Latoya Clayton
Meridian
Summary
Business professional with deep understanding of business coordination and administrative excellence. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and fostering strong team collaboration. Known for reliability and adaptability to meet evolving business needs while leveraging organizational and communication skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Coordinator
Mississippi State University - Meridian Campus
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Processed payroll for the Division of Education.
- Hired and terminated faculty and staff for the Division of Education.
- Ordered supplies for department.
- Worked closely with Division Head to set up class schedule.
- Coordinated meetings for division head and department.
- Processed payments.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Supported budget tracking and resource allocation for various programs.
- Facilitated meetings, capturing notes and action items for follow-up tasks.
- Conducted data entry and maintained accurate records in university systems.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns, maintaining strong relationships with faculty and students.
- Conducted financial activities for monthly reconciliation and to assist with annual budget.
Administrative Assistant I
Mississippi State University - Meridian Campus
08.2016 - 04.2024
- Coordinated scheduling for faculty meetings, ensuring effective time management and resource allocation.
- Managed departmental communications, facilitating timely information flow among staff and students.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
Accounting Clerk/Administrative Assistant
East Mississippi State Hospital
07.2010 - 08.2016
- Received and dispersed funds to patients
- Reconciled accounts
- Collaborated with other accounting clerks to maintain a cohesive and supportive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement efforts.
- Supported audit preparations through meticulous documentation review and prompt response to auditor inquiries.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Associate
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-2010
High School Diploma -
Meridian High School
Meridian, MS05-1997
Skills
- Training proficiency
- Human resources management
- Staff mentoring
- Supplier monitoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking
Timeline
Business Coordinator
Mississippi State University - Meridian Campus
04.2024 - 07.2025
Administrative Assistant I
Mississippi State University - Meridian Campus
08.2016 - 04.2024
Accounting Clerk/Administrative Assistant
East Mississippi State Hospital
07.2010 - 08.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Associate
Meridian Community College
High School Diploma -
Meridian High School