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Kiyoko Johnson

San Diego

Summary

Results-driven Operations Leader with over 10 years of experience in improving efficiency across federal, state, and healthcare sectors. Led teams in optimizing processes, managing financial operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborated with executive leadership to streamline daily operations and implement impactful solutions.

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2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Administrative Assistant

Federal Government
McLean
02.2024 - 06.2025
  • Coordinated executive schedules, travel, meetings, and logistics to ensure seamless collaboration with U.S. and international officials.
  • Prepared executive briefing materials that facilitated informed strategic decision-making.
  • Managed confidential information while ensuring operational continuity and executive support.
  • Directed daily executive office operations supporting senior leadership within a highly secure federal environment.
  • Managed cross-functional operational activities, ensuring alignment among facilities, IT, vendors, and security personnel.
  • Coordinated hiring logistics, onboarding documentation, and personnel records.

Unemployment Tax Representative

Virginia Employment Commission
Woodbridge
04.2020 - 02.2024
  • Managed high-volume portfolio of employer accounts, ensuring compliance with state regulations and enhancing service delivery for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  • Conducted compliance audits and operational reviews, identifying areas of improvement to ensure adherence to state and federal unemployment insurance laws.
  • Investigated complex tax and wage issues, resolving discrepancies through research and collaboration.
  • Partnered with employers, accountants, attorneys, and internal stakeholders to collaboratively resolve regulatory and operational challenges, fostering strong working relationships.
  • Managed collections, legal documentation, and enforcement activities while maintaining positive customer relationships.
  • Utilized multiple state systems to analyze data, monitor performance, and improve operational efficiency.

Payroll Specialist

Pathways, LLC
Fredericksburg
01.2020 - 04.2020

• Conducted regular audits to ensure payroll compliance and accuracy; advised on pay-related issues and resolved

employee concerns.

• Supported employees with payroll inquiries, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to internal policies and

regulations.

• Executed essential payroll tasks including issuing manual checks and processing reimbursements. such as issuing manual checks, processing reimbursements, and verifying

spreadsheet formulas.

• Trained in multi-region payroll functions and experienced with ADP payroll systems. including processing time,

attendance, and employee leave.

Office Manager

Lorton Station Dental Care
Lorton
10.2017 - 01.2020
  • Managed insurance reimbursements and revenue cycle operations, ensuring accurate processing of over $1 million annually.
  • Oversaw billing collections, credentialing, fee negotiations, and financial reporting to maintain compliance and optimize financial performance.
  • Supervised seven employees, overseeing hiring, onboarding, scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluations.
  • Directed daily operations of a high-volume multi-provider dental practice.
  • Developed staffing schedules while ensuring productivity and service quality.
  • Produced operational reports to track accounts receivable collections and office performance metrics, enabling data-driven decision making.
  • Led daily huddles, monthly staff meetings, and quarterly business reviews to enhance communication.
  • Resolved employee and patient concerns while promoting a collaborative workplace environment.

Administrative Assistant

Lorton Station Dental Care
Lorton
06.2014 - 10.2017
  • Coordinated front-office operations, including patient scheduling, insurance verification, treatment plan presentation, and appointment management.
  • Processed insurance claims, pre-authorizations, patient payments, and account documentation while maintaining accurate financial records.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by resolving patient concerns and ensuring a positive patient experience.
  • Collaborated closely with clinical and administrative teams to maintain efficient daily operations and regulatory compliance, including HIPAA requirements.
  • Recognized for strong operational performance and promoted to Office Manager.

Crew Chief/ Trainer

IHOP
Lorton
2012 - 2015
  • Trained new employees and resolved customer concerns to enhance service delivery.
  • Supervised 20+ employees across multiple locations to ensure high-quality customer service.
  • Coordinated scheduling, cash handling, and daily financial reporting to maintain operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business

American Public University
Charles Town, WV
02-2025

Skills

  • Business Operations
  • Operational Reporting
  • Performance Metrics (KPIs)
  • Process Improvement
  • Compliance
  • Financial Operations
  • Budget Administration
  • Vendor Management
  • Workforce Planning
  • Recruiting & Hiring
  • Microsoft Office
  • Excel
  • ADP
  • Team Leadership
  • Customer Experience

Languages

Japanese
Limited

Timeline

Executive Administrative Assistant

Federal Government
02.2024 - 06.2025

Unemployment Tax Representative

Virginia Employment Commission
04.2020 - 02.2024

Payroll Specialist

Pathways, LLC
01.2020 - 04.2020

Office Manager

Lorton Station Dental Care
10.2017 - 01.2020

Administrative Assistant

Lorton Station Dental Care
06.2014 - 10.2017

Crew Chief/ Trainer

IHOP
2012 - 2015

Bachelor of Arts - Business

American Public University
Kiyoko Johnson