PRIYA PATEL
Hamilton,New Zealand
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Countdown NZ, excelling in prescription processing and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Recognized for high accuracy in medication dispensing and fostering team collaboration to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Assistant
Countdown NZ
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with daily pharmacy operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Processed prescriptions from clients in person and via phone.
- Packaged, labeled, and dispensed medications accurately.
- Managed inventory by restocking drugs and related items.
- Monitored expiration dates and disposed of expired medications properly.
- Guided customers in locating products or referred them to pharmacists as needed.
- Operated cash register for transactions and financial documentation.
- Executed end-of-day procedures, preparing medications for closing activities.
Store Manager
Super Save & Thirsty Liquor
12.2017 - 12.2022
- Managed operations of two adjacent stores, ensuring efficiency and accountability.
- Balanced cash daily for both stores to maintain financial integrity.
- Conducted administrative duties, including data entry for deliveries, sales, and purchase orders.
- Oversaw payroll processing and resolved related issues promptly.
- Controlled inventory levels, assessed income, and updated pricing procedures as necessary.
- Facilitated hiring processes for new staff as needed.
Assistant Manager
Ponsonby International Food Court
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Collaborated with management to implement innovative organisational strategies for improved efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations, enhancing overall business functionality and productivity.
- Handled incoming calls and emails promptly, facilitating effective communication across departments.
- Prepared regular reports and maintained accurate staff rosters for operational oversight.
- Managed sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion to protect organisational integrity.
Accounting Associate
Office Beacon
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Developed annual budgets for multiple departments, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
- Participated in accounting system upgrades to improve reporting accuracy and compliance.
- Verified journal entries and classifications for various financial records to maintain accuracy.
- Conducted monthly account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations for client entities.
- Collaborated with external auditors during quarterly reviews and year-end audits to ensure transparency.
Accounting Assistant
Office Beacon
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
02.2011 - 12.2014
- Developed procedures to enhance workflow efficiency within accounting department.
- Maintained general ledger system, ensuring accurate transaction recording.
- Processed journal entries for accruals, amortization, and necessary adjustments.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify discrepancies and implement resolutions.
- Reconciled bank accounts regularly to ensure financial accuracy.
- Assisted in preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Researched discrepancies among invoices, purchase orders, and packing slips.
- Provided support for special finance-related projects for upper management.
Education
Post Graduate diploma of Business Management - Level 8
UUNZ (University Of Southern Queensland)
Auckland, New Zealand01.2017
Master of Social Work -
SARDAR PATEL UNIVERSITY
Gujarat, India05.2011
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
THE MAHARAJA SAYAJIRAO UNIVERSITY
Gujarat, India05.2009
Skills
- Data entry
- Inventory management
- Prescription processing
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- High accuracy
- Team collaboration
- Initiative
- Standards development
- Leadership
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Pressure resilience
- Independent work
- Task prioritization
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Pharmacy Assistant
Countdown NZ
01.2023 - 12.2023
Store Manager
Super Save & Thirsty Liquor
12.2017 - 12.2022
Assistant Manager
Ponsonby International Food Court
01.2016 - 12.2017
Accounting Associate
Office Beacon
01.2015 - 12.2015
Accounting Assistant
Office Beacon
02.2011 - 12.2014
Post Graduate diploma of Business Management - Level 8
UUNZ (University Of Southern Queensland)
Master of Social Work -
SARDAR PATEL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
THE MAHARAJA SAYAJIRAO UNIVERSITY
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