Business Office Staff - Who We Are & What We Do

	Kristopher Williamson - Business Administrator Responsible for overall operations in the business office, transportation, food service, operations and maintenance.  Actively involved in preparation and monitoring of budget; financial and statistical reporting and long range planning; oversight of all financial transactions including payroll, purchasing and accounts payable. Email me - kwilliamson@cortlandschools.org
	Alana VanWinkle - Executive Secretary Provides clerical support to the Business Administrator and Facilities Supervisor.  Process, review and update payroll for all support and substitute staff members.  Verifies that all payroll activities are administered and submitted in an accurate and timely manner in relation to BOE policy.  Provides community support in relation to facilities and bus usage.  Maintains open line of communication with all staff regarding payroll, attendance, district practices and policies.  Email me - avanwinkle@cortlandschools.org
	Brayden Bushnell - Treasurer Directly involved with the preparation of financial reports in accordance with BOE policy as well as State Education Law.  Reconciles all district accounts, signs all checks, and maintains records of all receipts and disbursements.   Handles property tax questions, retiree health insurance, district billing and assists with overall business office operations.    Email me - bbushnell@cortlandschools.org
	Adria Weiss - Payroll Coordinator       Responsible for instructional payroll and substitutes - ensuring payroll is processed in accordance with established procedures, BOE policies and labor agreements.  Verifies that all payroll activities and related reports are administered and submitted in an accurate and timely manner.   Assists all employees with questions, concerns and changes to all benefits including health insurance, flex spending, 403(b) retirement savings, New York State Retirement System inquiries, etc. Email me - aweiss@cortlandschools.org
	Karen Harvey-Stearns – Senior Account Clerk - Payables Responsible for processing all district payments for purchases and services.   Assists staff with resolving processing questions when placing an order and ensures necessary documentation is maintained prior to payment being made.  Manage Workers Compensation and Student Incident Claims.  Email me - kharvey-stearns@cortlandschools.org