record retrieval for audits and internal reviews.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing inquiries professionally and providing clear explanations for payment issues.
Finance and Administration Officer - EPM2
Renardet S.A Consulting Engineers
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Generated monthly financial reports in USD and PGK currencies
- Prepared Goods and Services Tax (GST) documentation
- Maintained a monthly cash book report
- Prepared and submitted monthly salary payments for key staff members
- Managed time sheets and payroll details for support staff salaries, including leave days and final entitlements
- Prepared and submitted monthly forecast of cash requirements for the project office
- Maintained an electronic filing system of RMRP2 project
- Coordinated travel and accommodation for project engineers and specialists
- Maintained the asset register for office and I.T equipment
- Managed registration and safety sticker renewal of project vehicle fleet
I.T Projects Officer
Air Niugini Savings & Loan Society (Casual Engagement)
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided I.T preventative maintenance support
- Prepared and distributed project timelines, meeting minutes and project related documentation and ensured deadlines were met
- Responsible for storage, management and tracking of documentation related to the Ultra Data Migration from Federation of Savings & Loan Society (FESALOS) to Air Niugini Savings & Loan Society (ANGSL)
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Diploma - Accounting
International Training Institute
Port Moresby11-2024
Certificate - Accounting
International Training Institute
Port Moresby04-2023
Advanced Diploma - I.T
Datec Learning Centers
Port Moresby Campus04.2018
Associate Diploma - I.T
Datec Learning Centers
Port Moresby Campus04.2017
Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Accurate Data Analysis
- Meeting coordination
- Document control proficiency
- Process improvement techniques
- Calendar management
- Expense tracking
- Travel arrangements
- Works independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication skills
References
Dr, Velepat Tauru, International Gender Specialist – RMRP II, yelevanagi@gmail.com, 74305340, 78804060
Timeline
Project Secretary - BCW3
Bonifica S.P.A in joint venture with Renardet S.A Consulting Engineers
07.2024 - Current
Accounts Receivable Officer
Corps Security Services
09.2023 - 01.2024
Finance and Administration Officer - EPM2
Renardet S.A Consulting Engineers
06.2022 - 08.2023
I.T Projects Officer
Air Niugini Savings & Loan Society (Casual Engagement)
09.2019 - 12.2019
Diploma - Accounting
International Training Institute
Certificate - Accounting
International Training Institute
Advanced Diploma - I.T
Datec Learning Centers
Associate Diploma - I.T
Datec Learning Centers
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