LAURIE BUFFINGTON

302-***-**** CELL

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QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

Top notch professional experienced working in a fast-paced environment demanding strong organizational, interpersonal and confidentiality. Highly trustworthy, ethical and discreet; committed to superior customer service. Confident and poised in interactions with individuals at all levels. Detail- oriented and resourceful in completing projects and task effectively and efficiently. Capabilities include but not limited to:

Employee relations

Loyalty

Team player

Ability to multi- task

Customer service

Problem resolution

Office management

General accounting

Great attitude

Reliable

Computer savvy

Quality driven

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

ADVANCE CENTRAL SERVICES

STAFF ACCOUNTANT WILMINGTON, DE

BOOKKEEPER/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO CONTROLLER OCTOBER 2012-CURRENT

BENEFIT ADMINISTRATOR

HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANT

Prepare daily cash entries, monthly journal entries and reconciliations using PeopleSoft software.

Report on journal entry processes during the Accounting close for 5 markets, to ensure tasks were completed by the deadlines.

Projects as assigned by Controller and/or the Chief Financial Operator.

Input payroll for Accounting and Reporting Departments.

Monthly and quarterly distribution of complex Financial Reports, and Operations Reports to owners and Executive Committee.

Provide administrative support and assistance to HR team to ensure smooth functioning of new hire on-boarding process. Including creation of new hire packets, coordination of training, creation of personnel files, booking of conference rooms and tracking of individual status for each new hire. Handled variety of administrative functions such as formatting of job descriptions, issuing badges for parking, and updating HR documents for ACSI. Create and update 30-60-90 day review, manager guide, and employee assessment.

Provided assistance with the open enrollment process, answered questions pertaining to the benefits offered, and projects as assigned by the Benefits Manager.

UNION HOSPITAL OF CECIL COUNTY ELKTON, MD

HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANT (Contractor) JULY 2012-OCTOBER 2012

Employee licensure, certification and credentials audit for compliance with Joint Commission and hospital requirements

Audit employee medical files

Schedule interviews

Reference verifications

UMBREIT KORENGEL & ASSOCIATES, CPA (Seasonal assignment) KENNETT SQUARE, PA

TAX PREPARER DECEMBER 2011-APRIL 2012

Served as a seasonal tax preparer.

PHOENIX SERVICES LLC KENNETT SQUARE, PA

MANAGER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES NOVEMBER 2006-DECEMBER 2011

Served as Administrative Assistant to the President/Chief Executive Officer, Executive Vice President, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Corporate Services and the Director of Human Resources. Quickly became a trusted assistant and earned a reputation for maintaining a positive attitude and producing high-quality work.

HR Generalist including payroll, new employee set up, benefits explanation and administration. The “go-to” person for questions pertaining to policy, procedures, payroll, benefits, reporting, basic or complex administrative information or needs.

Travel arrangements for domestic and international travel.

Book annual meeting, secure location, set up conference, room reservations, and arrange transportation, all aspects of the meeting. Work directly with hotel, conference center to ensure the meeting is successful.

Maintain complex files, assign unit numbers, log numbers, obtain proper signature authorization and disburse to appropriate personnel prior to purchasing capital equipment.

Direct/train administrative staff companywide 18 team members.

Participates in establishing company policies and procedures for the Human Resource related items as well as the payroll function. Assist in implementing and ensuring the approved policies are adhered.

Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting as required or requested pertaining to payroll, payroll taxes, 401(k), insurance benefits, employee information.

Demonstrates ability to objectively interact with employees and management; excellence in organizing and time management. High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.

Ability to effectively resolve problems or issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, and procedures.

GLEN TODD & COMPANY GAITHERSBURG, MD

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT JULY 2002-AUGUST 2006

Provide support to the President, ensuring the office is run smoothly; date sensitive items are done within required time frames. Schedules, calendars and agendas are maintained and adhered.

Maintain calendar and book travel arrangements.

Bookkeeper and property management.

Personnel administration, payroll, benefits, monthly, quarterly and annual reporting.

Receive and sign in all tax returns, prepare data for CPA study and input. Assemble all returns for President’s final approval and return to client. Communicate needs to client. Input individual tax returns.

D.P. ELECTRIC DAMASCUS, MD

OFFICE MANAGER DECEMBER 2001-DECEMBER 2002

Provide support to the President/Owner, ensuring the office is run smoothly.

Personnel administration including payroll, employer taxes, federal & state deposits 401K, insurance enrollment, new employee orientation, monthly and quarterly reporting. Interview potential candidates, disciplinary actions as necessary, culminating in termination if appropriate.

Liaison with job foreman and Owner as to the completion, projection and status of contracted electrical projects

HOLIDAY INN 1988-2001

ASSISTANT TO THE GENERAL MANAGER VIRGINIA

THE COLORADO, GUEST RANCH AND RESORT 1987-1988

ADMINISTRATION MANAGER/EMPLOYEE COORDINATOR GRANBY, CO

HOLIDAY INN 1975-1987

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE GENERAL MANAGER WASHINGTON, DC

EMPLOYEE COORDINATOR

FRONT OFFICE MANAGER

RESERVATION MANAGER

GUEST SERVICES AGENT

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Ms. Stefanie Enos 302-***-**** Cell

Controller

Previously with Advance Central Services, Inc.

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Stefanie can speak to my proactive thought process, eagerness to perform to the highest level expected, and succeed in the expectation. She can provide an accurate assessment of my loyalty, my dedication to my “Executive” as well as the respect I gain throughout not only the Accounting department of 80 people, but the entire company of 150+ employees. She will also extol the virtues of my “get it done” attitude regardless of the task at hand.

Ms. Dawn Howard-Bailey

Human Resource Manager 302-***-**** Office

Advance Central Services, Inc.

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Dawn witnessed the difference I made in the Human Resource department during my temporary position at ACSI. She can discuss my thoroughness, competency as well as my ability to get along well with others. It is through this temporary assignment that I gained permanent full-time employment in my current position.

Mr. John Hilbert 484-***-**** Cell

Chief Financial Officer

Phoenix Services LLC

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The CFO and financial leader of Phoenix Services LLC, I worked directly with and for John from January 2007 until my departure in 2011. He can speak very directly to my abilities, strengths and the efforts I made to ensure a smooth running office.

Mr. Eric Bayda 484-***-**** Cell Director-Human Resources and Safety

Previously with Phoenix Services LLC

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I supported Eric in the day to day operations of the Human Resource department including payroll and benefit administration. Eric knows well of my ability to take on large job tasks, my diplomacy and how I foster teambuilding in all that I do.

Mr. Glen Todd, CPA 301-***-**** Office

Glen Todd and Company

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I worked directly for Glen Todd in his CPA firm as his Executive Assistant. We made an excellent team. Glen can confirm my loyalty, level headedness and desire to be an important member of the team.

Ms. Erin Hager 484-***-**** Cell

Previously with Phoenix Services LLC-Accounts Payable Manager

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Erin is able to discuss the volume of my work produced, as well as the detail of my job performance. Erin and I interacted daily, she is able to speak on my value within the organization.

Mr. Michael E. Gillam 540-***-**** Cell

Previous General Manager Holiday Inn Springfield, VA

Mike is able to discuss my accomplishments as a Guest Service Representative, Executive Assistant to the General Manager, as well as many other aspects of my hotel career.

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