Finance/Accounting
Resume:
Confidential Resume
Melanie Blinco
Loxley, AL 36551
e-mail: *******.******@*****.*** ; *******@**********.***
Work History:
February 2015 to present
Alabama Power-Plant Barry
Bucks, Alabama
Administrative Support Specialist: Responsible for providing administrative support to the employees of Engineering, Labs, Compliance and Plant Auxiliary Departments for Plant Barry, including but not limited to: computer/data/documentation support with high proficiency in Microsoft Office applications in order to assist in maintaining databases and creating reports, presentations, compliance documentation, etc.; ensure for all assigned TRGs for each pay period that time entry is done accurately and on time, all timesheets are signed by the appropriate personnel; all training attendance forms are entered into SHiPs and all compliance documents are produced and maintained and ensure all plant personnel complete annual compliance training; organize and schedule meetings and maintain conference room calendars; create expense reports for assigned personnel; maintain proper documentation; provide administrative assistance to EDC for all training requirements for plant personnel; provide administrative support for plant team meetings and other plant meetings as requested.
October 2013 to February 2015
First Community Bank
Chatom, Alabama
Human Resources: Originally hired as Human Resources Assistant, but the unexpected disability of the Human Resources Generalist created the opportunity to assume some of those responsibilities as well. Administer new hire process, including initial contact with job applicants, prescreening applicants, and in some cases, conducting initial interviews. Responsible for ensuring new hires complete employee orientation and are enrolled in the appropriate and applicable benefits programs. Administer the termination process including understanding and implementing progressive disciplines, counseling employees, scheduling and conducting exit interviews, and following up to be sure former employees are terminated from all company systems and access thereto. Administer payroll system, including creating an instruction manual for processing payroll. Updating the training manual for all new hires covering the Bank's policies and procedures. Detailed understanding of the Bank's benefits program and matching them appropriately to new employees. Department's liaison with vendors, including software systems, equipment, repairs and maintenance. Maintain all employee personnel files, including training, attendance, and job performance. Responsible for maintaining all reports and records required to comply with EEO regulations. All responsibilities are carried out while maintaining confidentiality for the Bank and its employees. Assignments are completed with minimal supervision, effective prioritization and efficiency. Resolutions of problems are handled in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude. Able to verbally communicate information to bank management, employees, and vendors.
January 2011 to March of 2013
Plan IT! Event Planners
Newnan, Georgia
Partner in Start Up Company: Planning large and small events for individuals and social, corporate and charitable organizations. Events included weddings, anniversaries, dinner parties, sales meetings, training meetings, team-building, company picnics, promotional events, recognition events, and fundraisers. Responsible for identifying and developing new clients, including initial personal contact with each potential client, introducing the company and its services and setting up appointments to present portfolios of events. Working with clients and listening to understand their vision, planning and staging their event, all within the client's time constraints and budget. Coordinating with other vendors to provide the services and resources necessary to provide a professional and noteworthy event for each client.
March 2005 to August 2013
IKEA East LLC #257
Atlanta, GA
Store Accountant/Payroll Administrator
Accounting: Responsible for store accounting within an IKEA store, including creating, submitting and monitoring forecasts and profit and loss statements; preparing and assessing financial goals; preparing, reviewing and assessing store financial goals; preparing and submitting accurate financial reports; verifying and processing all Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Journal Entries into General Ledger; reviewing and maintaining productivity reports; and helping to monitor operational cost to keep departments within budget, helping forecast projected visitor count and sales amount to schedule correct number of employees for department coverage.
Human Resources: Responsible for store payroll including scheduled reports; maintenance of Kronos Time System; producing weekly labor distribution reports for Operating Department.
General Administration: Responsible for scheduling and coordinating all department meetings; procuring and maintaining adequate office supplies necessary for efficient store operation; organizing store functions; facilitator of Good Company Committee; and spearheading recycling and sustainability program.
March, 2004 to August 2004
US Foodservice
Payroll Coordinator
Human Resources: Responsible for Truck Driver’s payroll including maintaining 13 week average vacation accrual. Conducting phone screens and employment verifications for HR employment process; scheduling and conducting initial interview with employee candidates; maintaining employee training files; creating and maintaining database for employment records, including attendance and job performance; and maintaining personal files for HR Department.
Education:
Capella University
Bachelor of Science Degree-Finance Management
Accepted into Master's Degree Program
Affiliations and Civic Groups: Local Chamber of Commerce; National Rifleman's Association; PADI
Summary: Eight (8) years of accounting experience. Willing to relocate.
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