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Ejuan J. Taylor 4043 East Thistle Landing Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85044 | (480) 392-3477 | [email protected] EDUCATION Arizona State University B.S. Business Administration G.P.A.: 3.51 (Cumulative), 3.85 (Professional/Major Coursework) Honors: Cum Laude Graduate, Dean’s Honor List, Maroon & Gold Academic Scholarship, PSAT Scholarship Relevant Coursework Uses of Accounting Math for Business Analysis Fundamentals of Finance Business Management Organizational & Management Leadership Business Statistics & Statistical Analysis Computer Information Technology: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, Treasury Software, Great Plains, & WinFlexOne

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Page 1: E.J. Taylor - Resume

Ejuan J. Taylor4043 East Thistle Landing Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85044 | (480) 392-3477 | [email protected]

EDUCATIONArizona State University

B.S. Business AdministrationG.P.A.: 3.51 (Cumulative), 3.85 (Professional/Major Coursework)

Honors: Cum Laude Graduate, Dean’s Honor List, Maroon & Gold Academic Scholarship, PSAT Scholarship

Relevant Coursework Uses of Accounting Math for Business Analysis Fundamentals of Finance Business Management

Organizational & Management Leadership Business Statistics & Statistical Analysis Computer Information Technology: MS Word, MS

Excel, MS Access, Treasury Software, Great Plains, & WinFlexOne

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE12/11 – Current WageWorks, Tempe, AZ

Accountant (03/2016 – Present)- On an ongoing basis and with a good understanding of proper accounting practices and controls, support the maintenance of the general ledger by researching and preparing entries; prepare and post monthly journal entries; and on a monthly basis, reconcile assigned general ledger accounts- Perform operational and transactional accounting duties - Invoice preparation, payment processing, cash application, etc.- Analyze moderately complex activities, follow up and resolve variances - Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial transactions in the sub-ledgers (e.g. Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable), and make corrections where appropriate- Maintain SOX controls for the AR Billing Team- Respond to and act as a resource accounting subject matter expert and partner with cross functional teams as needed to resolve accounting issues- With a good understanding and application of accounting practices and controls, ensure that internal divisions, business units and departments adhere to and maintain company standards and proper accounting practices and controls- Participate in month-end close processes by preparing and entering journal entries - Assist with ongoing process improvement, system enhancement and integration projects related to the accounting functions- Identify opportunities for cost controls, streamlining processes and improving the effectiveness of controls- Provide accounting support to cross-functional partners on special projects as required or assigned

Financial Operations Analyst (08/2012 – 03/2016)- Generate and deliver, independently and with minimal supervision, client account reconciliation packages of full accounting credits, debits, and adjustments to the finance department according to established deadlines- Daily reconciliation of internal bank accounts to ensure funds are received or transferred to correct accounts - Facilitate accounts payable and accounts receivable functions- Process contribution and administration fee payments received by mail, online, and fax- Upload contribution, disbursement, and positive pay files for processing through UMB bank- Process client requests to update banking information under HIPPA regulations- Issue payments to clients/participants for year-end forfeitures and refunds via check, ACH and wire- Enter journal entries in accounting software to adjust discrepancies on client accounts- Research and resolve account reconciling items to meet operational deadlines and achieve/maintain client satisfaction- Interact with IT, product development, and project management to analyze and ensure operational processes are executed for each product efficiently and effectively; modify and update procedures as necessary- Complete complex assignments through collaborative efforts with management, coworkers, and other departments to develop/improve process standards and controls to optimize company performance efficiency- Assist managers with new-hire training and creation of Standard Operating Procedures- Participate in both short term and long term strategic planning to handle increased volumes

Claims Processor (12/2011 – 08/2012)- Receive, review, and verify participant benefits claims in an accurate and timely manner- Ensure sensitive information remains confidential while adhering to department policies and procedures- Continuously expand my knowledge of tax-advantaged spending/savings accounts and programs and explore ways to improve processing efficiencies- Record claims processing metrics to establish standard guidelines that will help identify staffing needs for seasonal employees during peak seasons

01/10 – 07/11 National Basketball Association, Secaucus, NJBroadcast Center Analyst

- Write concise and timely telecast reports for national television games- Analyze broadcasts via Microsoft Excel databases to verify contractual marketing and production elements - Utilize Microsoft Excel to create databases for all local NBA/WNBA broadcasts- Analyze programming for content and production elements through historical research and statistical analysis- Staff broadcast operations center during NBA/WNBA game broadcasts- Serve as Broadcast Operations Center liaison with local broadcasts- Analyze expense reports against company policy

03/05 – 12/15 LensCrafters, Phoenix, AZCertified Lab Technician/Supervisor (Casual Part-time)

- Manufacture and inspect prescription eyewear in a fast-paced work environment- Demonstrate excellent customer service skills at all times- Generate invoices for customers - Aid managers in new associate training- Organize and file daily customer orders and reports- Deposit daily revenues

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE- NBA Cares - Fight Against AIDS Walk, Women’s Cancer Awareness Walk, St. Mary’s Food Bank, GCU Run to Fight Children’s Cancer - Kipnis Physical Therapy Aid- NFL Experience at Super Bowl XLII- Arizona State University Women’s Basketball Practice Team

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- American Cancer Society Relay for Life

REFERENCES- Karl Pierce – Financial Operations Manager (WageWorks) – (480) 291-9047

- Arlene Trope – Operations Supervisor (WageWorks) – (262) 236-3052

- Paul Derewicz – Financial Operations Manager (WageWorks) – (480) 291-0426

- Gloria Rodriguez - Operations Specialist (WageWorks) - (480) 291-0471