Kristina Decheva Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Illinois, United States

●Manage four directors and tax department in a manner that optimizes efficiency, resources, and client satisfaction●Process and assemble tax returns, extensions and estimates● Process tax organizers and engagement letters in accordance with firm's policies and procedures● Prepare responses to client notices received from the IRS and other government agencies● Receive, read and route incoming mail to directors● Calendar management for directors● Assist with onboarding and… Show more ●Manage four directors and tax department in a manner that optimizes efficiency, resources, and client satisfaction●Process and assemble tax returns, extensions and estimates● Process tax organizers and engagement letters in accordance with firm's policies and procedures● Prepare responses to client notices received from the IRS and other government agencies● Receive, read and route incoming mail to directors● Calendar management for directors● Assist with onboarding and training new hires● Manage and upload client files, i.e., correspondence and other client records● Onboarding of new clients in the firm’s software, i.e., Practice Management, GoFileRoom, CCH Axcess● Ensures client data is collected in a timely matter to comply with filing requirements, i.e., eFile authorization forms● Process and send client tax returns in firm’s software, i.e., SafeSend● Process monthly client billing; follow-up with outstanding accounts receivable● Prepare and process expense reports● Serve as backup to receptionist, as needed Show less

Chicago, Illinois, United States

-Proactively alerts the Account Team of any issues, concerns or needs as theypertain to Timeline Management, Resource Management, and other project related requirements respective to the deliverables outlined in a client’s SOW.-Holds meetings with Account Team for non-PM supported engagements, for needed admin hands onproject collateral.-Responsible to assist Account/IMM Project Manager with internalnotes capture for key engagements, identifying risks… Show more -Proactively alerts the Account Team of any issues, concerns or needs as theypertain to Timeline Management, Resource Management, and other project related requirements respective to the deliverables outlined in a client’s SOW.-Holds meetings with Account Team for non-PM supported engagements, for needed admin hands onproject collateral.-Responsible to assist Account/IMM Project Manager with internalnotes capture for key engagements, identifying risks, decisions,actions/assignments.-Responsible for all required IMM Smartsheets collateral maintenance upkeep.-Responsible for assigned Smartsheet collateral enhancement requestssubmitted by IMM Leadership, end users, and customers-Responsible for initial and ongoing documentation organization andmanaged per each assigned client including Initial Server/SharePoint file/folder structure setup, ensuringalignment with Smartsheet Project Management collateral.-Ongoing monitoring/management to ensure continued alignment.-Responsible for all IMM support requests sent to PMOSupport &PMOSupport + IMM-Development of systems and processes to support and improve the jobs ofother teams-Perform program administration and maintenance activities as required anddirected by the PMO Manager to help sustain vertical & horizontal visibilityat the project, division, & company levels.-Bring continued innovation and improvement to the project managementplatform and processes as part of the PMO team. Show less

Chicago, Illinois, United States

North Aurora, Illinois, United States

● Keeps records of client transactions● Organizes data capture and data analysis as well as agency management● Develops and maintains long-term relationships with accounts● Schedules, tracks, and executes a high influx of special events● Communicates client needs and demands ● Recruits and trains brand representatives ● Manages projects within client relationships, working to carry out client goals while meeting company goals● Helps create and develop innovative… Show more ● Keeps records of client transactions● Organizes data capture and data analysis as well as agency management● Develops and maintains long-term relationships with accounts● Schedules, tracks, and executes a high influx of special events● Communicates client needs and demands ● Recruits and trains brand representatives ● Manages projects within client relationships, working to carry out client goals while meeting company goals● Helps create and develop innovative marketing programs throughqualitative feedback Show less

Greater Chicago Area

-Generates, mails, and/or publishes on the ODR portal.-Receives lists of arbitrators from parties, enters rankings in database, consolidates and/or extends lists as necessary.-Documents reasons for arbitrator changes to case lists such as withdrawal and/or requests for removal.-Contacts arbitrators that serve on cases. Appoints or replaces arbitrators to cases, following established procedures.-Coordinates, schedules, and notifies parties and arbitrators in writing of the date… Show more -Generates, mails, and/or publishes on the ODR portal.-Receives lists of arbitrators from parties, enters rankings in database, consolidates and/or extends lists as necessary.-Documents reasons for arbitrator changes to case lists such as withdrawal and/or requests for removal.-Contacts arbitrators that serve on cases. Appoints or replaces arbitrators to cases, following established procedures.-Coordinates, schedules, and notifies parties and arbitrators in writing of the date and time of conference calls and hearings.-Coordinates and schedules telephonic conferences with service provider.- Maintains electronic and physical files in accordance with established procedures.- Files and/or scans correspondence promptly and prepares files for storage.- Inputs written case notes and hearing dates into case processing system.-Reserves hearing locations for off-site hearings. Reserves, prepares, and recovers hearing rooms for on-site hearings.-Fulfills recording requests and downloads digital recording. -Process incoming emails and faxes from central inbox and case management system.-Reviews and/or processes arbitrator expense reports for submission to Finance.-Reviews vendor/hotel invoices for submission to Finance Department. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

-Provide exceptional administrative assistance and marketing support for a busy, high-profile international legal firm.-Update client information in Elite 3E business management software, ensuring total accuracy and timeliness of data.-Coordinate internal and external meetings and special events, leveraging excellent organizational and interpersonal skills to manage logistics, room reservations, food orders, and communication support with flawless execution.-Create monthly marketing… Show more -Provide exceptional administrative assistance and marketing support for a busy, high-profile international legal firm.-Update client information in Elite 3E business management software, ensuring total accuracy and timeliness of data.-Coordinate internal and external meetings and special events, leveraging excellent organizational and interpersonal skills to manage logistics, room reservations, food orders, and communication support with flawless execution.-Create monthly marketing report, pulling client prospect information from InterAction/LexisNexis and presenting new business development opportunities to CEO and at attorney monthly meetings.-Assist with running the front office and reception area, answering calls, attending to guests and clients, scheduling meetings, and conducting all work with utmost professionalism. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

-Demonstrated outstanding administrative support and astute, autonomous decision-making while managing attorney calendars and schedules via Outlook, formulating memos and preparing correspondence, and coordinating functions.-Coordinated travel arrangements with a third-party vendor, scheduled corporate events, and booked conference rooms, deftly juggling multiple competing priorities to meet deadlines and communicate details as needed.-Answered phone calls and quickly determined the… Show more -Demonstrated outstanding administrative support and astute, autonomous decision-making while managing attorney calendars and schedules via Outlook, formulating memos and preparing correspondence, and coordinating functions.-Coordinated travel arrangements with a third-party vendor, scheduled corporate events, and booked conference rooms, deftly juggling multiple competing priorities to meet deadlines and communicate details as needed.-Answered phone calls and quickly determined the nature of each inquiry to direct the caller to the appropriate attorney, exercising discretion and sound judgment in screening. -Provided secretarial support to attorneys and paralegals, produced twice-daily quality check reports, processed invoices for expense reimbursements, performing all tasks with diligence, professionalism, and acute eye for detail. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

-Delivered exemplary legal support and client service for a busy criminal defense firm, attending court and client meetings and preparing legal complaints, motions, subpoenas and other documents with high-quality execution.-Leveraged exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to make collections calls to clients, leading all transactions with a customer-focus and a personable and helpful attitude.-Assisted with answering phones, greeting clients, and organizing and consolidating… Show more -Delivered exemplary legal support and client service for a busy criminal defense firm, attending court and client meetings and preparing legal complaints, motions, subpoenas and other documents with high-quality execution.-Leveraged exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to make collections calls to clients, leading all transactions with a customer-focus and a personable and helpful attitude.-Assisted with answering phones, greeting clients, and organizing and consolidating physical and electronic files. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

-Planned events for students interested in pursuing a career in law-Collaborated with local and out of state law schools for UIC Pre-Law Events-Scheduled LSAT sessions with talented LSAT tutors-Maintained a flexible budget for UIC Pre-Law Society-Organized a fund raiser events for donations-Utilized social media including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram and Twitter-Recruited talented students to join UIC Pre-Law Society-Invited alumni to give a motivational… Show more -Planned events for students interested in pursuing a career in law-Collaborated with local and out of state law schools for UIC Pre-Law Events-Scheduled LSAT sessions with talented LSAT tutors-Maintained a flexible budget for UIC Pre-Law Society-Organized a fund raiser events for donations-Utilized social media including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram and Twitter-Recruited talented students to join UIC Pre-Law Society-Invited alumni to give a motivational speech about the journey during law school and beyond Show less

Chicago

-Conducted primary research and data analysis for the Multicultural Communications and Marketing Department, directly supporting the department director and department goals to reach new audiences.-Analyzed the university’s demographic reach, assessing quantitative and qualitative statistical data via SPSS.-Reported results and made recommendations for new marketing strategies to maximize diversity on campus, forecasting an increase in multicultural demographics by 37%.

Master'S Degree, International Relations & Diplomacy, 3.9/4.0

Bachelor'S Degree, Sociology, 3.9/4.0

Activities and Societies: Vice President of Pre-Law Committee UIC Multicultural Communications and Marketing Intern Phai Thetta Kappa.

Multilateral Diplomacy And International Relations

Summer Study Abroad Program in Political Science