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Amber Gonzales

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Efficient and focused professional in payroll and office administrative management, known for high productivity and the ability to complete tasks efficiently. Skilled in payroll processing, timekeeping accuracy and compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Excel at problem -solving and multi-tasking and adaptability, which facilitate seamless payroll, office management and administrative operations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Payroll Specialist/ HR Generalist

Klassen Corporation
05.2022 - Current
  • Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
  • Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
  • Coordinated resolution of payroll discrepancies.
  • Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
  • Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
  • Assisted with recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
  • Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
  • Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
  • Process all weekly and bi-weekly payroll ad certified payroll for state and federally funded project
  • Collected and processed and maintained all labor compliance documentation for subcontractors on prevailing wage projects
  • Processed all tax payments/garnishments
  • Oversaw and managed the companywide OSHA safety training program and companywide drug and alcohol program
  • Bookkeeping for owner two additional personal companies

Office Manager/Senior Payroll Specialist

Broken Drum Insulation
10.2020 - 05.2022
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Processed weekly payroll for up to 300 employees
  • Reconciled health care benefits, tax contributions, and retirement accounts to facilitate large-scale account reconciliations.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Monitored and tracked budgets and expenses.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.

Insurance Producer/Claims Processor/Executive Administrative Assistant

Morgan White Group- Mestmaker & Associate Insuranc
07.2016 - 10.2020
  • Provided detailed information about company insurance products.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Educated clients on insurance policies and procedures.
  • Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
  • Designed presentations and marketing materials to promote insurance products.
  • Responded to customer inquiries, providing detailed explanations of insurance policies and claims processes.
  • Posted payments to accounts and maintained records.
  • Calculated adjustments, premiums and refunds.
  • Processed and recorded new policies and claims.

Executive Administrative Asst. / Certified Payroll

HPS Mechanical Inc.
08.2013 - 09.2015
  • Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
  • Used software to coordinate meetings, appointments, and tasks senior executives.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Processed all subcontractor certified payroll reports both state and federally
  • Analyzed and audited all documentation on all investigations through the Department of Internal Relations for fraudulent activity on payroll reporting.
  • Developed and implemented improved filing systems for enhanced order and accuracy.
  • Assisted the scheduling and dispatching department as necessary.
  • Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of department.

Education

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School
Bakersfield, CA
05-2003

Skills

  • Payroll management
  • Reporting expertise
  • Payroll auditing
  • Documentation requirements
  • Bi-weekly payroll processing
  • Labor Compliance
  • Tax compliance
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Employee relations
  • Proficient in all Microsoft programs - Advanced
  • Garnishment processing
  • Data entry
  • Verbal communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Organization and time management
  • Multitasking
  • Office management
  • Processing payroll
  • QuickBooks pro
  • Sage
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • CNP - Certified Notary Public

Timeline

Sr. Payroll Specialist/ HR Generalist

Klassen Corporation
05.2022 - Current

Office Manager/Senior Payroll Specialist

Broken Drum Insulation
10.2020 - 05.2022

Insurance Producer/Claims Processor/Executive Administrative Assistant

Morgan White Group- Mestmaker & Associate Insuranc
07.2016 - 10.2020

Executive Administrative Asst. / Certified Payroll

HPS Mechanical Inc.
08.2013 - 09.2015

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School

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