Kandi Samuels
Lubbock
Summary
Proactive individual with hands-on experience in customer service, excellent time management and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for reliability, adaptability, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth..
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Clerk
CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL CENTERS
Lubbock, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Processed vendor invoices ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
- Managed weekly payment schedules, optimizing cash flow and maintaining positive vendor relationships.
- Reconciled accounts payable transactions, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
- Implemented electronic filing system to streamline document retrieval and enhance operational efficiency.
- Aided audit preparation efforts by maintaining organized records and promptly addressing auditor inquiries.
HR Specialist
RESCARE COMMUNITY LIVING
Lubbock, TX
08.2021 - 12.2024
- HR Department Head
- Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Tracked employee training requirements
- Developed and implemented training programs to improve staff performance and compliance.
- Facilitated employee onboarding processes to enhance retention and engagement.
- Conducted audits of HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and best practices.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external recruitment agencies to expand candidate pools for hard-to-fill positions, ultimately leading to successful hires.
Human Resources Assistant
CITIBUS
Lubbock, TX
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted in recruiting new employees
- Presented HR paperwork to new employees at orientation
- Entered new employee information into multiple programs and spreadsheets
- Responsible for employee benefit enrollments and updates
- Maintained multiple spreadsheets for information tracking
- Provided clerical support for the HR Manager and others
Human Resources Assistant
OAKLAWN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER
Goshen, IN
01.2015 - 05.2020
- Assisted in creating a newly established position working directly for Human Resources Vice President
- Responsible for monthly retention and turnover reports
- Filed and maintained Worker’s Comp claims and OSHA requirements
- Provided information for Unemployment claims
- Typed minutes and letters as needed
- Assisted with running CPS and local law background checks
Education
Classes for Business Administration Degree -
IVY TECH
SOUTH BEND, INHigh School Diploma -
Plymouth High School
PlymouthSkills
- Customer Service
- Multi-Tasking
- General Office Skills
- Excel, Word, Publisher
- Quickbooks
- Google, Windows, Internet Explorer
- Data entry
- Accounts payable
- Invoice processing
- Vendor invoice processing
- Account reconciliation
- Confidentiality handling
Timeline
Accounts Payable Clerk
CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL CENTERS
03.2025 - Current
HR Specialist
RESCARE COMMUNITY LIVING
08.2021 - 12.2024
Human Resources Assistant
CITIBUS
09.2020 - 08.2021
Human Resources Assistant
OAKLAWN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER
01.2015 - 05.2020
Classes for Business Administration Degree -
IVY TECH
High School Diploma -
Plymouth High School