Rebecca LaPorte
Utica,NY
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
Utica City School District
Utica, NY
11.2023 - Current
- Reviewed and processed payroll-related actions to drive data accuracy and comply with company policy and federal and state regulations.
- Guided employees through automated self-service platform for real-time attendance tracking and queries.
- Monitored timekeeping records for accuracy and completeness.
- Managed employee relations issues including grievances, complaints, and disputes as needed.
- Updated employee database with changes in job title, salary information or contact details.
- Processed paperwork associated with personnel transactions such as promotions or terminations.
Accounting Technician
DEFENSE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE
Rome, NY
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Evaluated accuracy and quality of data entered into agency management system.
- Managed workload and priorities to meet claims processing meet deadlines and production quotas.
- Reviewed applications and supporting documents to verify claims eligibility and accuracy.
- Utilized excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to quickly and accurately assess Service Member's claims for reimbursement.
Administrative Assistant to the CFO
UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Utica, NY
09.2016 - 05.2023
- Performed clerical and administrative support duties to optimize workflow procedures.
- Assisted payroll department with employee payroll processing and insurance deductions, research and resolve payroll issues.
- Communicated and interacted with multiple departments, parents, and businesses via email and phone.
- Reviewed contracts, requisitions, invoices and other financial documents for accuracy prior to processing payments.
- Prepared presentations outlining budgetary forecasts for future years.
- Collaborated with other departments on shared budgetary responsibilities.
Executive Secretary
SITRIN HEALTH CARE CENTER
New Hartford, NY
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Provided administrative support to CEO and Administrator
- Retrieved and reviewed information from New York State Department of Health to update all policies and procedures of facility
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
AML/Funds Transfer Special Investigations Specialist
THE BANK OF NEW YORK / BNY MELLON
Oriskany, NY
11.2002 - 09.2015
- Kept current on legal and regulatory requirements with Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC
- Detected, monitored, and analyzed high volume of wire transactions and reported suspicious activity with respect to money laundering and terrorist financing
- Researched and reviewed large account activities
- Assisted company to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
Education
AAS Degree - Secretarial Science/Office Technology
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NYSkills
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, multiple mainframes, and internet-based systems
- Verbal and written communication
- Account reconciliations knowledge
- Database maintenance
- Reporting skills
- Data integrity
- Claim reimbursement verification
- Payroll Administration
Timeline
Human Resources Assistant
Utica City School District
11.2023 - Current
Accounting Technician
DEFENSE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE
05.2023 - 11.2023
Administrative Assistant to the CFO
UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2016 - 05.2023
Executive Secretary
SITRIN HEALTH CARE CENTER
09.2015 - 09.2016
AML/Funds Transfer Special Investigations Specialist
THE BANK OF NEW YORK / BNY MELLON
11.2002 - 09.2015
AAS Degree - Secretarial Science/Office Technology
Mohawk Valley Community College
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