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Kim Ekengren

Kim Ekengren

San Diego,California

Summary

Seasoned Payroll Specialist bringing over 15 years' experience in accounting and operations management. Proven history of achievement and innovation coupled with outstanding work ethic, commitment and loyalty. Strong track record of effective leadership, collaborative teamwork and articulate communication. Highly adept with key strengths in payroll administration functions, including discrepancy research, regulatory guidelines adherence, complex processing procedures and program management.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Payroll Specialist

Qualcomm Inc.
San Diego, CA
01.2007 - 03.2018
  • Processed payroll for organization of over 15,000 personnel.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
  • Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
  • Administrator of onsite time and attendance system
  • Reviewed time records for employees to verify accuracy of information.
  • Produced payroll activities documentation and reports to meet corporate guidelines and promote transparency.
  • Assisted accountant with both internal and external audits relating to processing of payroll.
  • Collaborated with technology programmers to remedy system problems to achieve timely employee payments.
  • Provided exceptional support to employees and Human Resources via Salesforce ticketing system and in person consultation.
  • Selected to go to India for 2 months to train employees on transition of responsibilities

Accounting Specialist

Kyocera Wireless Inc.
San Diego, CA
01.1996 - 01.2007
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Computed and dispersed wages for 2300 employees and resolved wide variety of payroll issues.
  • Reviewed time records of employees to verify accuracy of information.
  • Prepared routine reports to government agencies, insurance companies and other third party payment requests.
  • Assisted in and performed accounting audits as well as year end data.

Education

USATEFL/TESOL Certificate - TEFL Certification

International TEFL Academy
Chicago, IL
01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Sociology

Worcester State University
Worcester, MA
06.1994

Skills

  • Payroll Preparation
  • Automated and Manual Check Processing
  • Time Tracking and Review
  • Discrepancy Reconciliation
  • Benefits Administration
  • Data Compiling and Verification
  • Vacation and Sick Leave Tracking
  • Wages and Deduction Calculation
  • Integrated Accounting Systems
  • Data Auditing Assistance
  • Salesforce Help Desk customer service

Timeline

Senior Payroll Specialist

Qualcomm Inc.
01.2007 - 03.2018

Accounting Specialist

Kyocera Wireless Inc.
01.1996 - 01.2007

USATEFL/TESOL Certificate - TEFL Certification

International TEFL Academy

Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Sociology

Worcester State University

Travel

My passion is to travel the world, meet new people, learn about their customs, languages and traditions. I have a goal to live on every continent and see as many countries in the world as possible. Currently, I have traveled to over 20 countries. I have lived in 9 countries on 3 continents.

Additional Work History

Primary School Teacher|Ambassador Bilingual School

Chiang Mai, Thailand - June 2018 - March 2020

  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Distributed and collected classroom materials such as worksheets, quizzes and tests.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to fully plan and coordinate science fair activities.

TEFL Teacher|Independent Contractor - Self Employed

Online Platforms, Online - September 2018 - September 2022

  • Taught or tutored over 5000 children or adults via multiple online platforms
  • Received just under 5 star average in reviews
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
  • Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
  • Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.


Personal

Took a 4 year "Sabbatical" from Corporate America to fulfill a life long dream of traveling the world and living on every continent. I chose to do this while I am still healthy and young enough to participate in many activities involved in traveling the world. I lived in 8 countries on 3 continents. Taught primary school for 2 years in Thailand and learned so much about the culture and made friends with Thai and overseas coworkers.

My personal belief is you can accomplish almost anything you set your mind to with determination and hard work.

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