Venus Gallerani
Gallatin,TN
Summary
Discerning professional with many years of hands-on experience in financial management and program leadership. Familiar with regulatory requirements and optimal approaches for keeping systems current and compliant. Forward-thinking leader responsive to changing demands. Highly organized and detail-oriented administrative professional excels in office management and special projects. Resourceful and adaptive team leader with expertise in project management, financial tracking, customer relationship management and marketing. Results-oriented strategic planner with extensive knowledge of industry practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
Ajo Unified School District #15
Ajo, AZ
07.2013 - 06.2023
- Reviewed financial reports for accuracy and completeness in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Prepared and monitored the operating capital budgets.
- Reviewed and approved timesheets for payroll processing.
- Processed payroll transactions, including timesheets, garnishments, benefit deductions, and other payroll changes, using Tyler Technologies software system.
- Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
- Generated 1099 forms at year end for reporting purposes.
- Provided support during internal and external audits as necessary.
- Assisted with preparing journal entries related to accounts payable transactions.
- Analyzed purchase orders, contracts, invoices, check requests and other documents related to the accounts payable cycle.
- Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policy guidelines.
- Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
- Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Court Administrator
Ajo Justice Court
Ajo, AZ
07.2009 - 07.2013
- Worked closely with prosecutors to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
- Provided administrative support to judges, attorneys, witnesses, jurors, law enforcement officers, victims and others involved in proceedings.
- Ensured proper maintenance of courtroom equipment including audio and video recording devices.
- Maintained security protocols within the courthouse setting including access control measures for visitors and attorneys.
- Responded to inquiries from public regarding court processes and procedures.
- Created and maintained filing systems for court records and documents.
- Attended hearings as directed by presiding judge or senior administrator.
- Reviewed legal documents such as complaints, motions and petitions for accuracy prior to filing with the appropriate office.
- Supervised staff members including assigning tasks, monitoring performance and providing feedback and training as needed.
- Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the court.
- Managed day-to-day office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies.
- Monitored budget expenditures and prepared financial reports for review by management.
- Monitored payroll, credit card purchases and invoicing to prevent financial errors.
- Supervised administrative staff, delegating tasks and managing workload distribution.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the office environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Sanford-Brown College - Saint Peters
City Of Saint Peters, MO03-1997
Skills
- Financial statement preparation
- Financial Forecasting
- Budget Planning
- Account Analysis
- General ledger accounting
- HR Support
- Payroll Auditing
- Calculating deductions
- Resolving payroll problems
- Coordinating retirement benefits
- Submitting tax payments
- Payroll Processing
- Record maintenance
- Account Reconciliation
- Compliance Monitoring
- Organizational Skills
- Records Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Legal knowledge
- Court Procedures
- Budget Administration
- Executive Support
- Timesheet Processing
- New Hire Onboarding
- Customer Service
- Office Administration
Timeline
Finance Director
Ajo Unified School District #15
07.2013 - 06.2023
Court Administrator
Ajo Justice Court
07.2009 - 07.2013
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Sanford-Brown College - Saint Peters
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