Payroll Accountant III / HR at Louisiana State Employees' Retirement System (LASERS) (2023-09 – Present)
•Oversee and maintain a current analysis of payroll expenditures across multiple funds and member accounts for a multi-entity state retirement system, examining transactions for accuracy and correcting financial records as needed; administer related benefits coordination, eligibility updates, and compliance documentation for thousands of plan members.
- Provide general assistance and support in financial services as a primary point of contact for member and team member questions related to retirement contributions, benefits, and payroll — explaining complex policy and compliance matters in clear, accessible terms.
- Prepare and submit numerous state reports on a timely basis, including payroll, leave, and benefits reporting for multiple funds and member accounts, achieving 100% on-time compliance for Form 941, state tax filings, and W-2/ACA submissions.
- Research and reconcile discrepancies in accounts, tax filings, and payroll records — partnering with accounting to resolve variances between the general ledger, tax forms, and member/employee records before deadlines, and reporting findings.
- Prepare, set up, and maintain accounting controls, records, and files for sensitive financial and benefits data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality consistent with governmental data-privacy standards.
- Identify and implement process improvements within centralized accounting and payroll systems to streamline expenditure tracking, reporting, and benefits administration workflows.
Accountant at Genesis 360, LLC (2021-09 – 2023-09)
- Processed bi-weekly payroll for a workforce of 1200+ employees across the organization, managing timesheets, wage calculations, and off-cycle runs.
- Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, maintaining accurate vendor and client records.
- Investigated and resolved variances in financial plans and reporting, improving overall accuracy across monthly close cycles.
- Designed and improved accounting and payroll-adjacent processes to support a growing, multi-stakeholder organization.
President / CEO — Event Planner & Designer at My Dream Affair Events, LLC (2010-09 – Present)
- Manage full-cycle financial operations including budgeting, vendor negotiations, invoicing, and reconciliations.
- Coordinate staffing schedules, onboard contractors, and manage day-to-day people operations for a growing small business — applying core HR and team member management principles.
Certified Trainer / Service Professional Manager at Red Lobster (2011-05 – 2015)
- Led onboarding and training programs for new hires, building foundational skills in team member communication, training material development, and process consistency.
- Performed daily cash audits and closing procedures, managing cash accountability across front-of-house staff.
