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Carla-Maria Layne

@carla-marialayne

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Detail-oriented administrative officer with strong financial and design skills.

Barbados

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role combining administration and finance with opportunities to manage payroll, reporting, events, and client relations in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

I am a detail-oriented administrative officer with over 10 years' experience in administration, customer service, and creative design, currently strengthening my financial expertise through a B.Sc. in Accounting. I have managed office operations, payroll, PAYE/NIS filings, financial reporting, scheduling of classes and events, and maintained client and community relationships for charitable and private organizations.

I bring hands-on experience in event coordination, fashion design and production, and customer-facing roles, with demonstrated achievements including participation in regional fashion weeks and successful management of educational programs. I am committed to accuracy, service excellence, and continuous professional development, and I seek opportunities where I can apply both administrative and creative strengths to drive operational efficiency and stakeholder engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Travel Advisor

Current

Inteletravel

Jun 2025 - Present (5 months)

I am passionate about helping clients turn their travel dreams into reality. I specialize in creating personalized itineraries that blend adventure, comfort, and unforgettable experiences. Whether planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a group retreat. My mission is simple, to make travel planning as exciting and enjoyable as the destination itself.

Sales Vacation Scheduling Travel Coordination

Current

Administrative Officer

Current

Caribbean Dyslexia Association

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 10 months)

Manage office operations, schedule classes, conduct client consultations, and prepare payroll and financial reports while maintaining PAYE/NIS filings and cash flow controls to support the charity's programs.

Office Administration Payroll Financial Reporting Client Relations Scheduling PAYE NIS Compliance Excel

Administrative Assistant

Pehnyo Dance Center

Jan 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 11 months)

Managed student enrollment systems, scheduled meetings, maintained records, processed billing and payments, and supported costume production and logistics for performances.

Scheduling Enrollment management Billing Record keeping Customer Service Data Entry Microsoft Office

Fashion Designer

Carayne Designs

Jan 2007 - Dec 2020 (13 years 11 months)

Designed and produced custom garments, jewelry, and accessories, managed client consultations, budgets, delivery schedules, and represented the label at regional fashion shows.

Fashion Design Consultation Budget Management Production Scheduling Jewelry Design Sewing

Customer Service Rep

The Bank of Nova Scotia

Jan 2007 - Dec 2009 (2 years 11 months)

Processed customer transactions, resolved inquiries and complaints, promoted banking products, and generated client referrals to support branch service goals.

Customer Service Transaction Processing Promotion Cash Handling Communication

Sales Representative

Dacosta Mannings

Jan 2004 - Dec 2004 (11 months)

Handled point-of-sale transactions, processed invoices, assisted with merchandising and inventory management to support store operations.

Point of Sale Invoicing Merchandising Inventory Management Customer Service Sales Cash Handling

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of the West Indies

Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Accounting (Special) to strengthen financial and managerial expertise.

Barbados Community College

Associate Degree in Applied Arts, Fashion Design

2005 - 2007

Activities and societies: Participated in regional fashion shows and exhibitions; Graduating class portfolio 2007.

Completed an Associate Degree in Applied Arts with a focus on Fashion Design, including portfolio work and garment construction.

The St. Michael School

Caribbean Examination Council Certificates, General Secondary Education

1999 - 2004

Completed Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) secondary education with subjects including English, Technical Drawing, Mathematics, Art, Geography, and Physics.