Kelly Tyler
Peabody,MA
Summary
Professional payroll specialist with strong background in payroll processing, compliance, and financial reporting. Skilled in utilizing payroll software and managing employee data with precision. Focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and effective problem-solving within teams. Known for reliability and delivering consistent results in dynamic environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Professional
Harvard University, Harvard Police Dept.
Cambridge, MA
03.2023 - Current
- Provided expertise in payroll processes to validate and maintain accuracy of weekly and biweekly payroll submissions.
- Evaluated payroll implications during organizational restructuring and staffing adjustments to ensure precise compensation compliance.
- Collaborated with payroll to manage complex holiday and special-pay processes, addressing discrepancies to maintain operational efficiency.
- Provided specialized payroll insights to inform compensation strategies and assist in the preparation of contract negotiations.
- Managed end-to-end accounts payable processes in buy 2 pay to maintain financial accuracy and vendor relationships.
- Managed Concur corporate card and p-card programs to streamline expense reporting processes.
- Executed contract management for HUPD in Buy 2 Pay system to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Managed financial oversight and operational processes within the department to maintain accuracy and enhance efficiency.
- Enhanced and refined departmental documentation, job aids, and instructional materials.
- Spearheaded identification and implementation of process improvements to streamline operations and boost efficiency.
Payroll Coordinator II
Harvard University, Harvard Police Dept.
Cambridge, MA
07.2017 - 02.2023
- Executed payroll management and processing for HUPD employees on a weekly and biweekly basis to ensure timely compensation.
- Executed comprehensive monitoring of payroll registers and performed audits to uphold regulatory standards.
- Facilitated comprehensive training sessions for all HUPD employees on time and labor absence entry and approval processes.
- Managed processing and maintenance of HUPD contracts and invoices within buy-to-pay system.
- Managed monthly expense reconciliation processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Executed processing of journals for budget and payroll corrections.
- Oversaw weekly budget coding approvals and managed PCard administration within HCOM.
- Oversaw month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial processes.
- Oversaw accounting record-keeping systems and procedures for accurate tracking and reporting.
Financial Analyst II, Sr. Financial Analyst
Harvard University, Harvard Library
Cambridge, MA
10.2014 - 07.2017
- Managed auditing and approval processes for all Harvard Library invoices processed in Aleph.
- Managed pcard budgeting and approval in HCOM to ensure compliance and efficiency in collection activities.
- Investigated and resolved payment discrepancies while serving as a liaison to central AP schools.
- Managed a team of three financial associates to enhance departmental performance and service delivery.
- Facilitated development of policies, processes, and internal controls for HCL and HL.
- Managed budget reporting for Harvard Library (HL) and Harvard College Library (HCL) funds.
- Oversaw reconciliation of budget allocations in Aleph to the GL, addressing issues with schools and communicating project progress effectively.
- Executed journal processing to reconcile items with Aleph and GL systems.
- Oversaw annual archiving of HL records to Harvard Depository.
- Participated in Alma committee meetings to drive successful implementation processes.
- Executed annual escheatable process for compliance and risk management.
- Facilitated development of policy documentation and workflows for unfettered funds management.
Senior Staff Accountant
The Trustees of Reservations
Beverly, MA
09.2013 - 10.2014
- Executed processing of month-end journal entries, vacation accruals, and general ledger reconciliations.
- Oversaw reconciliation of all property bank accounts, ensuring accuracy of annual revenue postings totaling $11M.
- Generated monthly budget versus actual general ledger reports for controller analysis.
- Posted weekly revenue reports for all properties. Assisted in tracking and reallocating prepaid accounts.
- Collaborated with CFO to develop and refine budgeting strategies and financial projections.
- Executed electronic preparation and filing of all 1099 and 1096 reports.
Accountant
Boston Ballet, Inc.
Boston, MA
08.2008 - 09.2013
- Executed accounts payable processing and prepared monthly billing statements.
- Executed monthly bank account reconciliation to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
- Managed reconciliation of general ledger accounts and executed required adjusting entries.
- Established and maintained spreadsheet for monthly financials and cash flow management.
- Collaborated with senior staff to align budget forecasts with actual quarterly financial outcomes.
- Executed journal entry preparation to accurately record cash receipts, payroll activities, and other revenue transactions to the general ledger.
- Collaborated with accountants to facilitate year-end audit processes.
Education
AS - Accounting
North Shore Community College
Lynn, MA01-2016
Skills
- Proficiency in Oracle, HCom, Buy 2 Pay, HART, Concur, PeopleSoft, Qulik, Larimore, Aleph, Cognos, QuickBooks, Financial Edge, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, ADP, and Paychex’s Payroll Systems
Timeline
Financial Professional
Harvard University, Harvard Police Dept.
03.2023 - Current
Payroll Coordinator II
Harvard University, Harvard Police Dept.
07.2017 - 02.2023
Financial Analyst II, Sr. Financial Analyst
Harvard University, Harvard Library
10.2014 - 07.2017
Senior Staff Accountant
The Trustees of Reservations
09.2013 - 10.2014
Accountant
Boston Ballet, Inc.
08.2008 - 09.2013
AS - Accounting
North Shore Community College