STEPHANIE MESQUIAS
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Reliable Accountant with a Bachelor of Science degree and background in payroll and physical education. Outgoing and approachable with multiple years of experience as a payroll accountant and educator.
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Payroll Accountant, 08/2011 to Present
Merida Health Care Group, Inc. – Harlingen, TX
Prepare and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. Survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and to recommend solutions to business and financial problems.
Compute wages and deductions, and enter data into computers. Process and issue employee paychecks for over 2,000 employees. Issue and record adjustments to pay related to previous errors or retroactive increases. Audit marketing expense reports for reimbursement. Provide information to employees and managers on payroll maers, tax issues, and benefit plans.
Keep informed about changes in tax and deduction laws that apply to the payroll process. Order office supplies and furniture for all company locations. Athletic Director, 08/2001 to 05/2004
Calvary Christian School – Harlingen, TX
Conferred with parents and staff to discuss athletic activities, policies, and student behavior. Evaluated curricula, teaching methods, and programs to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, and utilization for the athletic program. Counseled and provided guidance to students regarding personal, academic, or behavioral Professional Summary
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Determined allocations of funds for supplies, materials, and equipment, and authorized purchases.
Prepared and submied budget requests to solicit program funding. Reviewed and modified athletic programs for administration approval. Directed and coordinated athletic events and the use of school facilities for sporting events. Planned and developed instructional methods and content for health education programs. Taught PE classes and health courses to students.
Coordinated and directed extracurricular activities and programs such as after-school events and athletic contests.
Developed partnerships with local businesses and other organizations to help meet identified sports equipment needs.
Advocated for existing facilities to be repaired or remodeled. Organized and directed specialists, volunteers, and staff to provide assistance for programs and athletic events.
Medical Supplies Supervisor, 08/1996 to 08/1997
Bee First Home Health – Harlingen, TX
Reviewed work done by others to check for correct spelling and grammar, ensured that company policies were followed, and recommended revisions. Ordered and dispensed medical and office supplies.
Supervised other clerical staff and provided training to new staff. Used computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing. Created, maintained, and entered information into database. Operated office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, or phone systems and arranged for repairs.
Completed forms in accordance with company procedures. Composed, typed, and distributed meeting notes, and routine correspondence. Arranged conferences, meetings, or travel reservations for office personnel. Bachelor of Science: Education, May 2001
The University of Texas at Brownsville - Brownsville, TX Dean's List, Spring 2000
Alpha Chi National College Honor Scholarship Society Member Education
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