Lucitania Gonzalez
New York
Summary
Strategic HR leader with extensive experience driving employee relations, workplace investigations, and organizational effectiveness across education, nonprofit, and corporate environments. Trusted advisor to executive leadership with a proven ability to manage complex employee matters, coach managers, and implement HR systems and policies that strengthen culture, compliance, and employee engagement. Known for balancing empathy with objectivity while supporting diverse workforces, including multilingual hourly employees. Combines HR leadership with strong operational and financial expertise to deliver data-driven solutions and cross-functional impact.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resource & Finance | Interim CFO
The Equity Project Charter School
New York, New York
08.2021 - Current
- Strategic HR and finance leader supporting a 170-employee K–8 charter school network across three campuses. Advise executive leadership on organizational policy, employee relations, compliance, financial operations, and workforce strategy.
- Lead HR strategy and financial operations for a multi-campus charter school organization with 170 employees.
- Advise CEO, Head of School, and senior leadership on employee relations, performance management, and organizational policy.
- Led complex employee relations investigations and resolution strategies while strengthening compliance and risk mitigation.
- Designed and implemented an employee relations framework including investigation protocols and escalation procedures, reducing formal HR escalations by 50%.
- Directed benefits, payroll, and HR compliance infrastructure supporting the organization while improving internal operational processes.
- Led organization-wide implementation of BambooHR HRIS automating employee records and PTO workflows.
- Developed bilingual retirement education initiative increasing 403(b) participation among hourly employees from 0% to 90%.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting presented to executive leadership and the Board of Trustees.
- Oversee finance operations including accounts payable, purchasing, and financial reporting across the organization.
Senior Financial Analyst / Accountant – Real Estate
WarnerMedia
New York, New York
07.2010 - 09.2020
- Managed financial operations for a $60M corporate real estate portfolio including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Led monthly and quarterly financial close processes including variance analysis and executive reporting.
- Strengthened financial reporting systems and internal controls in partnership with operations and IT teams.
- Managed capital project budgets ensuring financial transparency and compliance.
- Coordinated internal and external audits including Ernst & Young.
Human Resource & Finance Manager
HELP USA
New York, New York
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Managed site budgeting, financial reporting, and payroll administration for a nonprofit residential facility.
- Supervised administrative staff responsible for operational and purchasing activities in adherence to company and funder policies.
- Supported employee onboarding and benefits guidance for approximately 50 staff members.
- Coordinated operational processes supporting over 100 residents.
- Conducted workplace investigations.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Baruch College
New York, New York05-2002
Skills
- Human Resources Systems: BambooHR, ADP, TriNet (Zenefits), Greenhouse
- Finance & ERP Platforms: Oracle, Hyperion, QuickBooks, SAP Ariba, Sage Timberline
- Operations Platforms: BILL, Procurify, HarborFlex, Archibus, Corrigo
- Languages: Fluent in Spanish
LEADERSHIP INITIATIVES
- Employee Relations Framework Implementation — Designed investigation protocols and mediation workflows reducing HR escalations by 50%.
- BambooHR HRIS Implementation — Led organization-wide HRIS deployment automating employee record management and PTO administration.
- 403(b) Retirement Participation Initiative — Developed bilingual financial education sessions increasing participation among hourly staff from 0% to 90%.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Founder & Co-Chair — V!VA Latino Employee Resource Group (WarnerMedia). Developed mentorship initiatives and networking events supporting employee engagement and inclusion.
Timeline
Director of Human Resource & Finance | Interim CFO
The Equity Project Charter School
08.2021 - Current
Senior Financial Analyst / Accountant – Real Estate
WarnerMedia
07.2010 - 09.2020
Human Resource & Finance Manager
HELP USA
07.2009 - 07.2010
BBA - Accounting
Baruch College