LAURA L. DOWERAH
*** ****** ******, *** *** • Waterloo, Iowa 50703 • 319-***-**** • ********@*******.***
QUALIFICATIONS
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong ability to multi-task with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tough deadlines
• Ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization
• Experienced payroll specialist
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
SYNGENTA SEEDS, INC., Ames, Iowa 2006 to 2009
Distribution Analyst
• Provided data analysis and reports to support interfaces between Distribution, Brand Operations, Corn and Soya operation sites, Finance and 3PL support organizations
• Organized, analyzed and reported complex data for review by middle/senior management
• Worked with Finance and SOX auditors to ensure compliance on shipping processes
• Set-up and maintained SharePoint intranet site for Distribution
• Researched discrepancies of shipment and delivery information
• Experience and knowledge of ERP (SAP) system
• Knowledge of computer software systems including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and SharePoint
ACCOUNTEMPS, Des Moines, Iowa 2005 to 2006
Distribution Specialist, Syngenta Seeds Inc., Ames, Iowa
Inventory Specialist, Praxair Distribution Inc., Ankeny, Iowa
NAI ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS, Ames, Iowa 1994 to 2005
Payroll Specialist
• Responsible for all aspects of a weekly payroll cycle
• Prepared and submitted weekly, monthly and quarterly federal and multi-state tax reports and deposits
• Calculated monthly 401(k) allotment amounts with company match; added new employees; submitted reports to plan provider
• Maintained records and compiled statistical information for yearly Affirmative Action Plan
• Analyzed and prepared annual financial payroll reports for CEO
• Implemented windows-based payroll module of accounting software
• Administered HRIS system
EDUCATION
Grand View University, Des Moines, Iowa
Associates of Arts Degree; emphasis in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
LAURA L. DOWERAH
315 Walnut Street, Apt 402 • Waterloo, Iowa 50703 • 319-***-**** • ********@*******.***
REFERENCES
Ms. Tenneil Harms
Distribution Manager
Syngenta Seeds, Inc.
1524 South Bell Ave
Ames, Iowa 50010
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Mr. David Andresen
Interplant Manager
Syngenta Seeds, Inc.
1524 South Bell Ave
Ames, Iowa 50010
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Ms. Christie Diosomito
Parent Seed Crop Planner
Syngenta Seeds, Inc.
1524 South Bell Ave
Ames, Iowa 50010
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Ms. Crystal Day
Administration Assistant
Clive Police Administration
8505 Harbach Boulevard
Clive, IA 50325
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Mr. Dennis Tiernan
President/Owner
NAI Electrical Contractors
728 East Lincoln Way
Ames, Iowa 50010-6523
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