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Lara Swenson

Holiday,FL

Summary

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/Payroll Specialist

Twisted orange
Tarpon Springs, FL
10.2024 - Current
  • Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
  • Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
  • Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
  • Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
  • Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
  • Communicated with security staff to de-escalate customer conflicts and remove customers if necessary.
  • Monitored bar inventory and promptly restocked low items before depletion.
  • Organized bar supplies in stock room to support timely and efficient retrieval and replenishment.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
  • Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
  • Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
  • Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Paramount Placements
Norton, MA
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted with preparing journal entries related to accounts payable transactions.
  • Prepared and processed payroll.
  • Performed bookkeeping and accounting consulting services.
  • Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.
  • Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
  • Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Implemented program to create daily spreadsheets and streamline financial reporting.
  • Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
  • Kept detailed records of accounts payable by creating reports and updating vendor balance sheets.
  • Supported senior leadership by producing month-end closing reports and advising on remittance for quick resolution.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
  • Monitored loans and accounts payable to confirm payments are current.
  • Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.
  • Verified accuracy of coding on invoices prior to processing payments.
  • Managed vendor relationships through prompt communication of payment information.

Payroll Clerk

Fins up
Clearwater Beach, FL
04.2024 - 10.2025
  • Coordinated with HR department to verify employee information and payroll processing.
  • Enforced payroll-related policies, procedures, and regulations to adhere to changing company and governmental standards.
  • Prepared end-of-period payroll tax returns.
  • Processed weekly and monthly payroll for employees accurately and on time.
  • Compiled data from timesheets and other records to determine hours worked and pay rate.
  • Handled payroll help desk and answered questions regarding correct and accurate payroll time entry.
  • Calculated accurate wages, including overtime, salary increases and bonuses.
  • Managed year-end closing process by ensuring timely filing of applicable forms and documents.
  • Conducted audits of payroll accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Processed and issued paychecks and earnings statements.
  • Prepared tax documents, such as W-2 forms, 1099s, and 941s, for submission to government agencies.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of payroll policies and procedures.
  • Tracked and managed employee leave balances, including vacation, sick, and personal leave.
  • Confirmed attendance, hours worked and pay rates to properly post information in appropriate records.
  • Prepared and balanced end-of-period reports and reconciled payroll issues.
  • Managed and maintained confidential employee payroll records.
  • Processed and issued employee paychecks, statements of earnings and deductions.
  • Monitored internal controls over payroll functions.
  • Recorded adjustments to previous pay-related errors.
  • Developed procedures for processing payroll transactions efficiently.
  • Managed weekly payroll duties and submitted data to payroll contractor.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
  • Reviewed changes in personnel policies for accuracy prior to implementation within the department's systems.
  • Organized and maintained payroll information by entering data, deleting errors, calculating and collecting information.
  • Coordinated child support deductions and distributed wage assignments.
  • Compiled statistics, statements and reports on pay and benefits to submit to department heads.
  • Prepared reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.
  • Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial reports related to payroll activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of all payroll transactions.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
  • Provided guidance and training to junior staff members when needed.
  • Assisted in the preparation of tax reports and the filing of payroll taxes.

Accounts Payable Clerk

RYNO
Tampa , FL
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted with preparing journal entries related to accounts payable transactions.
  • Prepared and processed payroll.
  • Performed bookkeeping and accounting consulting services.
  • Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.
  • Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
  • Implemented program to create daily spreadsheets and streamline financial reporting.
  • Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
  • Kept detailed records of accounts payable by creating reports and updating vendor balance sheets.
  • Supported senior leadership by producing month-end closing reports and advising on remittance for quick resolution.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
  • Monitored loans and accounts payable to confirm payments are current.
  • Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
05-2025

Associate of Science - Business Accountancy

Century College
White Bear Lake, MN
05-2020

Skills

  • Safe service compliance
  • Basic accounting
  • Bar restocking
  • Mixology
  • Health codes compliance
  • Hospitality and accommodation
  • Bar operations management
  • Strong multitasking
  • Payment processing
  • Highly reliable
  • Ordering bar supplies
  • Classic cocktails
  • Memory retention
  • Staff management
  • Able to stand [number] hours
  • Excellent judgment

Affiliations

Blue Sky Animal Hospital (2016- 2021): Shadowed Veterinarians

Efficiently processed ticket sales and concession orders, consistently exceeding customer service expectations and contributing to increased revenue.

Upheld a clean and inviting theater environment, ensuring a pleasant movie going experience for all patrons and receiving positive feedback from management.

Proactively supported theater operations, including opening and closing procedures, demonstrating reliability and dedication to smooth daily operations.

Timeline

Bartender/Payroll Specialist

Twisted orange
10.2024 - Current

Accounts Payable Clerk

Paramount Placements
05.2024 - Current

Payroll Clerk

Fins up
04.2024 - 10.2025

Accounts Payable Clerk

RYNO
02.2023 - 03.2024

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Minnesota

Associate of Science - Business Accountancy

Century College

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