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Kayla Wright

University of California, Los Angeles
San Diego
4
years of professional experience

Results-driven UCLA graduate with over four years of experience in financial operations, cash handling, payroll administration, and customer service within fast-paced, high-volume environments. Proven ability to maintain accurate financial records, reconcile transactions, support audits, and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Recognized for strong attention to detail and leadership through promotions into supervisory and senior financial operations roles. Eager to leverage analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to contribute to an accounting, accounts receivable, or financial operations team.

Work History

Student Supervisor ASUCLA

3 Years 9 Months
University of California, Los Angeles | 09.2022 - 06.2026
  • Promoted in 2024 to oversee operations at three campus locations: Wetzels’ Pretzels, Lolicup, and Sambazon
  • Supervised and trained 90+ employees across three campus dining locations, ensuring operational efficiency and customer service standards
  • Managed scheduling, inventory control, and daily operations across multiple locations while maintaining health and safety compliance

Timekeeping Coordinator

3 Months
SeaWorld San Diego | 06.2025 - 09.2025
  • Verified payroll data and ensured accuracy of shift differential entries across multiple departments
  • Produced reports, reviewed timekeeping accuracy, and supported the VP of Finance and the Timekeeping Supervisor
  • Assisted with budgeting, audit prep, and served as backup for commission and gratuity calculations

Senior Revenue Transaction Coordinator

3 Months
SeaWorld San Diego | 06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Achieved mid-season promotion by showcasing superior performance accuracy and effective leadership in conducting financial audits.
  • Oversaw daily and monthly transaction processes, ensuring accurate deposit reconciliation and comprehensive inventory reporting.
  • Supported cashier operations and trained new hires on SOPs and compliance
  • Partnered with the finance team on specialized projects and audits

Timekeeping Coordinator

3 Months
SeaWorld San Diego | 06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Reviewed and confirmed accuracy of payroll data, focusing on shift differential entries across various departments.
  • Produced reports, reviewed timekeeping accuracy, and supported the VP of Finance and the Timekeeping Supervisor
  • Assisted in the preparation of budgeting audits and ensured reliability in commission and gratuity calculation processes.

Sales Ambassador

4 Months
SeaWorld San Diego | 05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Delivered exceptional guest service to enhance customer satisfaction and drive merchandise sales.
  • Operated cash registers, maintained display areas, and managed accurate price tagging
  • Identified and resolved guest complaints promptly, leveraging inventory insights to mitigate financial impact.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of California, Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | 06-2026
  • Relevant Coursework: Principles of Economics (Micro & Macro), Microeconomic Theory, Introduction to Probability, Calculus I, Multivariable Calculus, University Writing / Rhetoric and Introduction to Programming

Skills

Microsoft Excel (PivotTables
VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)
Financial Recordkeeping
Account Reconciliation
Data Entry
Payroll & Timekeeping Administration
Inventory Management
Financial Reporting
Customer Service
Audit Support & Compliance
Attention to Detail
Process Improvement
Training & Team Supervision

Timeline

Timekeeping Coordinator

SeaWorld San Diego
06.2025 - 09.2025Read More

Senior Revenue Transaction Coordinator

SeaWorld San Diego
06.2024 - 09.2024Read More

Timekeeping Coordinator

SeaWorld San Diego
06.2023 - 09.2023Read More

Student Supervisor ASUCLA

University of California, Los Angeles
09.2022 - 06.2026Read More

Sales Ambassador

SeaWorld San Diego
05.2022 - 09.2022Read More

University of California, Los Angeles

Bachelor of Arts from History
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Kayla Wright