Devin Dawkins

Payroll and Office Administrator with 8 years of experience supporting the financial and administrative operations of a licensed child care centre. Skilled in biweekly payroll processing for a team of 7 (QuickBooks, ADP), monthly invoicing for approximately 26 families, CRA remittances, budgeting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. Strong communicator with solid skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace, and a track record of accurate record-keeping and dependable administrative support.

Additional background in operations, customer service, and cross-functional collaboration across 14 years in film and television production.

Payroll & Office Administrator (Part-Time) - Small World Big Dreams Child Care - Scarborough, ON

(2018 - 2026)

• Processed accurate biweekly payroll for 7 staff over 6+ years using QuickBooks and ADP, including timesheet review and wage calculations
• Issued monthly invoices to approximately 26 families through QuickBooks and the Lillo App, maintaining accurate billing records
• Managed payroll remittances and corporate account correspondence with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
• Performed bookkeeping data entry and maintained organized financial records supporting monthly reporting
• Prepared budgets, financial projections, and monthly financial reports; identified and corrected reporting discrepancies
• Supported child care licensing compliance by developing and maintaining policies and procedures
• Drafted and distributed notices to parents and staff, ensuring clear and timely communication
• Managed website content updates and coordinated centre events

3D Artist, Film & Television (Full-Time)

(2010 - 2024)

Held concurrently with the part-time Payroll & Office Administrator role, 2018–2024.

• Contributed to 15 film, television animation, and poster projects, delivering photorealistic 3D assets and props on schedule
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve pipeline issues and meet production deadlines
• Trained and mentored team members, supporting knowledge transfer and workflow consistency

Customer Service Representative & Graphic Designer (Part-Time) - Boba Stop Bubble Tea

Approx. 2 years

• Delivered friendly customer service behind the counter, serving beverages and preparing snacks and hot food for takeout
• Opened and closed the store, handling cash transactions and maintaining a clean, welcoming environment
• Designed logos, posters, menu boards, backdrops, signage, flyers, and storefront title graphics

Merchandiser - Future Shop

(2005 - 2010)

• Managed inventory, product displays, and stock organization while delivering customer service and meeting sales goals
• Coordinated shipments and logistics to support store operations

Ontario College Advanced Diploma - Game Development - Durham College (2010-06)

Certificate - Art Fundamentals - Sheridan College (2006-08)