KAYLA GARDNER
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Self-motivated office worker bringing proven leadership, organizational and customer relations skills. Independently solves problems, maintains quality work and contributes to company's overall success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Clerk
KSI
Bakersfield, CA
02.2024 - 03.2026
- Processed payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
- Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data.
- Responded to employee inquiries to clarify payroll issues regarding wages, deductions and taxes.
- Verified timekeeping records and handled any discrepancies with employees.
Office Assistant
Tech Time
Bakersfield, CA
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Coordinated office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, enhancing document retrieval speed and organization.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training on office protocols and systems.
Assistant Office Manager / Accounts Receivable
Minuteman Press Federal Way
Federal Way, WA
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained A/R records; prepared biweekly statements and invoices and processed payments
- Generated work orders and responsible for dispatching field representatives out to time sensitive jobs
- Coordinated day to day schedules to ensure maximum productivity
- Point of contact for all customer concerns, issues, and discrepancies
Human Resources / Payroll / Accounts Payable
Avamere Heritage Rehabilitation of Tacoma
Tacoma, WA
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Accurate and timely payroll processing for 85+ employees
- Conducted daily audits for Regional Director of company
- Preformed a variety of administrative and confidential duties related to employees
- Processed all required documentation for on-boarding new hires including but not limited to I-9 verification, background verification, w-4 forms, etc
- Worked closely with vendors and processed monthly invoices
Staffing Coordinator / Central Supply
Avamere Heritage Rehabilitation of Tacoma
Tacoma, WA
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Responsible for establishing monthly schedules for 70+ employees
- Conducted weekly interviews with potential candidates
- Communicated regularly with department managers, supervisors and staff regarding staffing issues
- Conducted reference verification
- Monitored employee attendance and issued disciplinary notices
- Maintained inventory and placed orders for medical supplies biweekly.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Brookdale Riverwalk
Bakersfield, CA
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Ensured safety of all residents at all times
- Collected daily reports from nurses and caregivers regarding residents health condition
- Recorded daily changes in health such as vital signs and mobility
- Provided care to residents including but not limited to personal hygiene, meal service, and repositioning
Cashier / Dining Room Attendant
Panera Bread
Bakersfield, CA
04.2012 - 10.2014
- Maintained high quality customer service during high volume, fast paced operations
- Followed procedure for safe food preparation, assembly, and presentation
- Ensured dining and behind counter area were clean and presentable at all times
Education
- Business Administration
Taft College
Taft, CAGolden State Living CNA Program -
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificatification
Bakersfield, CA2016
High School Diploma -
Independence High School
Bakersfield, Ca2014
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Conflict management
- Detail-Orientated
- Leadership
- Time management
- Proficient in Microsoft, Word, Excell, Outlook
Timeline
Payroll Clerk
KSI
02.2024 - 03.2026
Office Assistant
Tech Time
06.2022 - 02.2024
Assistant Office Manager / Accounts Receivable
Minuteman Press Federal Way
12.2018 - 06.2019
Human Resources / Payroll / Accounts Payable
Avamere Heritage Rehabilitation of Tacoma
08.2018 - 12.2018
Staffing Coordinator / Central Supply
Avamere Heritage Rehabilitation of Tacoma
03.2018 - 08.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant
Brookdale Riverwalk
11.2016 - 06.2017
Cashier / Dining Room Attendant
Panera Bread
04.2012 - 10.2014
- Business Administration
Taft College
Golden State Living CNA Program -
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificatification
High School Diploma -
Independence High School