LaAfrica Smith
Calumet City,IL
Summary
Adept at streamlining processes, I enhanced payroll efficiency by 30% at Amware
Logistics Services, leveraging skills in data entry and payroll processing. Collaborated effectively with diverse teams, demonstrating exceptional organizational abilities and a commitment to accuracy. My background also includes expertise in accounts payable and providing comprehensive support in educational and healthcare settings, showcasing versatility and a strong team-player attitude.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Clerk/Data Entry Clerk
Amware Logistics Services
Bolingbrook, IL
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Processed new employee paperwork and entered information into payroll system.
- Organized and maintained payroll information by entering data, deleting errors, calculating and collecting information.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Compiled reports based on gathered information.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Accounts Payable Clerk
City Colleges Of Chicago
Chicago, IL
01.2014 - 07.2019
- Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Worked closely with department personnel to produce accurate and timely bills.
- Ensured proper authorization for all purchases made by the organization.
- Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
- Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Educational Assistant
Chicago Public School District
Chicago, IL
11.2003 - 12.2014
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop lesson plans that are tailored to each student's learning style and academic level.
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with assignments.
Patient Access Representative
University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago, IL
07.2000 - 11.2003
- Answered phones promptly in a professional manner.
- Obtained informed consent and payment documentation from patients and filed in system.
- Greeted patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
- Collected co-pays and other payments from patients at time of service.
- Processed insurance verifications and authorizations to ensure coverage of services.
- Verified demographics and insurance information to register patients in computer system.
- Monitored waiting areas to ensure a comfortable and safe environment for patients and visitors.
- Verified patients' insurance and payment methods during admissions or check-in processes.
- Scanned documents into electronic medical records system.
- Assisted with scheduling outpatient appointments.
- Processed patient co-pays, deductibles, and other payments, ensuring accurate financial records.
Education
High School Diploma -
ENGLEWOOD ACAMEDY
Chicago, IL06-1998
Skills
- New employee onboarding
- Filing
- Data entry
- Payroll processing
- Accounts payable
- Reviewing data
- Team player
Affiliations
LISTENING TO MUSIC, GO TO THE GYM, SHOP, WALKING, YOGA, COOKING
Languages
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Payroll Clerk/Data Entry Clerk
Amware Logistics Services
08.2019 - 09.2023
Accounts Payable Clerk
City Colleges Of Chicago
01.2014 - 07.2019
Educational Assistant
Chicago Public School District
11.2003 - 12.2014
Patient Access Representative
University of Chicago Medical Center
07.2000 - 11.2003
High School Diploma -
ENGLEWOOD ACAMEDY
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