Andreea Elena Butnaru
Sittingbourne ,Kent
Summary
Serving as a contractor at Grain LNG, focused on supporting commercial operations through effective management of utility agreements, specifically power and heat supply contracts. Coordinated with various teams to ensure seamless execution of shipper contracts. Achieved operational efficiency through diligent oversight of daily commercial processes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Advisor
Grain LNG
Grain, Rochester , Kent
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted in daily commercial processes related to LNG capacity agreements and utility services.
- Acted as a liaison between long-term LNG capacity holders and terminal operations.
- Monitored nominations, cargo schedules, gas day allocations, and BOG movements.
- Validated metering data, ullage positions, and send-out figures for billing and contract performance.
- Prepared invoicing inputs and aided in revenue reconciliation processes.
- Participated in commercial operations standby rota.
- Supported contract change control amendments and performance assessments.
- Responded to customer queries and time-sensitive commercial matters in operational environments.
- Contributed to tariff reviews, budget inputs, and annual commercial processes.
- Utilised advanced Excel for data analysis, reconciliation, and performance reporting.
- Supported operational continuity through effective communication and structured commercial decision-making.
- Offer flexibility to provide additional cover during periods of leave, sickness or exceptional operational requirements.
- Work collaboratively across Commercial, Operations, Finance and Regulatory functions to support the delivery of business objectives.
Commercial Coordonator
Norton Folgate
Bpchild , Kent
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Cultivated advanced understanding of over 50 clients' brands, addressing crucial challenges and positioning within relevant market environments to deliver informed guidance and recommendations.
- Oversaw management of over 50 client accounts to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Orchestrated and oversaw timelines ensuring consistent, timely, and cost-effective project completion.
- Cultivated robust partnerships with external freelancers and suppliers to ensure high-quality outputs.
- Monitored sales performance and activity levels using Prophet and Power BI to ensure data-driven decision-making.
- Coordinated day-to-day activities across accounts and projects to enhance client engagement and communication.
- Analysed low-performing accounts and implemented tailored strategies to enhance sales and improve customer retention.
- Facilitated seamless customer interactions to enhance satisfaction and promote loyalty.
- Visited customer locations to determine needs, set up contracts and provide training.
- Grew customer base by identifying needs to deliver relevant product solutions that met client budgets and schedules.
- Contacted prospective clients and warm leads to generate new customers.
- Addressed problems in proactive and knowledgeable manner to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
- Worked with designers to create high-quality advertising and newsletter campaigns.
- Evaluated and negotiated commercial contracts with existing customers to achieve high renewal rate.
- Determined client needs to help tailor onboarding experience and identify cross-selling opportunities.
Production Administrator
Integrated Service Solutions
Tehynam , Kent
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Facilitated comprehensive administrative support for production and stock control functions to ensure accuracy and timeliness of processes and documentation.
- Controlled and maintained accurate stock figures exceeding 100,000 cases for products across company.
- Utilised advanced database software and MS Office Excel to enhance data management and analysis capabilities.
- Facilitated organisation and planning of tasks to meet team objectives.
Assisted in utilising Prophet system for streamlined operations.
Supported teams in achieving KPI targets while adhering to deadlines.
Financial Accountant
SC Plantagro Com SRL
Vaslui, Vaslui
10.2013 - 07.2016
- Prepared and analysed financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
- Conducted thorough reconciliations of accounts, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective measures to maintain accuracy.
- Managed month-end closing processes, coordinating with various departments to gather necessary financial data and documentation.
- Developed and maintained financial forecasting models, providing insights to support strategic decision-making and budgeting.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline accounting processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing processing times.
- Advised management on financial implications of business decisions, contributing to improved financial performance and risk management.
- Generated financial statements documenting revenue, expenses and liabilities.
- Posted journal and ledger entries, prepared financial statements and reports and closed books.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BA in Accounting and Finance
University West of London
London, ENG01-2026
NVQ Level 3 - Business and Administration
East Kent College
London01-2018
NVQ Level 3 - Organisational Management Techniques
London Professional College
London 01-2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Law and Administrative Science
Univevrsity of Law and Administrative Sciences
Bucharest Romania 01-2014
Bachelor of Science - BA in Accounting and Finance
University of Ecologic
Bucharest01-2013
Skills
- Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft ExcelFinancial & Commercial Modelling
- Contract Performance Tracking
- Metering & Billing Validation
- Data Reconciliation & Analysis
- KPI & Governance Reporting
Languages
Romanian
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Commercial Advisor
Grain LNG
05.2025 - Current
Commercial Coordonator
Norton Folgate
04.2022 - 05.2025
Production Administrator
Integrated Service Solutions
01.2016 - 01.2022
Financial Accountant
SC Plantagro Com SRL
10.2013 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - BA in Accounting and Finance
University West of London
NVQ Level 3 - Business and Administration
East Kent College
NVQ Level 3 - Organisational Management Techniques
London Professional College
Bachelor of Business Administration - Law and Administrative Science
Univevrsity of Law and Administrative Sciences
Bachelor of Science - BA in Accounting and Finance
University of Ecologic