Vanessa Vasquez
West Hollywood
Summary
Efficient Human Resources Assistant performs variety of clerical and technical support services for HR department. Supports pre-employment, staffing, and on-boarding processes and troubleshoots issues to meet company needs. Exhibits high level of discretion to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
West View Properties
Lancaster
09.2017 - 03.2025
- Coordinated recruitment processes for various positions within the organization.
- Managed employee onboarding and orientation programs for new hires.
- Assisted in maintaining employee records and compliance documentation.
- Supported performance management processes through data entry and scheduling meetings.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding policies and benefits effectively.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring processes by conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and completing reference checks.
- Conducted employment verification and background investigation to facilitate hiring process.
- Performed administrative tasks related to payroll processing or benefit administration.
- Managed employee relations issues including grievances, complaints, and disputes as needed.
Accounting Manager
Signature Taxes And Bookkeeping
Sherman Oaks
11.2014 - 09.2018
- Managed monthly financial reporting and analysis for diverse clients.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes for efficient cash flow management.
- Developed annual budgets and forecasts to support strategic planning efforts.
- Supervised accounting tasks, which included accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management and expense reporting oversight.
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
- Monitored cash flow, prepared bank reconciliations, and managed accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Identified areas of improvement in the existing accounting system and recommended changes accordingly.
- Tracked expenses and revenues against budgets and forecasts and reported variances.
Tax Preparer
Self Employed Services
Sherman Oaks
06.2008 - 08.2018
- Prepared individual and business tax returns using various software tools
- Reviewed financial documents for accuracy and compliance with tax regulations
- Communicated with clients to gather necessary tax information and clarify details
- Educated clients about tax procedures and deadlines to ensure compliance
- Analyzed tax situations to identify deductions and credits for clients
- Filed electronically through approved software programs.
- Maintained accurate records of all client transactions and filings.
- Assisted customers with any questions they had about their taxes or filing status.
- Compiled data from clients to accurately complete tax forms.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH 03.2022 - 07.2025
Skills
- Employee onboarding
- Performance management
- Recruitment coordination
Timeline
Bachelor of Science -
Southern New Hampshire University
03.2022 - 07.2025
Human Resources Assistant
West View Properties
09.2017 - 03.2025
Accounting Manager
Signature Taxes And Bookkeeping
11.2014 - 09.2018
Tax Preparer
Self Employed Services
06.2008 - 08.2018