Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Work Preference
Timeline
BusinessAnalyst
Amanda Lage
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Amanda Lage

Vancouver

Summary

A highly motivated, ultra-organized analyst who has 18 years of experience within various Accounting and Payroll roles. Understands diverse business intelligence methodologies to improve workflow, productivity and reliability.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Yoga Joint
07.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with HR team for seamless onboarding, ensuring accurate benefits enrollment and smooth transition for new employees.
  • Enhanced payroll accuracy by diligently reviewing timesheets and resolving discrepancies.
  • Safeguarded confidential employee information by adhering to strict data privacy policies and procedures.
  • Checked employees' benefits enrollment for accuracy and inputted all data into UKG Ready.
  • Built relationships with vendors to foster quality service delivery.

Global Payroll Analyst

Fisher Investments
06.2019 - 08.2024
  • Provided customer service to 80 managers overseeing 800 employees
  • Optimized workflow by creating detailed procedure manuals for each step in the payroll process, reducing errors and enhancing efficiency.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing employee inquiries about paychecks or withholdings, fostering positive workplace relations.

Payroll Systems Analyst

PeaceHealth
09.2015 - 05.2019
  • Supported 15 member team during bi-weekly payroll
  • Payroll processed 15,000 employees
  • Managed Physician Compensation
  • System testing in Kronos MyTime and Infor Lawson

Payroll & Accounts Payable Specialist

The Clymb
02.2014 - 09.2015
  • Processed payroll semi-monthly for 100 employees
  • Established paperless process improvement for AP
  • Lead in software implementation (ADP to Paycom)

Payroll Lead

North Sky Communications
07.2013 - 01.2014
  • Processed Weekly Payroll for 250+ employees
  • Software included: Solomon and ADP
  • Submitted Certified Payroll reports to state and federal agencies

Payroll Processor

Monarch Management
06.2008 - 07.2013
  • Maintained accurate employee records by updating information such as wage adjustments, promotions, and terminations in a timely manner.
  • Increased accuracy in wage garnishments by diligently monitoring court orders and updating records as needed.
  • Safeguarded confidential employee information through proper storage and handling of sensitive documents.
  • Reduced errors in payroll calculations by meticulously reviewing timesheets and ensuring accurate data entry.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
06.2007

Skills

  • MS Software
  • Critical Thinking
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Accounting
  • Process Payroll
  • Software
  • Training
  • Error Resolution
  • Payroll and Benefits Administration
  • Legal Compliance
  • Data Auditing Assistance
  • Analytical Skills
  • Spreadsheet Creation
  • Tax Expertise
  • Data Analysis
  • Active Listening
  • Payroll Software Proficiency
  • ADP PayForce
  • Employee File Maintenance
  • Training and Development
  • Project Management

Languages

Portuguese
Elementary

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Remote

Timeline

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Yoga Joint
07.2025 - Current

Global Payroll Analyst

Fisher Investments
06.2019 - 08.2024

Payroll Systems Analyst

PeaceHealth
09.2015 - 05.2019

Payroll & Accounts Payable Specialist

The Clymb
02.2014 - 09.2015

Payroll Lead

North Sky Communications
07.2013 - 01.2014

Payroll Processor

Monarch Management
06.2008 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

University of Oregon
Amanda Lage