Darlene S.

Are you looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional to take repetitive administrative, operational, and financial tasks off your plate so you can scale your business? Hi, I am Darlene! I am a dedicated General Virtual Assistant and Executive Assistant with extensive experience partnering with business owners, executives, and agencies to streamline daily operations, manage financial workflows, and drive growth. Whether you need someone to manage your inbox, handle accounts payable, execute targeted lead generation campaigns, or keep your calendar impeccably organized, I step in with precision, confidentiality, and a proactive mindset. --- ### 💡 Core Expertise & Services: * **Executive Assistant Support:** Calendar & schedule management, email triage & organization, client communication, and travel coordination. * **Financial & Administrative Support:** Invoice entry and processing, account reconciliations, vendor inquiries, and accounts payable management (IFS, QuickBooks Online, and Xero). * **Lead Generation & Research:** Sourcing prospective clients, prospect research, and building targeted contact databases. * **Operations & Project Management:** Proficient in organizing workflows, document management, and day-to-day administrative oversight. --- ### 🛠️ Technical Toolkit: * **Productivity & Workspace:** Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Sheets), Microsoft Office (Excel - VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting) * **Accounting & Finance:** QuickBooks Online, Xero, IFS Accounting Software * **Collaboration & PM:** Trello, Notion, Slack, Zoom, Calendly, ClickUp * **Creative & Marketing:** Canva, CapCut, Figma --- ### 🌟 Why Work With Me? ✔️ **Proactive Problem Solver:** I anticipate needs before they arise and look for ways to make your operations run smoother. ✔️ **Certified & Experienced:** Holding certifications in QuickBooks and Xero, alongside a strong background in marketing management and business administration. ✔️ **Reliable & Communicative:** Committed to seamless collaboration, dependable overlap hours (CST timezone), and clear, prompt updates. Let’s connect and discuss how I can help you reclaim your time and keep your business running effortlessly!