LISA NICHOLSON

• Prepare business contracts.
• Accounts payable/receivable.
• Process payroll, preparing reports that include summaries of earnings, tax deductions, leave, compassionate leave and nontaxable wages, calculating payroll liabilities by determining employee taxes, including federal and state income and social security tax, and calculating employer’s payments for social security, unemployment, and worker’s compensation.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and answering any employee payroll queries.
• Maintain all payroll operations according to company policies and procedures.
• Process and issue W-2 forms to employees.
• Experience supervising employees under labor contracts and knowledgeable on Workman’s Compensation Regulations.
• Proficient in Oracle Applications.
• Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
• Maintain required permits, license and bonds for Townships and Municipalities.
• Monitor and maintain equipment and services logs, ensure proper licensing and fuel requirements.

• Managed a team of 20+ State Directors, supporting a nationwide membership base of over 1,000 individuals.
• Directed the planning and execution of large-scale, multi-day events, hosting 1,000 or more attendees, ensuring seamless operations and attended satisfaction.
• Administered advertising strategies and membership renewal procedure for maximum engagement and retention.
• Cultivated and secured National Sponsorships through strategic relationship-building and partnership development.
• Spearheaded industry growth initiatives, resulting in a 32% overall participation and engagement within two years.

Responsible for maintaining the criminal caseload for Fayette County, calculation of Rule 600 dates, preparation for pre-trial conferences, trial, plea, and sentence dates.

• Manage and provide services to Victims and Witnesses. Advise Witnesses and Victims on case details, start to finish.
• Organize and administer Defendant records, transcript, and legal documentation. Maintain and update events pertaining to each criminal case.
• Attend court appearances. Receive and handling inquiries, complaints, and requests from County department heads, local and state officials, attorneys, judges, and the public.
• Independent judgment, providing effective administrative and clerical supervision.
• Preparation of letters, legal documents, and reports; Maintain calendar of appointments for the District Attorney and Assistant District Attorneys, coordinate scheduling of staff meetings.
• Monitor progress of departmental assignments, ensuring that responses are timely and in accordance with established office and department policy and procedure.
• Experience supervising employees under labor contracts and knowledgeable on Workman’s Compensation Regulations.
• Performs special and confidential assignments as required.
• Pa Child Abuse History, Pa Criminal Record Check clearances.
• Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of County documents and personnel records.
• Provided exceptional customer service when addressing inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
• Maintained accurate grant financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
• Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
• Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
• Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
• Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
• Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
• Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
• Developed comprehensive procedures and guidelines, contributing to a well-organized workplace culture.
• Streamlined document handling and processing, reducing turnaround time for inquiries and requests.
• Improved team morale and cohesion with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
• Increased customer satisfaction by developing effective client feedback system that led to service improvements.
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• Optimized office space utilization, leading to more efficient and productive work environment.
• Managed scheduling and coordination of all office meetings to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
• Handled sensitive employee, defendant, victim, and witness information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.
• Coordinated with IT department to upgrade office technology.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
• Facilitated positive work environment, addressing employee concerns promptly and fostering culture of mutual respect.

• Responsible for managing the day-to-day business operations
• Adhere and enforce the objectives, strategies and policies established by the Board of Directors.
• Specific emphasis in member /guest satisfaction and experience as measured by member surveys.
• Process payroll and prepare/process federal and state taxes.
• Preparation of financial statements.