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Joe Barnes

Round Lake,IL

Summary

Highly motivated and ambitious financially-minded business professional. Extensive experience in finance, accounting, business, and human resources. Consistently looking to learn and improve upon skills to embrace new challenges. Hardworking and passionate employee who seeks to demonstrate my expertise and become an asset for your business.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Benefits Analyst

AHEAD, INC.
02.2023 - Current
  • Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
  • Coordinated and conducted employee orientations to promote understanding of coverage and options.
  • Negotiated and managed contracts with health insurance providers to secure cost-effective employee coverage.
  • Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email, and in-person interactions.
  • Analyzed and reported on employee benefits data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
  • Collaborated with HR to develop and maintain up-to-date benefits manual.
  • Created employee education programs to improve understanding of benefits packages and increase utilization.
  • Developed comprehensive benefits packages to improve employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Researched and analyzed wage, salary and other industry trends.
  • Assisted with design and implementation of various employee benefits programs.
  • Implemented open enrollment system to streamline benefits processes for employees.

Accounting and Payroll Specialist

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2021 - 02.2023
  • Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
  • Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
  • Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.

Surveillance Operator

Rivers Casino
06.2019 - 08.2021
  • Operated surveillance equipment, video recorders and computers to monitor activities within facility.
  • Documented suspicious activity and events through detailed reports, submitting timely updates to supervisor.
  • Researched cheating methods and advantage play systems to quickly identify illegal activity.
  • Reviewed video feeds to observe activity at gaming tables, slot machines and in other areas.
  • Testified in court as company representative, providing honest information about criminal activity.
  • Maintained log of surveillance operations, noting discrepancies or suspicious activity.

Security and Private Investigation

E.P.I.C
11.2018 - 06.2020
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
  • Analyzed and produced course-of-action reports and escalated issues outside scope of expertise to management.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Mile High
12.2016 - 10.2018
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Evaluated financial records to detect errors and discrepancies.
  • Assisted manager in conducting internal audits to analyze findings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12.2024

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL
08.2020

Skills

  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Payroll and Benefits Administration
  • Wages and Salary
  • Business Operations
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Financial Budgeting
  • Account and Ledger Reconciliations
  • Financial Analysis
  • Budgeting and Variance Analysis
  • Financial Planning
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Budget Forecasting Expertise

Timeline

Benefits Analyst

AHEAD, INC.
02.2023 - Current

Accounting and Payroll Specialist

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2021 - 02.2023

Surveillance Operator

Rivers Casino
06.2019 - 08.2021

Security and Private Investigation

E.P.I.C
11.2018 - 06.2020

Accounts Payable Clerk

Mile High
12.2016 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Liberty University

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

College of Lake County

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