Heather Kellesis
Summary
Results driven professional with a background in operations management and payroll administration. Skilled in balancing accuracy with efficiency, supporting both employees and business goals. Recently completed Accounting and Payroll Specialist diploma, bringing 20 years of leadership, financial oversight and compliance experience to a new career in payroll and accounting.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
ABC Company
07.2025 - 09.2026
- Maintained accurate financial records using accounting software systems.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely reporting.
- Reconciled bank statements to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions efficiently.
General Manager, Guest Experience
Montana’s Restaurant
01.2008 - 01.2025
- Managed payroll and scheduling for a team of 50+employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with labour standards.
- Oversaw budgeting, inventory control, and cost management for a $3M+ location.
- Maintained detailed financial and HR records, including performance evaluations and staffing levels.
- Improved operational efficiency and guest satisfaction, increasing location ranking from 99 to 33 in six months.
Store Manager
Starbucks Canada
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed payroll and scheduling for a team of 20+ employees
- Oversaw new store opening, including hiring, onboarding, and training processes.
- Increased store revenue from projected 700K to 1.2M in the first year
- Maintained financial records, budget forecast and daily operations.
Education
Diploma - Accounting and Payroll Specialist
Trios College
09.2026
Skills
- Payroll processing & scheduling
- Budgeting & cost controls
- Employee onboarding & compliance
- Record keeping & documentation accuracy
- Confidentiality & data integrity
- Time management & multitasking
- MS Excel, Word, Outlook
- QuickBooks, Sage 50
INTERESTS
I am a motivated, passionate, resilient and adaptable team player who is always up for the challenge. Hoping to be assist to your team!
Languages
English
Timeline
Intern
ABC Company
07.2025 - 09.2026
Store Manager
Starbucks Canada
01.2016 - 01.2018
General Manager, Guest Experience
Montana’s Restaurant
01.2008 - 01.2025
Diploma - Accounting and Payroll Specialist
Trios College
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