Brittany Hall-Galbraith
6251 Canella Drive Orland,CA
Summary
Meticulous Payroll Specialist with advanced accounting, mathematical and Microsoft Office expertise. Successful at keeping accounts current and accurate for compliant financial record-keeping. Well-organized, diligent and focused professional.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Specialist
Rolling Hills Clinic, Paskenta Band of Nomlaki
Corning, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using MIP Fund Accounting Software and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
- Managed payroll for organization of 105 personnel.
- Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law and tax code to keep operations in compliance with applicable standards.
- Uploaded time records into MIP Fund Accounting Software and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Created and managed spreadsheets for leave calculations.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Conducted regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts related to payroll transactions for accurate financial reporting purposes.
- Partnered with external auditors during annual audit cycles, ensuring accurate representation of payroll records.
Accounting Assistant II
Rolling Hills Clinic
Corning , CA
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses and commissions.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements and statements.
- Completed weekly check runs and maintained accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions into accounting system.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Reviewed figures, postings and documents for correct entry, completeness and accuracy.
- Supervised daily bookkeeping operations with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements
- Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments
- Monitored status of over 50 vendors payable accounts to facilitate prompt processing
Bookkeeper
Sheraton Real Estate Management
Chico, CA
11.2015 - 02.2021
- Entered financial data into company accounting database for verification and reconciliation, maintaining accurate and current accounts at all times
- Computerized record-keeping systems, initiating and maintaining financial accurate and current tracking in AppFolio
- Reconciled accounts and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy
- Completed and mailed bills, contracts, policies, invoices and checks
- Contributed to development of office operations manual and improved accounting procedures by implementing accounting databases and software
- Sorted financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing and posted daily receipts and payments
Instructional Aide
Lake Elementary School
Orland, CA
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance to support classroom instruction
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness and assign grades
- Assisted and monitored students in groups of up to 10 by reviewing lesson teachings and answering questions
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
Student Activities Assistant
Spark After School Program, Lake Elementary School
Orland, CA
02.2012 - 06.2015
- Tutored and assisted children individually or in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Modeled positive guidance and effective classroom management to maintain safety, well-being and attention of all children
- Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies and student behavioral or learning problems
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Animal Caretaker
Vieira's Diamond Stock Dog
Orland, CA
06.2001 - 08.2012
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health
- Maintained clean and organized boarding areas to promote animal well-being
- Worked with more than 50+ animals each day to make sure all needs were met
- Optimized livestock health and reduced disease risks by applying animal husbandry expertise to optimizing care
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean
Math Tutor
Self-Employed
Orland, CA
05.2010 - 06.2012
- Educated students on strategies for effective studying, note taking and test taking
- Created special handouts, study guides and assessments to evaluate and boost student knowledge
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children from 3rd to 8th grades
- Taught students struggling with basic and advance math
- Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn
Waitress
Orland Livestock Commission Yard
Orland, CA
08.2011 - 01.2012
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests
- Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously
- Used correct cleaning, sanitizing and food handling procedures to maintain optimal protections for customers
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean
Secretary Assistant
Dean's Plumbing
Orland, CA
08.2009 - 01.2010
- Communicated with customers via phone and email to confirm deliveries and respond to inquiries
- Managed payroll processing for employees
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents
Child Care Provider
Self Employed
Orland, CA
01.2003 - 08.2009
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline
Tutor
Kumon Math And Reading Center
Chico, California
06.2007 - 08.2008
- Provided one-on-one and small group reading instruction to students falling behind in Math, Reading & English skills
- Measured outcomes and progress of students using benchmark assessments
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses
- Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Butte College
Oroville, CA05.2017
Skills
- Skilled in MIP Fund Accounting
- Skilled in Microix User
- MS Office expert
- Financial reports
- Data reconciliation
- General ledger
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Accounts payable specialist
- Account reconciliations
- Bank statement analysis
- Computerized Accounting
Accomplishments
- Earned “Human Resources Certificate” Award in Spring 2017
- Earned “Account Clerk Certificate” Award in Fall 2016
- Earned “Tax Preparer Certificate” Award in Fall 2016
- Earned "AIPB Mastering Internal Controls and Fruad Prevention" Certificate of Completion Award in Spring 2016
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Payroll Specialist
Rolling Hills Clinic, Paskenta Band of Nomlaki
08.2021 - Current
Accounting Assistant II
Rolling Hills Clinic
02.2021 - 04.2021
Bookkeeper
Sheraton Real Estate Management
11.2015 - 02.2021
Instructional Aide
Lake Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2015
Student Activities Assistant
Spark After School Program, Lake Elementary School
02.2012 - 06.2015
Waitress
Orland Livestock Commission Yard
08.2011 - 01.2012
Math Tutor
Self-Employed
05.2010 - 06.2012
Secretary Assistant
Dean's Plumbing
08.2009 - 01.2010
Tutor
Kumon Math And Reading Center
06.2007 - 08.2008
Child Care Provider
Self Employed
01.2003 - 08.2009
Animal Caretaker
Vieira's Diamond Stock Dog
06.2001 - 08.2012
Associate of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Butte College
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