Jane S. Kleiman, MS
Irvine, CA - 949-***-****
Email: bzn14k@r.postjobfree.com
Education
Master of Science, Human Resource Management Received 2010
University of Sheffield, UK
• Graduated with Merit
• Completed and exceeded university expectations on a 14,000-word dissertation
Extracurricular Activities
• University of Sheffield class of 2009/10 class committee leader– Assisted in orchestrating student/staff meetings and presenting solutions to class related issues
• Accreditation by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
• Accreditation by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (International Relations) Received 2009
University of California, Los Angeles
Extracurricular Activities
• UCLA College Honors Society member - Succeeded in completing projects that went above and beyond class requirements
Internships
Mielabel 2009-2010
HR Assistant
• Involved in benefits administration: responded to employee questions, interfaced with carriers and brokers to facilitate process changes as well as how best to resolve issues
• Introduced to concepts revolved around training and development: worked closely with company’s training program to design, secure, and deliver appropriate training to members of the organization
• Data entry and system administration
• High interaction internally with employees in Payroll/Finance and IT departments
• Responsible for researching, analyzing, and administering human resources policies and procedures and making recommendations to senior management
• Conducted new employee orientations to ensure employees gain an understanding of benefit plans and enrollment provisions
Employment History
Talley & Company (An Accountancy Corporation) 2011-2012
Orange, CA – HR Generalist
• Responsible for firm recruiting, training, employee indoctrination and benefits administration;
o Personally responsible for hiring 7 of 8 new employees brought on board during my first year of employment (including interns, regular & outsourced employees)
o Responsible for introducing Applicant Tracking System to the firm
• Provided assistance to all staff in career development, specifically coordinating performance appraisals and feedback
• Performed payroll duties for staff of 35 employees using Paychex
• Leader of project management for the legal department, updating staff on CPE training, and assisting the audit partner with resource needs and initiatives
• Successfully trained legal staff on how to properly utilize new software systems integration
• In charge of facilities management and production assistance
Godecke Clark, Certified Public Accountants 2010 – 2011
Palm Desert, CA – Administrative Assistant
• Effectively completed new hire background checks and orientation procedures
• Assembled tax returns, completed tax return extensions, and collected estimated tax payments for both individuals and corporations; In charge of electronic filing
• Successfully assisted clients on a daily basis with tax related queries and needs
• Assorted mail, scheduled appointments, bookmarked supporting tax documents as well as tax returns, ordered supplies, compiled correspondence, and updated partners’ CPE
• Worked on tax projections, adjusted trial balances in Creative Solutions, and financial statements
• Personal assistant to Debra Clark (Partner)
• Familiarity with a multitude of software programs including Microsoft excel, checkpoint/forms program, BNA, Creative Solutions, QuickBooks and Go Systems
• Excellent at keeping abreast in a fast paced working environment with strict deadlines
Washington Mutual (Currently J.P. Morgan Chase) 2004 – 2007
Valencia, CA - Senior Teller
• ATM custodian, express box custodian, handled large amounts of branch currency and customer transactions; received recognition for outstanding customer service
• In charge of fundraising for the branch; led project Junior Achievement
• Referred and sold products to meet monthly goals and increase revenues for the company
• Responsible for branch opening and closing procedures and vault use
• Supervisor training, including preparation for audits. This gave me invaluable leadership skills that I used to aid in branch productivity
Additional Skills
• Proficient with Mac and PC programs – Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel etc.;
• Proficient in tax software (i.e. Go Systems, Checkpoint, Creative Solutions, ProSystems FX Engagement, Thompson Reuters’ Practice CS, and BNA)
• Beginner in HRIS
• Expert in Applicant Tracking Systems such as CATS
• High volume of work done with DMS and CRM systems
• Time management skills mastered due not only to my educational experience with deadlines, but also through practical experience in high energy and fast paced work environments
• Creative outside-the-box thinker who approaches strategic development with innovative vision, high ethical standards, unsurpassed work ethic, and ability to communicate effectively across management levels and disciplines to build highly effective cross-functional teams.
References Provided Upon Request