L. C. Stewart
M: 510-***-****
***********@******.***
http://www.linkedin.com/in/lcstewart
AP & Payroll Professional
I am a result driven accounting professional with exceptional accounts
payable, payroll, and accounting skills with computer proficiency in Sage
MAS 500, FASS 500, ADP and Microsoft applications and programs. Articulate
written and verbal communicator with an exceptional track record of
accurately handling confidential information in deadline-oriented
environments. I successfully balances organizational, analytical and
management skills with a great attention and focus to detail.
Demonstrated record of success in:
Accounts Payable Analysis and Reporting Reconciliations and Audits
Payroll General Ledger Accounting System Implementation
Vendor Relations & Expense/Report Preparation Benefit Administration
Customer Service
Professional Experience
Livescribe, Inc., Oakland, CA
January 2010 - Present
Founded in 2007, Livescribe has developed a breakthrough low-cost mobile
computing platform which includes the award-winning LS3 smartpen, dot
paper, smartpen applications, Livescribe Desktop software, Livescribe
Online Community, and development tools.
Accounts Payable & Payroll Manager
Responsible for full cycle accounts payable using Sage MAS 500 and
fixed assets using FAS 500
. Maintained vendor W9's on all vendors and performed the annual 1099
reporting
. Responsible for establishing and ensuring effective internal controls
for accounts payable and payroll functions
Trusted member of the finance team, assisting the VP of Finance with
financial strategies for managing cash flow during fund raising,
manage cost to achieve budget and identify cost savings
. Responsible for corporate American Express expenses
Responsible for semi-monthly multi state and international payrolls
using ADP Workforce Now/Concur/Pay Xpert
. Work closely with human resources to ensure smooth transitions for
both incoming and outgoing employees
. Evaluates and approves all payroll changes and maintenance to ensure
the accuracy supported by adequate documentation
Acts in response to verification and inquires for unemployment and
other payroll and human resources related data
. Governed all year-end W-2 activities, audits, and monthly payroll
related journal entries
Tesla Motors, Inc., San Carlos, CA
November 2009 - December 2009
Tesla Motors designs and sells high performance, super efficient electric
cars. They have brought the best of the automotive and technology worlds
together to permanently bury the image of an electric car as a step
backward in performance, efficiency, or design.
Payroll Manager (Contract)
Assessed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay and
occupations of newly hired workers, changes in wage rates and
occupations of employees on payroll using ADP Pay Xpert and eTime
Responsible for semi-monthly multi state payroll, mew hires,
terminations, liens and garnishments
. Completed the system implementation of ADP Enterprise eTIME an online
timesheet system
. Replied to inquiries to verifications of employment, unemployment and
other payroll related data
Equinix, Inc., Foster City, CA
July 2009 - October 2009
Equinix, Inc. operates International Business Exchange (IBX ) data centers
across 18 markets in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Global
enterprises and network services providers rely upon their expertise to
protect their information assets.
Payroll Administrator (Contract)
Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay and
occupations of newly hired workers, changes in wage rates and
occupations of employees on payroll using ADP Pay Xpert and eTime
. Assisted in testing and completion of system implementation of ADP
Enterprise eTIME an online timesheet system
Responsible for two semi-monthly multi state payrolls, new hires, and
terminations
. Assured the proper processing of all fixed and voluntary deductions as
well as liens and garnishments
. Replied to inquiries to verifications of employment, unemployment and
other payroll related data
Westin San Francisco Market Street, San Francisco, CA
May 2008 - March 2009
The Westin San Francisco Market Street, a franchise hotel owned by Highgate
Holding which is a principal investment firm based in Texas. They
specialize in investments in public market ownership with a focus on
hotels, office buildings, and industrial complexes.
Payroll Manager
. Supervised Payroll/Human Resources assistant
Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay and
occupations of newly hired workers, changes in wage rates and
occupations of employees on payroll using ADP Enterprise and eTime
responsible for semi-monthly payroll for the hotel and three bargains
units, liens and garnishments
. Governed all year-end W-2 activities, monthly payroll related journal
entries and bank reconciliations
Innovative Technical Solutions, Inc., Walnut Creek, CA
December 2007 - May 2008
Innovative Technical Solutions, Inc. (ITSI) is an international, award
winning, design-build infrastructure and environmental solutions firm. ITSI
provides clients with planning, design, and construction of vertical and
horizontal infrastructure and facilities.
Payroll Supervisor (Contract)
Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay and
occupations of newly hired workers, changes in wage rates and
occupations of employees on payroll using Millennium
Responsible for weekly and two bi-weekly multi-state and international
payrolls plus certified weekly payroll
. Governed all year-end W-2 activities, monthly payroll related journal
entries and bank reconciliations
. Assured the proper processing of all fixed and voluntary deductions as
well as liens and garnishments
. Assisted in the testing and completion of the system implementation of
iTime, an on-line timesheet system
The Mentoring Center, Oakland, CA
September 2005 - November 2007
The Mentoring Center's two-tiered mission is to improve the quality and
effectiveness of mentoring programs and to provide a direct service
mentoring program model designed to transform the lives of the most highly
at-risk youth in the Bay Area.
Financial Director
Successfully managed a $1.5 million operational budget for seven
local, state, and federal youth based programs
. Managed and administered fund accounting system and serve as liaison
to financial and funding institutions
. Produced and analyzed financial statements and reports using
QuickBooks Non-Profit Edition
. Certified contract compliance with government grants
. Maintained and prepared monthly reconciliations, financial records,
accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and reports
Exploratorium, San Francisco, CA
May 2001 - July 2005
Housed within the walls of San Francisco's Palace of Fine Arts, the
Exploratorium is a collage of hundreds of science, art, and human
perception exhibits. The Exploratorium is a leader in the movement to
promote museums as informal education centers.
Payroll Supervisor
. Responsible for bi-weekly multi state payroll for organization and
barging unit using ADP for Windows
. Supervised summer accounting intern in addition to payroll assistant
. System implementation of ADP Enterprise eTIME an online timesheet
system
. Governed all year-end W-2 activities, monthly payroll related journal
entries and bank reconciliations
Education
Masters of Accounting and Financial Management, June 2012
Keller Graduate School of Management at DeVry University, Fremont, CA
Bachelor of Science, Accounting, July 2008
University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Professional Certifications
Notary Public, California
California, September 22, 2013 to September 21, 2017
American Payroll Association, Active Member