KIARA HOWARD
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SKILLS
Efficient ,organized and dependable worker who is able to learn quickly and enjoys a challenging environment
Skilled in multitasking to meet deadlines
Skilled in creating balance sheets, income statements and Personal budget
Proficient in Microsoft Word ,Excel and Power point
Demonstrates strong presentation skills
Excellent customer service ,communication skills and Knowledge of conflict resolution
Able to work efficiently in a team setting or independently
WORK EXPERIENCE
State Street Corporation Boston, MA
Portfolio Accountant Intern 01/2011-Present
Request funding for benefit payments to various HMOs from Clients on a daily basis.
Reconcile daily cash balances on DDA and MCH
Research and resolve all accounting discrepancies in timely manner
Initiate electronic Federal Wires via VMW Platform
Communicate with other departments to resolve issues and problems
Collaborate and interact closely with coworkers and supervisors on projects
Staples Copy & Print Shop Boston, MA
Stand Alone Consultant 09/2010- Present
Manage customer interaction by one phone or one on one by assisting them with print jobs
Cash flow management through handling cash and credit transactions
Responsible for inventory management such as stocking and applying the correct signage to products to ensure customer satisfaction through accuracy
Clerical duties; faxing, making copies and scanning document based upon customers needs
Dorchester Municipal Court Dorchester, MA
Paralegal Intern 06/2009-08/2009
Drafted legal documents in the restraining order department
Conducted interviews with victims regarding the reason for the restraining order
Answered the phones
Data entry; updated clients information
Drafted affidavits
Mailed out summons and miscellaneous paper work to clients
Distributed paperwork among attorneys
Clerical work; made copies, scanned documents, faxed documents and filed documents
Released records upon request of the attorneys
EDUCATION
Year Up / Cambridge College Boston, MA
Financial Operations- Technical Diploma 09/2010- 08/2011
Year Up is a one-year, intensive training program affiliated with Cambridge College, that provides urban young adults, 18–24, with a unique combination of technical and professional skills, college credits, an educational stipend and corporate internship.
AWARDS
Positive Attitude Award October 2010 –Year Up
Core Value Award December 2010 – Year Up
Team Work Award January 2011- Year Up
Staples Associate of the month March 2011