Waldene Adams
Administrative professional with experience in reception, HR administration, and office management/support
About
Organised and detail-oriented administrative professional with experience in reception, HR administration, and office management/support. Proven ability to manage financial transactions, coordinate schedules, and support labour relations processes. Currently pursuing a Diploma in Financial Accounting, supported by an N6 Certificate in Management Assistant.
Strong interest in transitioning into finance and bookkeeping roles. Reliable, adaptable, and able to perform effectively in fast-paced environments.
Experience
Administrator (Executive to Director) - GvH Landscapes
(2024-04)
- Provide administrative support to daily business operations
- Manage client communication (calls, emails, enquiries)
- Diary management and appointment scheduling
- Assist with scheduling and job coordination
- Handling invoicing and record keeping
- Maintain organised filing systems
- On and off boarding of employees (contracts, supporting documentation etc)
- Handling of Injury on duty claims
- Payroll administration and leave schedules
- Petty cash
- Procurement of goods and services in relation to the business needs
- Labour relations administration
- Customer invoicing and statements (Xero Accounting)
- Handling supplier invoices and processing thereof
- Liaising with customers and suppliers daily
- Basic Health and Safety Management
- Follow up on outstanding creditors and debtors' accounts
- Perform reconciliations of creditors' and debtors' accounts
- Manage creditors' and debtors' accounts
- Manage and coordinate the maintenance of buildings and facilities on the GvH Landscapes farm
- Manage and coordinate the company fleet, including booking vehicle services, maintenance and repairs
- Handle the Director's medical aid administration and related correspondence
- Assist with insurance administration for personal, fleet, home and business insurance processes
Administrative Clerk (Contract Position) - Bitou Municipality
(2023-03 - 2023-08)
- Performed general administrative duties
- Managed diaries and scheduled appointments
- Handles calls and emails
- Assisted with procurement processes
- Coordinated meeting logistics
Work Integrated Learner (Internship) - Bitou Municipality
(2021-06 - 2021-12)
- Supported HR and labour relations administration
- Handled communication and scheduling
- Assisted with procurement and documentation
- Prepared disciplinary documentation
Frontline Receptionist - Face Adrenalin
(2017-01 - 2020-12)
- Managed reception and customer service
- Processed transactions
- Handled bookings and scheduling
- Maintained records
Education
Diploma - Financial Accounting - Boston City Campus
Certificate - Management Assistant - South Cape College (George) (2016)
National Senior Certificate - Matric - Humansdorp Senior Secondary School (2014)
