Lorena Terezi

• Dedicated and accomplished Oracle Global Project Architect with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing Oracle-based solutions for multinational organizations
• Proficient in overseeing end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and delivering high-quality solutions within scope, budget, and timeline constraints
• Assigned tasks and monitored progress for team members working on various aspects of projects.
• Conducted research, identified potential solutions, and proposed innovative ideas to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including business leaders, project managers, and technology teams, to understand business requirements, technical constraints, and strategic priorities, translating them into actionable architectural designs and roadmaps.
• Organized regular meetings with team members to discuss progress on ongoing projects and address any concerns they may have.
• Participated in post-construction reviews following completion of each phase of a project.
• Generated concept designs, collaborated with customers to gain feedback and directed entire design process.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of existing systems, processes, and infrastructure to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for optimization, recommending tailored Oracle solutions to drive business value and competitive advantage.
• Designed scalable and robust Oracle architectures tailored to the specific needs of diverse business units and geographic regions in EMEA, leveraging a deep understanding of Oracle technologies and cloud platforms.
• Conducted regular project reviews and status updates with executive leadership, presenting key insights, achievements, and challenges to facilitate informed decision-making and alignment with strategic goals.
• Worked closely with vendors, partners, and third-party providers to evaluate technologies, negotiate contracts, and procure services necessary for project success, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and standards

• Led financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, collaborating with department heads to develop strategic financial plans aligned with business objectives
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, assets and general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency in financial transactions and reporting.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital management, identifying opportunities to optimize cash resources, mitigate financial risks, and improve capital efficiency.
• Manage relationships with banking partners, financial institutions, and other external stakeholders, negotiating terms, fees, and services to maximize value and minimize costs.
• Prepared monthly financial reports and presentations for executive management, highlighting key insights, variances, and trends to facilitate strategic discussions and decision-making
• Coordinated audits and examinations with external auditors, addressing inquiries and implementing recommendations to strengthen internal controls and financial reporting processes.
• Conducted ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects to support business initiatives, providing actionable recommendations and insights to senior leadership
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including sales, operations, and marketing, to develop and implement financial strategies and initiatives to drive business growth and operational excellence.
• Assisted in the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and systems to improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance across the organization.
• Supported the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop budget targets and assumptions, and monitoring budget performance throughout the year.

Financial administration

• Assisted with the preparation of financial statements and reports for management review.
• Maintained accurate records of all transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll and general ledger entries.
• Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciled general ledger accounts.
• Managed accounts receivable collections process by following up on past due balances.
• Compiled data for weekly cash flow projections as well as quarterly forecasting models.
• Assisted with month-end closing processes by preparing accrual journal entries when necessary, performing account reconciliations and conducted investigations into discrepancies.
• Tracked and documented expenses to maintain operations within budget.
• Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
• Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers, leasing companies, clients and auditors.
• Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
• Assisted in two company acquisitions within a period of 2 years

Sales administration

• Provided support to the sales team by preparing proposals and presentations for prospective clients.
• Processed invoices for payment ensuring accuracy in amounts charged against purchases made by customers.
• Responsible for maintaining records of customer interactions including contact details, purchase history.
• Provided assistance in creating monthly financial reports for senior management review.
• Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
• Generated periodic performance metrics and analytics reports using CRM software and other tools.
• Coordinated with purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of products or services to customers.

HR Support

• Analyzed existing HR systems and processes making recommendations for improvement when necessary.
• Conducted exit interviews for employee termination or resignation.
• Provided advice on HR related topics such as compensation levels, performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
• Prepared reports on staff movement within the organization including transfers, promotions and terminations.
• Handled sensitive and confidential employee information with complete discretion.
• Processed employee status changes, keeping human resources systems and employee records up to date.
• Conducted candidate interviews to gain additional insight into professional background and skill set.
• Assisting on creating and maintaining Employment contracts, including onboarding process.

• Maintained a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Forecasted cash flow positions and managed the preparation of the company's budget
• Engaged in ongoing cost reduction analyses
• Interpreted the company's financial results to management and recommended improvement activities.
• Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.

• Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Assisted with accounts receivable activities such as invoicing, collections, and deposits.
• Performed account analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements and inter-company general ledger accounts.
• Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
• Implemented program to create daily spreadsheets and streamline financial reporting.

Assisted with administrative support and accounting tasks for a non-profit Organization helping small farming businesses in Albania.

• Worked as a bank teller and hostess at a VIP branch delivering exceptional service, handling high-value transactions, and providing personalized banking solutions to meet the unique needs of an esteemed clientele.

• Worked as a part-time market research analyst for the Greek energy market, where conducted in-depth market research and analysis of energy markets, including electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy, to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.

• Provided efficient and accurate banking services to customers, including processing transactions, answering inquiries, and promoting banking products and services.