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Morgan Elizabeth Berardi

Morgan Elizabeth Berardi

Peekskill,NY

Summary

Organized and responsible business professional with a positive, “can do” attitude. Highly disciplined working independently. Strong leadership ability working with a team. Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and administrative skills capable of keeping deadlines and producing results to meet company goals. Proven ability to multitask and prioritize with a high degree of accuracy and success.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Small Business Finance Management

Peekskill Brewery
09.2008 - Current
  • Design business plans to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
  • Evaluate sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques using spreadsheets to improve business.
  • Perform statistical analyses to gather data using technology for operational budgetary and forecasting team needs.
  • Manage purchasing, sales, marketing and a/p and a/r account operations efficiently.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.

Payroll Specialist

Peekskill Brewery
09.2008 - Current
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
  • Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
  • Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
  • Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
  • Review Quarterly and Annual Tax Filings for accuracy.
  • Prepared and submitted payroll taxes and reports to regulatory agencies.

Human Resource Manager

Peekskill Brewery
09.2008 - Current


  • Recruitment and Hiring: Network to find best candidates, interview candidates, onboard new hire employee
  • Policy Handbook Management: Creation of employment and audit to company policy changes in accordance with local, state and federal laws.
  • Employee Retention: Facilitate on-the-job training by enhancing knowledge and skill set. Motivate employees through organized training and incentives.
  • Employee Accountability: Job training, discipline and cause termination, dispute resolutions
  • Utilize technology and compliance tools to analyze time and attendance to identify deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
  • Claims Experience: FMLA, Workers Comp, Disability, Sexual Harassment, Unemployment
  • COVID 19: Document and Compliance with ongoing State and Federal Guidelines


Customer Service Representative

Commerce Bank
White Plains, NY
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
  • Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.

Hospitality Team Member

Bellagio Hotel And Casino
12.2004 - 03.2007
  • Collaborated with various team members to meet guests' requests.
  • Established and maintained relationships with key customers to promote satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.

Legal Assistant

Smith & Barsch LLC
New York, NY
12.2002 - 03.2004

· Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.

· Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.

· Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.

· Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.

· Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Economics

Fordham University
The Bronx, NY

Skills

  • Motivated to Analyze Data in order to Learn and Adapt
  • Proficient in ADP, Quickbooks, Primepay, Ready, Set & Work and Toast POS, Payroll and Integrations
  • Detail oriented Operations Management
  • A/P and A/R Account Management
  • Legal and Compliance Research and Drafting
  • Policy and Procedure Management
  • Exceptional Microsoft Excel Ability and Spreadsheet Creation
  • Proven Interpersonal and Written Communication

Certification

  • Safe Serve Certified, Westchester County 2025
  • Certified Sommelier, Court of Masters, 2005


Timeline

Small Business Finance Management

Peekskill Brewery
09.2008 - Current

Payroll Specialist

Peekskill Brewery
09.2008 - Current

Human Resource Manager

Peekskill Brewery
09.2008 - Current

Hospitality Team Member

Bellagio Hotel And Casino
12.2004 - 03.2007

Legal Assistant

Smith & Barsch LLC
12.2002 - 03.2004

Bachelor of Science - Business Economics

Fordham University

Customer Service Representative

Commerce Bank
Morgan Elizabeth Berardi