Alizah Ibarra
Houston
Summary
Detail-oriented Human Resources Payroll Specialist with strong expertise in payroll processing, tax compliance, and benefits administration. Highly skilled in using payroll software, ensuring accurate and timely payroll distribution, and maintaining meticulous records. Demonstrates solid work ethic and commitment to minimizing errors. Effective in managing payroll operations, well-equipped to excel as Human Resources Payroll Specialist.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Administrative Assistant
Big Tex Trailer World Inc.
07.2025 - Current
- Managed office communications, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information.
- Coordinated scheduling for staff meetings and client appointments to optimize workflow.
- Maintained organized filing systems, enhancing document retrieval efficiency.
- Assisted in processing purchase orders and vendor invoices to support procurement activities.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Collaborated with team members to improve internal processes, fostering a more productive work environment.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming office environment, fostering positive impressions among clients and visitors alike.
Human Resources Payroll Specialist
Shell Federal Credit Union
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Researched discrepancies between paychecks issued and hours worked by employees.
- Handled confidential documents relating to employee salaries and benefits packages.
- Ensured timely payment of wages by state and federal laws.
- Managed garnishments, child support orders, 401 contributions, and benefits deductions.
- Audited and reconciled all related accounts in preparation for month end close.
- Responsible for accurately entering employee payroll data into the company’s payroll system.
- Maintained records of employee attendance and leave balances, ensuring compliance with established policies.
- Provided timely customer service support to employees regarding questions about their paychecks or other payroll issues.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines consistently.
HR Assistant
CLS Health
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Assists in the recruitment and interviewing by scheduling interviews, coordinating pre-employment testing, and providing administrative support to hiring managers
- Compile employee records such as personal information, attendance, benefits, performance reviews, and terminations
- Manages employee onboarding program for new hires, ensuring completion of all required documents
- Coordinate with department heads to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures
- Provides advice on HR related topics such as compensation levels, performance reviews and disciplinary actions
- Ensures employees receive proper training on safety regulations and other relevant information necessary for their job duties
- Develops job postings for open positions using internal databases as well as external career websites and job boards
- Maintains awareness of current trends in Human Resources management practices
- Draft letters of offer to new hires outlining terms of employment
- Handle sensitive and confidential employee information with complete discretion
- Process employee status changes, keeping human resources systems and employee records up to date
- Guide new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate the HR process
Education
BBA - Business Management
University of Houston- Downtown
12-2023
Skills
- Administrative Skills
- Computer Literacy
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Payroll auditing
- Payroll software proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Bi-weekly payroll
- Understanding of HR Policies
- Human Resources Support
- Organizational Skills
- Bilingual
- Payroll processing
- Payroll administration
- Multitasking Abilities
- General Ledger
Timeline
Office Administrative Assistant
Big Tex Trailer World Inc.
07.2025 - Current
Human Resources Payroll Specialist
Shell Federal Credit Union
09.2024 - 07.2025
HR Assistant
CLS Health
02.2024 - 05.2024
BBA - Business Management
University of Houston- Downtown