Jennifer Berninger
Ft. Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Administrative & Office Services Professional well-respected for ability to take initiative, multi-task and manage projects. Excellent organizational, communication and customer service skills. Attentive to detail, able to quickly and effectively prioritize to meet deadlines, and an independent thinker. PC proficient with Microsoft Office and other specialized software products and working knowledge of QuickBooks.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Processor
Food And Nutrition Service, Broward County Schools
Sunrise, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Reduced errors in payroll calculations by meticulously reviewing timesheets and ensuring accurate data entry.
- Ensured timely payments to employees by adhering to strict processing deadlines.
- Improved employee satisfaction with payroll services by addressing inquiries promptly and providing clear explanations of pay-related issues.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 300+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Generated reports to track employee time and attendance.
Office Manager
Wright Scapes, Inc.
Southwest Ranches, FL
04.2018 - Current
- Work with vendors to make purchases and reconcile invoices.
- Manage daily bookkeeping operations for three businesses with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Maintain payroll information by calculating, collecting and entering data.
- Verify timekeeping records and handle any discrepancies with employees.
- Approve regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Establish workflow processes, monitor daily productivity and implement modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Confirm appointments, communicate with clients and update client records.
- Manage multiple tasks and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
- Oversee inventory materials monitoring, requisitions and supply re-stocking.
- Liaise with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to properly process orders.
Accounts Payable Manager
Cabessa Property Management. Inc.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated accounts payable functions and improved workflow for 25 staff members.
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Positively interacted with all partners, employees and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
- Partnered with finance team to complete month-end accruals and account reconciliations.
- Work with vendors to make purchases and reconcile invoices.
- Manage daily bookkeeping operations for 37 companies with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Maintain payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data.
- Verify timekeeping records and handle any discrepancies with employees.
- Approve regular payroll submissions for employees
Administrative Assistant
Qualpath
Pompano Beach, FL
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Answered/ directed approximately 200 phone calls and inquiries daily
- Placed service calls and orders
- Processed payments
- Performed general administrative tasks as needed
Administrative Assistant
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Tampa, FL
09.2002 - 04.2016
- Monitored time and attendance/process payroll for 300 employees
- Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to fixed budgets
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews
- Organized all new hire, security and temporary paperwork
- Answered and directed all incoming calls
- Planned events and made travel arrangements
- Greeted and directed visitors, VIP’s, interview candidates and vendors
- Managed sensitive information and financial documents
Education
Diploma - Certificate in Multi-media And Web Design
Tampa Bay Tech High School
Tampa, FL05.2001
Skills
- Office management
- Administrative support
- Excellent multi-tasking ability
- Office administration
- Clerical support
Timeline
Payroll Processor
Food And Nutrition Service, Broward County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Accounts Payable Manager
Cabessa Property Management. Inc.
11.2022 - 08.2023
Office Manager
Wright Scapes, Inc.
04.2018 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Qualpath
08.2017 - 04.2018
Administrative Assistant
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
09.2002 - 04.2016
Diploma - Certificate in Multi-media And Web Design
Tampa Bay Tech High School