SHERRY WHITE
*** ****** *** #*** ( Avon Lake, OH 44012 ( 440-***-**** (
**************@*****.***
Office Assistant
Innovative and effective Administrative Assistant with years of experience
in administration management, financial management, vendor management, and
HR administrative functions. Hardworking problem solver with the ability
to manage highly complex payroll systems and issues through exceptional
bookkeeping acumen. Excellent communicator who can build rapport with
employees at all levels. Thrive in challenging environments and able to
work effectively under time pressure. Core competencies include:
Administration; Payroll Processes; Journal/Ledger Entries; Vendor
Relationships; 401(k) and Benefit Reports; Workers' Compensation.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PNC (contract assignment) May 2013 to Present
. Data entry for payroll. Upgrading payroll software to PeopleSoft 9.0
NAS RECRUITMENT COMMUNICATIONS, Cleveland, OH
Human Resources Assistant August 2005 to May 2012
. Reported directly to the Executive Vice President of Human Resources
. Provided Administrative leadership to the pre-interview vetting process
of potential employment candidates
. Conducted employee exit interviews and compiled reports on such
interviews
. Performed all payroll functions for both the U.S. and Canadian
operations, including: payroll taxes, journal entries, sick/vacation
time tracking, workers' compensation reports, annual EEO1 Reports,
401(k) plan reports, medical insurance and disability and life insurance
reports, and compensation plans
. Administered the Total Quality (employee recognition) program
. A team member on the Fun Committee to organize holiday parties for
employees
. Orchestrated the annual United Way campaign drive
. Organized a lunch time yoga program for employees
Executive Assistant May 1999 to July 2005
. Reported directly to the CEO and President
. Handled all scheduling for the CEO and President, as well as quarterly
and annual meetings, and company events such as trade shows and holiday
parties
. Served as the point of contact between employees and outside vendors for
quarterly and annual meetings
Payroll Assistant December 1995 to May 1999
. Reported to the Director of Human Resources
. Prepared all weekly and semi-monthly payroll functions for over 400
employees
. Managed employee files, which contained: compensation and benefit plans,
workers' compensation reports, EEO1 reports, and personal
evaluations/disciplinary actions.
Additional Professional Experience as a Payroll Clerk at Cleveland
Institute of Electronics; General Accountant at Dowty Custom Electronics;
and Assistant Accountant at Turner Construction Company
EDUCATION & TRAINING
. Indianapolis University, Elementary Education Program
. St. Joseph College, Accounting and Business Law courses
. Proficient in various software programs