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Key Strengths And Attributes
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Edward Stewart

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Dynamic and experienced with a background in software testing and accounting seeking to leverage expertise in stakeholder relationship management, and financial management to lead and nurture Highbury Community House Inc towards its mission of enabling and nurturing the community to learn, share, and find meaningful connections.

As a seasoned Senior Test Analyst with a background in accounting, I offer a unique blend of financial knowledge and attention to detail. My expertise lies in stakeholder relationship management, operations management, and financial management, making me an ideal candidate for the role of Manager at Highbury Community House Inc. Experienced Senior Test Technician with 20+ years overseeing testing, troubleshooting and operational success. Systematic with understanding of complex organisational needs. Meticulous approach to monitoring infrastructure performance against internal and external guidelines. Insightful collaborator who is able to plan and document effectiveness.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Test Analyst

OneNZ
03.2023 - Current
  • Utilized Agile methodologies to design and implement CRM and billing systems for end-user telecommunication products
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless delivery of high-quality software products
  • Worked on Next Generation Critical Communications projects.

Senior Test Analyst

Vodafone New Zealand
07.2012 - 03.2023
  • Designed and implemented CRM and billing systems for end-user telecommunication products
  • Spearheaded testing initiatives across diverse projects, including mergers, creation of new systems, and migration of customer databases.

Billing Project Analyst

TelstraClear
02.2001 - 07.2012
  • Designed and implemented CRM and billing systems for end-user telecommunication products.

Billing Specialist

Clear Communication
02.1991 - 02.2001
  • Contributed to turning creative marketing ideas into operational product realities for the start-up company that became Clear Communication.

Education

Accounting -

MIT

Skills

  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Relationship building
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning
  • Prioritising
  • Time management
  • Innovation
  • Collaboration
  • Flexible
  • Operations management
  • Data Validation
  • Integration Testing
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Test case development
  • Functional Testing
  • Test Planning
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Regression Testing
  • Financial management
  • Industry best practices
  • Agile
  • Scrum
  • Testing tools and technologies
  • Microsoft Office Applications
  • ALM Test Management Tools
  • Siebel CRM Applications
  • Solution-focused
  • Billing and Revenue Management Systems (Oracle)
  • Third Party Bill Formatting

Qualifications/ Education

  • New Zealand Certificate in Commerce, Manukau Institute of Technology
  • ISTQB Acceptance Testing & Foundation Level Testing

Key Strengths And Attributes

  • Proven expertise in stakeholder relationship management, operations management, and financial management.
  • Exceptional relationship building and interpersonal skills.
  • Highly efficient and effective in planning, prioritising, and time management.
  • Innovative, collaborative, and solution-focused.
  • Committed to the vision of having a resilient, vibrant, and thriving community.
  • Solid understanding of industry best practices and standards such as Agile and Scrum.
  • Proficiency in a range of testing tools and technologies, including Microsoft Office Applications, ALM Test Management Tools, Siebel CRM Applications, Billing and Revenue Management Systems (Oracle), and Third Party Bill Formatting.

References

Available upon request.

Affiliations

  • Volunteer at NYT (National Youth Theatre)

This involves everything from liaising with parents about their young people while at camp to packing in and out of the Aotea Centre. I can turn my hand to a wide range of tasks which vary from making cups of tea to organising groups of excited children, to ensuring systems and processes are implemented correctly.

Timeline

Senior Test Analyst

OneNZ
03.2023 - Current

Senior Test Analyst

Vodafone New Zealand
07.2012 - 03.2023

Billing Project Analyst

TelstraClear
02.2001 - 07.2012

Billing Specialist

Clear Communication
02.1991 - 02.2001

Accounting -

MIT
Edward Stewart