Kona S. Sanders
***** ****** ***** ** *** *** . Laurel . Maryland 20708
Cell: 301-***-****
***********@*****.***
Office /Administrative Personnel
Profile
Administrative support professional offering versatile office management, accounting skills and proficiency in
Microsoft Office programs. Self motivator and organizer that is highly skilled at prioritizing and problem solver who
readily adapts to change, works independently and exceeds expectations. Experienced in managing multiple tasks
while meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.
Key Skills
Office Skills: Office Management Spreadsheets/Reports Data Administration
Record Management Front Desk Reception Scheduling/Meeting Planning
Computer Skills: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, PeopleSoft, WEB Time 10-Key Stroke
MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, Attendance Enterprise OnQ Front Desk Systems
MS Publisher Micros, RMS
Professional Experience
Centerplate/NBSE Washington Convention Center
Washington, DC 1/08 – 4/10
Payroll Manager
Coordinated the payroll for 400+ employees and oversaw the work of three HR/Administrative clerks; monitored,
reviewed, and edited payroll for accuracy; answered questions and resolved problems regarding payroll, leave time,
and insurance; maintained accurate records of absent and tardy employees daily; balanced leave at the end of each
month; reconciled and paid all voluntary and involuntary deductions; verified accuracy of payroll and made
corrections and reconciliations. Served as a liaison between accounting department and human resources; assistant
Human Resources in the following functions; new hire orientation, benefits enrollment, data entry of new hire
information and termination and substituted for co-workers during temporary absence. Coordinated and conducted
payroll training sessions and creation of training documents for management team.
Capital Hilton
Washington, DC 10/06 - 10/07
Accounting Clerk/Credit Assistant
Handled multifaceted clerical and administrative tasks (e.g., meeting planner, data entry, filing, records management,
billing and scanning documents) while assisting the accounting team. Provided timely, courteous and knowledgeable
response to information requests; screened and transferred calls. Schedule meetings and updated calendar for Director
of Finance. Established strong relationships with various departments to gain support and effectively achieve results.
Research & processed credit applications, prepared written credit-approval packages or denial correspondence. Assist
with administrative & collection efforts; maintained and verified sales tax exemption; Retrieval of invoice & check
copies.
Compass Group – Restaurant Associates
Washington, DC 5/04 - 08/06
Operations Manager and Assistant Controller
Managed a team of 20-30 employees; created schedules according to forecast and budget. Responsible for hiring and
training front of the house staff; which resulted in successful openings, and closing procedures. Oversaw the daily
operations of the cash room, account payables, and invoicing for group sales. Successfully trained management and
cashiers in cash room procedures. Assist general manager in yearly budget process, monitored inventory and
implemented cost control practices. Handled human resource functions such as processed all new hire paper work,
including I-9’s, W-4’s, orientation, benefit enrollment, and termination paper work. Accurately entered time sheets
daily and processed payroll weekly. Compiled data for daily and weekly financial reports such as payroll summaries,
labor flash, weekly sales snap shots, volume trends, weekly P & L statements and flash report for GM, RVP, VP, and
Group Controller.
Volunteer Experience
COyou. Inc
Washington, DC 5/2010 – 8/2010
Program Assistant
Development of job descriptions, recruitment; Assisted in grant research and budgeting; some proposal writing, and
program development.
Education
Johnson & Wales University Providence, Rhode Island
A.A.S. Culinary Arts Graduate May, 2000
B.S. Food Marketing Graduate May, 2002
Payroll Fundamental Certification 11/08