By Laughs by Teresa
Welcome to my world of numbers, coffee, and the occasional budget-induced headache. I’m Teresa, a Financial Manager in HR. I am sharing my unexpected journey from comic book dreams to the thrilling reality of spreadsheets. Join me for a peek into the chaos, humor, and heart of managing finances. This is the wild world of public sector HR.
The Daily Grind
The fluorescent lights above my desk in DHR Finance hum with the enthusiasm of a teenager being asked to do chores. 7:00 AM: the soundtrack to another thrilling episode of “Budget Reconciliation.” It’s time to engage in my daily superpower: ensuring the people who manage people have the financial resources to, well, manage people. I’m Teresa, your friendly, slightly-caffeinated Financial Manager. I navigate the fascinating fiscal landscape of HR.
Budget Requests and Quirky Proposals
My daily adventures involve navigating budget requests that range from “must-have HR software” to “wait, they want what now?” For example, a dedicated office napping room with aromatherapy. It’s a constant negotiation between “fiscally responsible” and “thinking it might be cheaper than the hand-crafted, locally-sourced, gluten-free-ish donut Fridays.”
Life Behind the Fiscal Curtain
So, grab your morning fuel (mine’s currently fighting a losing battle against sleepiness), and let’s peek behind the HR financial curtain. Expect tales of wrestling with benefit costs. You’ll also hear the thrilling saga of procurement for new HR software. Spoiler: it’s never as simple as “add to cart.” Plus, there’s the constant, low-level anxiety of hoping I haven’t accidentally approved funding for a lifetime supply of motivational cat posters. Welcome to Tuesday in DHR Finance. May the odds (and the budget) be ever in our favor.
The Fun Doesn’t Stop Here!
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I'm so glad to hear you found financial management entertaining and that my humor brought the numbers to life—stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes adventures!
This was such a fun read! I never thought financial management could be so entertaining, your humor brings the numbers to life. Can’t wait to read more of your behind-the-scenes adventures!
Keep them coming!