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Christelle Balaa

@christellealbalaa

Financial Document Specialist: I turn complex Excel data into precision InDesign layouts with an airtight QA audit pipeline.

Lebanon

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What I'm looking for

Target Roles: Technical Document Specialist, Financial Layout Expert, Document Operations. Engagement: Independent Remote Contractor (Full/Part-time). Scope: Excel-to-InDesign automated layouts, annual report formatting, and strict QA auditing. Payment Setup: Direct SWIFT wires to Fresh USD account (intermediary supported)

Technical Document Specialist | Excel-to-InDesign Pipeline & QA

I specialize in the end-to-end production of confidential financial reports, annual filings, and data-dense corporate publications. I bridge the gap between raw data and publication-ready layouts: converting mixed-state Excel tables into clean vector charts (Illustrator) and dynamically linking them into structured InDesign spreads.

Core Deliverables & Technical Expertise:

Data-to-Layout Pipeline: Ingesting raw financial data, mapping field variables, and linking Excel/Illustrator assets directly to InDesign master templates.
Airtight QA & Auditing: Systematic cross-referencing of multi-page financial spreads to catch and resolve figure discrepancies prior to final export.
NDA & Compliance Compliant: Experienced in working with proprietary, high-security client data under strict non-disclosure workflows.
AI-Driven Scripting & Automation: Utilize AI coding tools (Codex, GPT) to design, deploy, and debug Python and PowerShell utility scripts that automate repetitive file-handling and data tasks.
Technical Environment & Data Utilities: Practical experience leveraging Node.js, PostgreSQL, Command Prompt/PowerShell, and local Virtual Machines (VMs) to handle data extraction, database queries, and isolated background tasks.
Document Management Pipeline (In Development): Architected a local Python/OCR document-classification tool that analyzes file content, standardizes file-naming conventions, and automatically sorts files into structured directories.
Isolated Environment Testing: Configured local Virtual Machine (VM) environments to execute background automation tasks and test utility scripts without interrupting primary operating system workflows.

Certifications & AI Capabilities:

Certifications: Microsoft Generative AI Career Essentials | Google Generative AI Learning Pathway
AI & Automation Tools: Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI GPT/Codex (Prompt Engineering, AI-Assisted Python/PowerShell Scripting)

Fully established as an independent remote contractor equipped with independent international SWIFT wire routing.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Technical Document Specialist

Current

Independent Remote Contractor

Architect and execute automated data pipelines connecting raw financial datasets into Adobe InDesign for high-precision annual reports and investor presentations. Build custom Python and PowerShell utility scripts to automate document assembly, OCR classification, and background file management.

Python PowerShell InDesign Adobe Illustrator OCR Data Pipelines QA auditing Virtual Machines Financial Reporting

Current

Technical Officer, Motorsport Operations

Current

Automobile and Touring Club du Liban (ATCL)

Jul 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Support administrative operations of the Lebanese ASN and technical/sporting execution of national motorsport events. Conduct pre- and post-event technical checks, lead scrutineering teams, and assist with results, documentation, and event operations.

Scrutineering FIA Regulations Technical Inspection Event Operations Results Compilation Chronometry Documentation Team Leadership Attention To Detail

Financial Reporting Specialist

ODEO Luxembourg and MasonBower

Aug 2023 - Apr 2024 (8 months)

Extracted and compiled financial data from Excel files, meticulously integrating it into comprehensive financial reports using InDesign and Adobe Illustrator. Engaged in open communication with clients to understand specific report requirements and iterated on reports based on their feedback. Safely stored finalized reports in shared spaces for team access and collaboration.

InDesign Adobe Illustrator Client Communication Data Integration Financial Reporting Excel

Admin and Finance Assistant

shareQ

Dec 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 1 month)

Executed financial administration, ledger data verification, and reconciliation across corporate reporting workflows. Conducted strict data-entry auditing to ensure 100% numerical accuracy and compliance in internal financial records.

Financial Consultant & Admin Intern

The Primes Group

Jun 2022 - Sep 2022 (3 months)

Assisted in financial data gathering, spreadsheet analysis, and client report preparation. Supported administrative operations and data structuring for client presentation decks and financial documentation.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Engineers Academy

L3 Essential Mathematics for Engineers, Mathematics

Currently pursuing L3 Essential Mathematics for Engineers through e-learning at Engineers Academy. This ongoing program focuses on advanced mathematical concepts crucial for engineering applications.

Engineers Academy

L3 Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Currently undertaking L3 Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering via e-learning at Engineers Academy. This course provides a foundational understanding of mechanical engineering principles.

Institut Supérieur d'Economie et de Management

Bachelor’s degree in “Economie Gestion”, Economics and Management

Completed a Bachelor’s degree in “Economie Gestion” at ISEM, Institut Supérieur d'Economie et de Management. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of economic and management principles.