Anita M. Walker
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing payroll accuracy and efficiency at School Districts, leveraging Microsoft Excel expertise and exceptional customer service skills. Streamlined processes and implemented automated systems, significantly reducing errors. Excelled in complex accounting duties and payroll processing, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and strong communication abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Assistant III
El Camino Community College
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Process complex clerical accounting duties in an assigned functional area such as specially funded projects, payroll, employee benefits or financial aid accounts.
- Managed high-volume payroll processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for payroll.
- Receive, audit and verify financial or statistical documents related to assigned function; assure accuracy, completion and adherence to legal and procedural requirements.
- Review, check and process a variety of documents including claims, invoices, vouchers and others; assure accuracy and timely processing of data, forms and reports.
- Compare, check and verify numerical data and financial documents; detect, trace and correct errors and discrepancies; adjust accounts in accordance with approved accounting procedures.
- Deliver excellent customer service
Payroll Technician
Montebello Unified School District
01.2015 - 07.2021
- Supported year-end processes such as W-2 issuance and tax reporting, ensuring complete accuracy in all filings.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies efficiently by conducting thorough research and working closely with human resources.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for new hires, ensuring a smooth onboarding process for incoming Payroll Technicians.
- Provided comprehensive support to colleagues during peak periods or absences, ensuring uninterrupted workflow in the Payroll department.
- Implemented a new timekeeping system that improved timesheet accuracy and reduced manual entry errors.
- Accurately processed wage garnishments, levies, and other deductions in accordance with legal requirements.
- Developed strong relationships with employees at all levels of the organization through excellent customer service skills when handling payroll-related matters.
Payroll Analyst/Lead Payroll Technician
Inglewood Unified School District
01.2015 - 07.2021
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing employee inquiries about paychecks or withholdings, fostering positive workplace relations.
- Managed year-end reporting tasks such as W-2s preparation and distribution, ensuring timely delivery to employees.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of employee information, adhering to company policies and legal requirements for data protection.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies promptly, addressing employee concerns and maintaining satisfaction.
- Streamlined payroll processes for increased efficiency, implementing automated systems and software solutions.
- Enhanced payroll accuracy by conducting thorough audits and ensuring proper documentation of all transactions.
- Collaborated with Human Resources to manage employee benefits administration, including enrollment and deductions tracking.
- Reduced overpayments by implementing a robust system of checks and balances throughout the entire payroll processing cycle.
- Served as liaison between the company''s payroll department and external vendors, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.
- Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
- Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
University of LaVerne
1950 3rd St, La Verne, CA 9175007.2005
Skills
- Customer Service
- Bank Reconciliation
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Strong Communication Skills
- MS Office
- Attention to Detail
- Payroll Processing
- Data Entry and 10-Key
- Critical Thinking
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
Work Availability
monday
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sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Accounting Assistant III
El Camino Community College
04.2024 - 07.2024
Payroll Technician
Montebello Unified School District
01.2015 - 07.2021
Payroll Analyst/Lead Payroll Technician
Inglewood Unified School District
01.2015 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
University of LaVerne
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