L’Sean Ray
Warner Robins,GA
Summary
Experienced financial management professional with a strong background in accounting processes, systems oversight, and compliance reporting. Extensive knowledge of AP/AR, contract administration, budgeting, and all other aspects of successful financial operations. Proven track record in building and supervising teams to develop and maintain consistent, accurate, and legal accounting structures. Thrives on taking initiative and embracing new challenges. Known for strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional people skills. Demonstrates the ability to work effectively unsupervised and quickly master new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Manager
ALINK Consulting
Warner Robins, GA
12.2020 - 03.2025
- Oversaw payroll systems catering to temporary, hourly, and salaried staff.
- Successfully utilized QuickBooks for accounting tasks.
- Executed processes seamlessly using advanced knowledge of Workday functionalities.
- Skilled using Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Outlook.
- Managed the creation and organization of payroll summaries.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations, and withholdings
- Compiled important reports regarding payroll and other documentation.
- Calculated overtime, vacation, sick hours and other categories of time
- Handled implementation of court-ordered wage garnishments.
- Responded to requests for information as company expert on payroll operations
- Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems
- Gained proficiency in complex Excel functions.
- Enforced payroll-related policies, procedures, and regulations to adhere to changing company and governmental standards
- Handled the coordination of child support deductions along with distributing wage assignments.
- Kept operations in compliance with requirements by applying knowledge of applicable regulations, legal statutes, and tax code information
- Prepared physical checks for employees and check stubs for those receiving direct deposits of funds
- Assisted with audits by preparing accounts and providing information
- Updated and reconciled retirement, tax, and health care accounts
- Worked with HR staff to accurately track and update paid time off
- Implemented payroll reconciliation tools to improve report accuracy
- Distributed expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, and receivables according to schedules
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements
- Conducted reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers, and auditors
- Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting
- Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs
- Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams
- Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups
- Built financial models to allocate resources, forecast cash and investment needs and make capital budgeting decisions
- Created fiscal management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies
- Developed or analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms
- Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth
- Consolidated business data into actionable metrics to simplify and highlight areas of concern and opportunity
Server
Waffle House
Warner Robins, GA
05.2016 - 12.2020
- Handled extensive daily customer visits with exemplary service.
- Utilized POS systems to manage orders and handle billing tasks.
- Showcased a comprehensive understanding of the establishment's menu.
- Tidied server stations to ensure organization.
- Facilitated communication among waitstaff and kitchen personnel for optimal customer experience.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins, and other items
- Promoted a friendly atmosphere to facilitate patron inquiries and order requests.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items, and refill beverages
- Trained new employees to perform duties
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods
Hostess
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar
Warner Robins, GA
04.2015 - 04.2018
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders, and respond to service questions
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist
- Built positive relationships with other front-of-house and kitchen staff
- Accommodated guests with children and special needs to promote comfortable dining experience
- Scheduled reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance
- Monitored dining area to assess server capacity and estimate wait times
- Delivered outstanding service and support from initial interaction to final departure, maintaining loyal clientele
- Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation
- Explained QR code scanning for electronic menu access
- Cleaned and restocked counter areas, replenished cash drawer and checked server supplies to facilitate operations
- Developed long-term relationships with customers to increase opportunities for repeat business
- Resolved customer service and food-related issues to maintain guest satisfaction
Education
AS - Early Childhood Education
Central Georgia Technical College
08.2009
High School Diploma -
Grayson High School
05.2009
Skills
- Critical Thinker
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Patient
- Active listener
- Clear and concise writing
- Goal Setting
- Prioritization
- Creative and Innovative
- Willing to Learn
- Conflict resolution
- Organization
- Teamwork
Timeline
Payroll Manager
ALINK Consulting
12.2020 - 03.2025
Server
Waffle House
05.2016 - 12.2020
Hostess
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar
04.2015 - 04.2018
AS - Early Childhood Education
Central Georgia Technical College
High School Diploma -
Grayson High School