LAUREN A BENOIT
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SKILLS & ABILITIES
Organizational and planning skills
Attention to detail
Information gathering and management
Problem analysis and resolution
Communication skills
Proficiency in MS office
Negotiation skills
Customer service / call center skills
Accounts Payable
Investigation skills
EXPERIENCE
CLAIMS LITIGATION AUDITOR – GEICO INSURANCE COMPANY
2005- Present
Responsible to timely manage a litigation inventory in accordance with departmental protocols, determining the defensibility of claims in litigation with knowledge of applicable regulations and existing case law and to co-manage the defense with counsel through strategic decision making and where appropriate effectuating timely settlement and or resolution of claims in litigation. In addition, serve as a mentor in the training of new hires and current employees in the department. I have participated in focus groups in the determining of compliance and audit criteria as well as analyzed data for trends and possible department improvements.
ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR – PAYLESS SHOE SOURCE
2004-2005
Responsible for daily store activities in the absents of direct supervision. I managed and trained others. Duties also consisted of cash handling, register closeouts, bank reconciliations and deposits daily. I also helped with staffing, and maintaining inventory records.
EDUCATION
SUNY COLLEGE AT OLD WESTBURY, OLD WESTBURY, NY
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING