Samantha Branch
Park Forest, IL *0466
E-mail: *************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To find employment in which I can make an immediate contribution that will utilize my skills and experience in a challenging environment that promotes career development.
EDUCATION
Westwood College of Technology, Calumet City, Illinois October 2003
Associate of Applied Science in Computer Programming
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Implemented programs using C++, Java, and Visual Basic
Created web pages using HTML and Java Script
Utilized commands in UNIX and DOS
Constructed databases using SQL
Repair computer hardware
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Good communication skills
Excellent customer service
Great organizational skills
Time management skills
Able to handle a variety of tasks
Dependable and reliable
Self-starter
EMPLOYMENT
Canon Business Solutions, Schaumburg, Illinois March 2009 to Present
November 2003 to February 2006
Contract Representative
Manage major accounts to ensure proper billing
Familiar with Oracle and AS400 database
Set-up and maintain customer contracts in system
Work with customers to make adjustments and resolve billing issues
Develop customer relations
Customize billings to accommodate special requests
Reconcile accounts
Utilize Microsoft applications
Allied Waste, Crown Point, Indiana September 2008 to March 2009
Collection Temp
Create spreadsheets for research
Make collection calls
Address and close F2 notes
Maintain files
Assist supervisor with administrative duties
Familiar with Infopro, Trux, and Novell Groupwise
Update account information
Handle customer concerns
Harris Bank, Gary, Indiana February 2006 to April 2008
Part-Time Senior Teller
Handle customer transactions
Balance cash drawer
Identify customer needs
Respond to customer inquiries
Resolve customer complaints and problems
Vogue Cleaners, Hammond, Indiana May 2001 to November 2003
Clerk
Accurately perform closing procedures
Manage and collect invoices to correctly balance cash register
Handle customer concerns in a timely and polite manner
Maintain store appearance
Successfully address customer issues over the phone regarding customer orders
Utilize store software program to effectively and efficiently enter data into the computer
REFERENCES Available upon request