"I started my career as a cashier in a big department store. Over time, I was promoted to Floor Manager, then Assistant Store Manager, and finally - Store Manager. I earned these promotions based on my dedication to the job and my keen attention to detail. My cash counts were always accurate, and I helped other cashiers balance their registers at the end of the day. As the Store Manager, I grew a strong interest in payroll responsibilities. From this interest, I decided to pursue an education in accounting, which my company helped fund since their tuition program extended to those in management roles. Once I completed my accounting education, the same department store hired me to work in their payroll processing department. I have been with this employer for 10 years now, and they have provided me with so much opportunity. Now, I am ready to move forward into a payroll position that encompasses an industry outside of retail where I can learn more complex payroll runs and related accounting duties."

"My initial career interests were in Accounting and Human Resources. In my first professional role as an HR Coordinator, I was responsible for daily payroll management. I found the responsibilities to be fascinating and a great combination of the two areas of business that interested me; HR and finance. I've continued my career in payroll for the past nine years and enjoy adding value to my employer by delivering a smooth process each payroll cycle."