Brooke Alfano
Schererville,IN
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in education and payroll management. Known for attention to detail, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. Committed to creating a positive learning environment and streamlining processes to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Protsman Elementary School
Dyer, IN
08.2020 - Current
- Implemented engaging lesson plans to facilitate student learning across diverse subjects.
- Supported classroom management by fostering positive behavior and encouraging student participation.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive and focused learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and digital resources to enhance student engagement and understanding of course material.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and fellow staff members, contributing to a supportive school community.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
Payroll Manager
Self-employeed
Schererville, IN
01.2017 - Current
- Streamlined payroll processing using automated systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Developed comprehensive payroll policies ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Oversaw month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and financial reporting accuracy.
- Reduced payroll errors by implementing a robust system to ensure accurate salary calculations and timely disbursements.
- Provided expert guidance on tax compliance matters, mitigating potential risks associated with non-compliance penalties.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable operations, ensuring timely payments to vendors and accurate recording of transactions.
- Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide assistance with payroll-related questions.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Monitored and updated employee information in payroll system to add changes in salary, bonuses and deductions.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Prepared and filed accurate and timely payroll tax returns and other related reports to comply with tax laws and regulations.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Integrated newly acquired companies into existing payroll systems while ensuring full compliance with relevant tax laws.
Secretary
Problem Solvers Tax & Business Service LLC
Schererville, IN
08.2004 - 02.2017
- Managed appointment scheduling and client communications to enhance service efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions and client information using accounting software.
- Coordinated office operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to deadlines.
- Developed filing systems for easy access to vital documents and tax records.
- Managed monthly closing processes and ensured timely preparation of financial statements.
- Streamlined reconciliation processes, improving accuracy of account balances and reducing discrepancies.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Achieved compliance with all tax regulations by staying updated on changes and conducting thorough reviews of financial operations.
- Facilitated smoother audit processes by maintaining organized and comprehensive financial documentation.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by meticulously reconciling bank statements and financial records monthly.
- Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 100 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.
- Supported strategic decision-making by providing accurate and timely financial reports to executive management.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial documents and tax returns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Computer skills
- Flexibility
- Student engagement
- Oral communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety awareness
- Creative problem solving
- Adaptable
- Complex Problem-solving
- Records management
- Proficient in Microsoft and Google
- Reporting and documenting
- Lecturing and teaching
- Mathematical concepts
- Results-focused
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism
Timeline
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Protsman Elementary School
08.2020 - Current
Payroll Manager
Self-employeed
01.2017 - Current
Secretary
Problem Solvers Tax & Business Service LLC
08.2004 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Purdue University