KIMBERLY D. BENTON
***** ****** ***** #****, **********, MI 48033
248-***-****, 313-***-**** abkw4a@r.postjobfree.com
Summary of Qualifications
• Ten years experience in verbal and written communication.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Adobe PageMaker and Photoshop,
Type 50 wpm.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and provide courteous service.
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
Experience
Pay Systems, Southfield, MI
Payroll Specialist, 2009 - Present
• Provide accurate service while generating payroll for various companies
• Respond to payroll and tax questions from clients
• Train clients on payroll software and procedures.
• Complete month end bank reconciliations.
American Axle and Manufacturing Inc., Detroit, MI (1995 - 2008)
Communications Representative, 2001 - 2008
• Created, edited and distributed the weekly company newsletter.
• Observed and provided company information using television monitors.
• Partnered with Management and the Union to communicate effectively to associates
the company goals, accomplishments and upcoming events.
• Involved in regular discussion to implement communication improvements.
• Attended various training: Microsoft Excel, photography, business writing, editing,
Dale Carnegie, Adobe PageMaker and Photoshop courses.
Manufacturing System Rep. / Human Resource and Development, 1999 - 2001
• Collaborated with representatives to organize workshops regarding AAM Lean
Manufacturing System.
• Facilitated workshops to educate the principles involved in lean manufacturing.
• Assisted with executing solutions developed from workshops.
• Promoted various AAM activities: Hearing Conservation, Blood Drive,
Toys for Tots Drive.
• Recording secretary for meetings: group communication meetings and suggestion
meetings.
Production (Cell Operator), 1995 - 1999
• Performed the duties to generate teeth for pinions, inspect for quality and
housekeeping activities.
• Functioned as recording secretary for two years in the department.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Livonia, MI
Insurance Adjuster, 1992 - 1995
• Handled collections for damaged vehicles with insurance agents and or customers.
• Negotiated and collected loss of time from insurance companies while vehicles were
down due to repairs.
Education
Bachelor, Business Management, 2008
Associate, Hotel and Restaurant Management, 1990
Northwood University, Midland, MI