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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Certification
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Els Bodifee

Kerikeri

Summary

I am a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at Kleen+Press, a drycleaning and commercial laundry business, adept at driving revenue growth and increasing brand visibility.

I am very experienced in MYOB software and Microsoft Office, complemented by exceptional customer service abilities.

I excel in organisational tasks and thrive in both team and individual settings, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and a passion for working with people and animals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner Operator

Kleen+Press
, Kerikeri
05.2009 - 06.2024
  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, purchases and accounting.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients for services provided by the company.
  • Created marketing strategies to drive revenue and increase brand visibility.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Delivered excellent customer service to clients and employees.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.

MYOB Certified Consultant

Self Employed
, Kerikeri
01.2001 - 03.2013
  • Configured and installed MYOB accounting software at customer sites.
  • Assisted customers in data migration from previous software into MYOB accounting software.
  • Conferred with clients regarding accounting needs.
  • Performed system upgrades to ensure compatibility with new releases of MYOB accounting software.
  • Assisted clients with computer malfunctions and program problems.
  • Provided advice and guidance to clients on the use of MYOB accounting software.
  • Trained clients in the use of MYOB accounting software.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Financial Controller (co-owner Business)

Scottronic Technologies
, Kerikeri
06.1995 - 05.2000
  • Managed Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
  • Prepared monthly financial statements, and Profit and Loss reports to inform directors.
  • Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
  • Managed day-to-day finance operations
  • Reviewed bank reconciliations on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of data.
  • Administered payroll for employees.

Education

Diploma in Business (not graduated, I completed 5 papers, 2001-2003) - Accounting And Finance

The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

Skills

  • No qualification in animal handling, but I have extensive experience in animal handling; in the last 30 years, I've had dogs, cats, horses, and goats
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Extensive organisational and administrative experience, including Microsoft Office and MYOB accounting software Fast learner learning new programs
  • Great attention to detail, very accurate and precise
  • Full and clean driver's license, and a reliable car
  • Love working with people and I would love to work with animals

Affiliations

  • Gym fanatic (3 - 4 days a week, 6 -7 classes a week)
  • Reading

Languages

English
Professional
Dutch
Professional
German
Elementary
French
Elementary
Greek
Elementary

Certification

  • MYOB Certified Consultant

Timeline

Owner Operator

Kleen+Press
05.2009 - 06.2024

MYOB Certified Consultant

Self Employed
01.2001 - 03.2013

Financial Controller (co-owner Business)

Scottronic Technologies
06.1995 - 05.2000

Diploma in Business (not graduated, I completed 5 papers, 2001-2003) - Accounting And Finance

The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Els Bodifee