Strong problem-solving abilities, keen willingness to learn, excellent communication skills. Prepared to tackle challenges, adapt to new environments seamlessly. Commitment to continuous learning to stay ahead of industry trends. Proven skills in teamwork and achieving operational goals efficiently and safely.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Processor-Time and Expense Associate
Allegis Group - TEKsystems
06.2021 - Current
Checked accrued hours against listed hours for leave time.
Verify timekeeping records and handle any discrepancies with employees.
Trained junior staff on payroll systems and best practices for accuracy and compliance.
Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying up-to-date on regulations and conducting regular audits.
Ensured timely payments to employees by adhering to strict processing deadlines.
Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
Update employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
Process payrolls on regular basis for more than 300+ employees nationally.
Respond to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
Processed payroll for diverse employee groups, ensuring accurate and timely disbursements.
Collections Representative
Citibank
10.2020 - 06.2021
Reviewed collection reports to determine status of collections and amounts of outstanding balances.
Used skip tracing resources to locate debtors and updated information in company system.
Recorded all information regarding financial status of customers.
Used probing techniques to determine debtors' reasons for delinquency.
Negotiated to collect balance in full.
Resolved challenging situations with friendly but firm strategies.
Achieved performance goals on consistent basis.
Managed approximately 70 inbound and outbound calls daily
Pharmacy CSR /Claims Processor
Optum Rx
09.2017 - 09.2020
Educates customers on benefits, use of plan, formulary, premiums and status of orders, claims or inquiries.
Answers incoming calls; assists customers/pharmacies/physicians with orders and reorders, benefit eligibility questions and prescription status inquiries. Escalates drug related calls to appropriate pharmacist.
Makes outbound calls on prescriptions with holds on orders and payment issues.
May also assist with entering new prescription orders into system.
Review and research claims by navigating multiple computer systems and platforms and accurately capturing data/information necessary for processing (e.g. Verify pricing, prior authorizations, applicable benefits, coding
Analyze, investigates, and process Medical Claims
Adjust Medical Claims
Claims processing
Price Medical Claims
Audit Appeals and Grievance for compliance errors
• Medicare and Medicaid Knowledgeable
Maintained knowledge of benefits claim processing, claims principles, medical terminology and procedures and HIPAA regulations.
Verified claim data correctness in preparation for processing
Legal Assistant
Davis Law Group
08.2014 - 09.2017
Kept cases organized by establishing and organizing files, documenting actions, Inputting information into file database and case management software.
Develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved, scheduling depositions, preparing summonses and subpoenas, drafting complaints, preparing/filing discovery requests, preparing responses to opposing counsel/generating status reports.
Keep clients informed by maintaining contact/communicating case progress maintaining case costs by verifying outstanding balances with attorney, clients and providers.
Enhanced trial proceedings by organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, scheduling witnesses, and ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed.
Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences, preparing pleas, monitoring/obtaining discovery responses and organizing materials for team case review.
Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
Scheduled appointments, court appearances and depositions for busy criminal and personal injury law firm with 2 attorneys.
Customer Service Representative
Fanatics
08.2013 - 02.2014
Receive inbound payment calls including transferred sales leads and calls from current and potential customers.
Answer questions about product details, the company, and issues with account for customers.
Assist customers with any technical issues experienced with website and escalate any issues to management appropriately.
Perform basic account maintenance activities.
Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers in fast-paced environment.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Andrew Jackson High School
Jacksonville, FL
05.2006
Skills
Professional and Friendly demeanor with strong problem solving skills
Excels at multi-tasking in fast-paced environment, completing projects within time and handling multiple priorities
Ability to follow and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and data entry
Attention to detail
Safety procedures
Teamwork and collaboration
Professional Training
6 week Professional Mariner Ordinary Seaman Training at Bluewater Maritime School