Tiffany Pakulski
Wabeno,WI
Summary
Results-oriented and strategic Business Director with over 11 years experience leading budget development and management within a public-sector organization. Develop and maintain business procedures and policies. Has a proven track record at the School District of Laona, excelling in financial reporting and strategic planning. Adept at fostering school board government relations and enhancing operational efficiency. Leads successful budget and grant management as well as risk mitigation while demonstrating exceptional communication and decision-making skills. Manage and lead all areas of school finance while being a critical part of the leadership team.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Director
School District of Laona
Laona, WI
01.2015 - Current
- Manage Accounting Procedures
- Perform Annual Audit
- Develop, Manage and Monitor Budget
- Advise Strong Strategic Financial Planning
- Monitor Cash Management
- Guided District to Become Debt Free
- Prepare and Maintain Facility Management
- Develop and Maintain Business Procedures and Policies
- Provide HR Responsibilities for over 50 Employees
- Strong Payroll Management and Compliance
- Manage Purchasing and Procurement
- Process and Monitor Accounts Payable
- Determine Risk Management Needs
- Federal/State Grant Administration and Management
- Communicate School Finance Information To Board of Directors and Community Stakeholders
Administrative Assistant
School District of Wabeno
Wabeno, WI
08.2009 - 01.2015
- Managed middle school/high school office environment, enhancing organizational efficiency
- Developed and maintained filing systems, ensuring accurate record-keeping and easy retrieval of documents
- Preparation of reports, improving clarity and effectiveness of communication materials
- Streamlined office operations by implementing digital tools for task management
- Track and record student activities
- Manage all phone calls/visitors/office traffic
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems
- Attendance reporting/truancy
- Manage and update website
- Assist principal and athletic director
- Create transportation schedules
- Immunization compliance
- Monitor diabetic students
- Recognized as the 2010-2011 Support Staff of the Year
Bookkeeper
Novak Trucking Services LLC
Laona, WI
07.1998 - 08.2009
- Process payroll for 75 employees and owners operators, direct deposit processing
- Accounts payable, accounts receivable and invoice processing
- Flex and retirement plan coordinator
- Revenue and expense analysis for entire fleet
- Manage cash flow
- Excellent analytical skills
Education
Associate of Science - Business Management
Nicolet Area Technical College
Rhinelander, WI08-2023
Technical Diploma - Leadership Essentials
Nicolet Area Technical College
Rhinelander, WI08-2022
Associate Degree Courses (2 Years) - Accounting
Nicolet Area Technical College
Rhinelander, WI 01-1995
Bachelor in Science Courses (1 Year) - Biology
UW-Stevens Point
Stevens Point05-1990
High School Diploma -
School District of Wabeno
Wabeno06-1989
Skills
- Operations management
- Board/Government relations
- Time management
- Project/Facilities management
- Financial reporting
- Budget development
- Budget management
- Long-term business planning
- Strategic and financial positioning
- Accounting/Audit procedures
- Independent problem-solving
- Excellent communication
- Grant monitoring and processing
- Mentor/Assist other school districts
Timeline
Business Director
School District of Laona
01.2015 - Current
Administrative Assistant
School District of Wabeno
08.2009 - 01.2015
Bookkeeper
Novak Trucking Services LLC
07.1998 - 08.2009
Associate of Science - Business Management
Nicolet Area Technical College
Technical Diploma - Leadership Essentials
Nicolet Area Technical College
Associate Degree Courses (2 Years) - Accounting
Nicolet Area Technical College
Bachelor in Science Courses (1 Year) - Biology
UW-Stevens Point
High School Diploma -
School District of Wabeno