JOELYS CRUZ RUIZ
Toa Alta
Summary
Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Business Partner
LUMA
10.2024 - Current
- Identified areas for operational improvement through detailed variance analysis, leading to increased profitability.
- Obtained financial details to support general ledger reporting.
- Drove process improvements in accounting practices that reduced errors and improved the timeliness of financial reporting.
- Worked on FEMA process and guidelines to ensure reimbursement of funds for all Disaster Recovery Proyects.
Grant Analyst
Cor3
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with external partners such as local governments or non-profits when necessary.
- Provided technical assistance to grantees on program implementation and reporting requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of all data collected during analysis processes.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Operation Specialist
GAMMA International Bank
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications
- Gathered, organized, and input information into digital database
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system
Restaurant Manager
Kabanas
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers, and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals
Education
Masters In Supply Chain And Logistics - Business Administration
Ana G. Mendez University
Online CampusBBA - Finance
Universidad Interamericana Recinto De Bayamón
Bayamón06.2023
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish & English)
- Leadership
- Systems Evaluation
- Excel
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Operation and Control
- Operational Planning
- Customer Relationship Management
- Business Operations
- Business Development
- Quality Management
- Inventory Supplies
- Database Software
- Data analysis abilities
- Interpersonal abilities
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Hazard mitigation
- Public safety
- Data collection
- Structural analysis
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Contact
Toa Alta, Puerto Rico 00953
Education and Training
Bayamón
Timeline
Finance Business Partner
LUMA
10.2024 - Current
Grant Analyst
Cor3
03.2024 - 10.2024
Operation Specialist
GAMMA International Bank
06.2022 - 03.2024
Restaurant Manager
Kabanas
01.2020 - 06.2022
BBA - Finance
Universidad Interamericana Recinto De Bayamón
Masters In Supply Chain And Logistics - Business Administration
Ana G. Mendez University