Adrienne Joseph

Background

About Adrienne Joseph

I am a positive, hard-working individual seeking the opportunity to accept new challenges and bringing my expertise to any position. I work constantly to expand my knowledge seeking outside resources when necessary, complete tasks in a timely manner, and to create a positive work environment for myself and those around me.I possess the following skills and qualifications: More than 10 years of administrative experience where I consistently met or exceeded the goals of the unit/department; Excellent communication and customer service skills; Knowledge of basic principles and practices of Accounting; General knowledge of Mainframe or Net-worked based financial systems; General knowledge of professional business and office practices; Demonstrated advanced written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively explain, present, direct, negotiate, influence and train others; Experience exercising a high degree of discretion, mature judgment and tact in handling issues of a sensitive nature; Proficiency in using computer keyboards and ten-key for data entry and business memos; Operational skills to use a wide range of office equipment and systems; Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse team of faculty members, researchers, staff, students, and agency representatives; Willingness and ability to learn new things quickly, prioritize multiple competing tasks, meet deadlines, take initiative in leading activities, work efficiently and independently with little supervision, and work well under pressure; Excellent skills in budget preparation, financial reports and analysis; Financial analysis, budget development; Applies basic knowledge of University financial services and requirements to prepare budgets and reports; Demonstrated experience maintaining efficient organization systems.Specialties: Employee Recognition Awards Committee, Member 2002-2005: Promotes morale, harmony and professionalism within the Public Safety & Transportation DepartmentBAS Women's Leadership Group, Member April 2007-Present:This group was formed to create an opportunity for Business Administrative Services women to meet with Berkeley Campus leaders and learn from them about balancing life/work, and what it means to be both a woman and a leader at Berkeley.