Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Mary S Skytta

KBIC Tribal Court
Pelkie
33
years of professional experience

Adaptable and organized professional with experience in financial records, payroll support, reporting, and data validation. Strong at managing confidential information, identifying errors, and improving accuracy in fast-paced, team-based environments.

Work History

Child Support Specialist

1 Year 8 Months
KBIC Tribal Court | 03.2025 - Current
  • Reviewed court orders and verified payment records for compliance and discrepancies.
  • Coordinated support services with court staff to move cases through judicial workflow.
  • Processed child support case files, ensuring accurate documentation and timely updates.
  • Communicated with parents regarding case status, obligations, and required documentation.
  • Maintained confidential records and organized sensitive information according to court procedures.
  • Prepared case summaries and supporting materials for hearings and enforcement actions.
  • Tracked delinquent accounts and followed up on missed payments for case resolution.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while managing sensitive information related to clients'' personal lives and finances.

Accounting Specialist

1 Year 4 Months
Copper Country Community Mental Health | 10.2023 - 02.2025
  • Reconciled general ledger accounts and resolved discrepancies promptly.
  • Prepared journal entries and maintained supporting documentation for audits.
  • Monitored grant and fund expenditures to support budget tracking.
  • Assisted with monthly and year-end closing activities for reporting.
  • Collaborated with program staff to clarify billing and accounting issues.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using Great Plains Software.
  • Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
  • Assisted auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries promptly.

Data Analyst

16 Years 6 Months
Copper County Community Mental Health | 04.2007 - 10.2023
  • Developed dashboards and recurring reports to support clinical and operational decision-making.
  • Validated data accuracy across spreadsheets, databases, and electronic health records.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine data collection methods and definitions.
  • Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
  • Provided technical support for troubleshooting analytics and reporting issues.

Human Resource Assistant

2 Years 2 Months
Copper Country Community Mental Health | 02.2005 - 04.2007
  • Supported recruitment activities by scheduling interviews, posting openings, and tracking applicant status.
  • Processed benefit enrollments, updates, and employee questions with accurate follow-through.
  • Assisted with background checks, reference verification, and credential tracking for compliance.
  • Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
  • Assisted in payroll processing to ensure timely delivery of paychecks to all employees.
  • Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
  • Supported payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely salary distribution.
  • Updated and maintained employee attendance records.
  • Tracked various statistics and kept detailed records to support human resources department.

Human Resource/Marketing/Loan Officer

11 Years 5 Months
Commercial National Bank | 09.1993 - 02.2005
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of bank records and client information.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing client concerns and resolving issues as they arose during the lending process.
  • Examined customer loan applications for loan approvals and denials.
  • Analyzed financial statements, tax returns, and credit reports to support sound lending decisions.
  • Originated consumer and mortgage loans, evaluating creditworthiness and structuring appropriate financing solutions.
  • Processed payroll transactions, ensuring accurate wages, deductions, and timely employee payments.
  • Reconciled payroll records with timekeeping data to correct discrepancies and maintain compliance.
  • Administered tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit deductions following payroll policies.
  • Reviewed payroll reports to identify errors, variances, and opportunities for process improvement.
  • Maintained employee payroll files and confidential data with strict accuracy and discretion.
  • Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.

Education

High School Diploma

Baraga High School | Baraga, MI

Skills

Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Client communication
Time management
Task prioritization
Problem-solving abilities
Reliability
Teamwork and collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Child Support Specialist

KBIC Tribal Court
03.2025 - CurrentRead More

Accounting Specialist

Copper Country Community Mental Health
10.2023 - 02.2025Read More

Data Analyst

Copper County Community Mental Health
04.2007 - 10.2023Read More

Human Resource Assistant

Copper Country Community Mental Health
02.2005 - 04.2007Read More

Human Resource/Marketing/Loan Officer

Commercial National Bank
09.1993 - 02.2005Read More

Baraga High School

High School Diploma
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Mary S Skytta