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Ambitious and Experienced Professional eager to integrate Human Resources studies and extensive employment history into a position that will allow me to contribute toward actively supporting operational objectives.  High performance leader with a  track record of successfully managing a broad spectrum of payroll processing, general ledger and reconcilxxxxxxtion responsibilities.  Reputation for superior business savvy and ability to streamline business processes for higher productivity and efficiency.

 

Key Skills Summary

 

Microsoft Office /Word, Excel and Outlook

QuickBooks, NetSuite, AccountMate and Navision

Ability to Work in a Fast Paced Environment

Perform Critical Business Analysis/Improvement

Complete Thorough and Accurate Reconcilxxxxxxtion

Consistent Progression and Responsibilities

Time Management and Scheduling

Effectively Manage Multiple Projects

Consistently Exceed Goals & Objectives

Excellent Presentation and Communication Skills

Strategic Leadership and Planning

Strong Analytical Skills/Detail Oriented

 

Professional History

 

Des Moines Public Schools, Des Moines, XXXXXX (2007 to 2009) - Payroll Specxxxxxxlist

w  Provided leadership and oversight for 6 staff members in the bi-weekly payroll processing for 7000 district employees.

w  Efficiently and accurately balanced and processed retirement reports, adjustments, garnishments and child support levies.

w  Led resolution for pay discrepancies, calculated contract payouts and withholding taxes.

w  Played key role in boosting operational efficiencies by actively collaborating in payroll and HR software conversion project and KRONOS timekeeping implementation.

 

Broadlawns Medical Center  Des Moines, XXXXXX  (2005 to 2007) - Payroll Supervisor

w  Led the coordination and processing of bi-weekly payroll for 1000 employees, calculated executive compensation, bonuses and specxxxxxxl contract addendums.

w  Spearheaded efforts to audit earnings codes to ensure policy complxxxxxxnce, compiled and submitted payroll taxes, remitted retirement reports and processed earnings adjustments.

w  Key team member for critical HR software conversion processes resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy.

 

Farm Bureau Financxxxxxxl Services  West Des Moines, XXXXXX (2004 to 2005) - Accounting Assistant

w  Provided complete and accurate reconcilxxxxxxtion for 2 mutual fund accounts; calculated net asset value, produced financxxxxxxl statements, and performed broad based accounting functions to support mutual fund and sub-account reporting.

w  Obtained NASDA Series 6 Securities certificate

 

Aureus Temp Services  Des Moines, XXXXXX (2003 to 2004) - Temporary Accounting Positions

w  Provided accounting and reconcilxxxxxxtion duties for a variety of clients; processed year end journal entries and performed profitability analyses on mortgage loan accounts.

 

Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield  Des Moines, XXXXXX   (2001 to 2003) - Payroll Analyst

w  Efficiently and accurately processed bi-weekly, multi-state payroll for 1750 employees; utilized ADP services and software to submit payroll information, and calculated sick, PTO and vacation times.

w  Ensured timeliness for employee benefit payments, balanced general ledger accounts, and acted as key point person for policy and procedure interpretation.

 

Additional Related Positions

AccessAir, Inc.  Des Moines, XXXXXX  (1996 to 2001) - Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Proteus Inc.   Des Moines, XXXXXX (1993 to 1996) - Bookkeeper

Woodring & Assocxxxxxxtes  Adel, XXXXXX (1988 to 1993) - Office Manager

 

Education & Certifications

Upper Xxxxxx University, Bachelor Degrees in Human Resources and Finance (In Progress)

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and Senior Professional of Human Resource Management (SPHR)

 

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Dear <Name Here>,

 

While I have enjoyed my success as a Payroll and Accounting Specxxxxxxlist, I am ready to move onto new responsibilities and challenges.  Please accept this letter and the attached resume as application for the position of <position here>. I am convinced after reading the description for this position on <location of job ad here>, that I am the ideal candidate for the job.

 

 

After reviewing my resume you will see that I am very knowledgeable in Human Resources activities and am currently pursuing my Bachelor s Degree in HR and Finance.   According to the job description for <position here>, you are seeking someone with the ability to <choose something from the job description here>.  I am well versed in <specific here> and know that I could be an integral member of your team.  I have gained a reputation for my ability to streamline and standardize business processes to increase efficiency and productivity, and have a proven track record of managing high volume tasks in a fast paced environment.  I am self-motivated, enthusxxxxxxstic and accountable, and am sure that I would be a valuable member of your team.

 

 

I would like to be considered for a position with <organization here> in which someone of my background could make a contribution. I will contact you soon within the next few days to arrange for an interview. Should you require any additional information, I can be contacted at the phone numbers listed above.

 

With Regards,