Betty Lofton
West Mifflin,PA
Summary
Efficient Payroll Administrator knowledgeable about managing payroll for up to 500 employees each period. Experienced in handling all aspects of payroll processing, including employee paychecks, direct deposits, taxes, deductions, and garnishments. Bring comprehensive understanding of applicable tax laws and regulations related to payroll and garnishments. Excellent communicator in answering employee inquiries and resolving payroll-related issues.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR
PITTSBURGH CARE PARTNERSHIP A/k/a COMMUNITY LIFE
09.2011 - Current
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Submitted reports on payroll activities.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Managed employee records on database to maintain accuracy and updated information.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Coordinated with HR personnel to verify accuracy and completeness of employee information.
- Sent bi-monthly reminders for employees to complete and submit time sheets before deadline.
- Trained and mentored new payroll staff to apply best practices and follow department procedures.
- Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
- Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
- Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
- Generated reports to track employee time and attendance.
- Managed and updated employee benefits information.
- Prepared and submitted payroll taxes and reports to regulatory agencies.
- Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
- Maintained employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential.
- Processed manual checks for employees in accordance with company policies.
- Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures to streamline workflow.
- Coordinated resolution of payroll discrepancies.
- Performed audits on PTO balance discrepancies and pay amounts.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Penn State Greater Allegheny
McKeesport, PAAssociate of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA12.2013
Skills
- Resolving Payroll Problems
- Accurate Documentation
- Check Processing
- Payroll Reconciliation
- Reporting
- Concentration and Speed
- Documentation
- Processing Garnishments
- ADP Workforce Now
- Information Auditing and Verification
- Resolving Discrepancies
- Payroll Computation
- E-Mail and Telephone Communication
- Payroll Software Proficiency
- Administering Payroll
- Paperwork Processing
- Timecard Management
- Trained in ADP Workforce Now
- Submitting Tax Payments
- Biweekly Payroll Management
- Expense Reimbursements Tracking
- Reviewing Time Sheets
Certification
- Critical Thinking for Better Judgment, LinkedIn Learning - July 15, 2022
- Effective Listening, LinkedIn Learning - September 30, 2022
- Interpersonal Communication, LinkedIn Learning - November 9, 2022
- Driving Organization Accountability for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, LinkedIn Learning - November 9, 2022
Timeline
PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR
PITTSBURGH CARE PARTNERSHIP A/k/a COMMUNITY LIFE
09.2011 - Current
No Degree - Business Management
Penn State Greater Allegheny
Associate of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Community College of Allegheny County
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