Bianca Garcia
San Diego
Summary
Detail-oriented Payroll & Compliance Specialist with over 10 years managing high-volume, multi-state payroll for diverse organizations. Skilled in payroll audits, GL reconciliation, tax compliance, and HRIS administration (UKG, ADP, Banner, Kronos). Known for ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering collaboration between HR and Finance teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Administrator
YMCA of San Diego County
San Diego
10.2023 - Current
- Manage bi-weekly multi-state payroll operations for 2,000+ employees across multiple sites.
- Conduct comprehensive pre- and post-payroll audits to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Maintained compliance with federal and California wage & hour and payroll tax regulations, safeguarding organizational adherence to legal standards.
- Process retroactive pay, bonuses, garnishments, terminations, and complex payroll adjustments.
- Supported GL reconciliation and collaborated with Finance on payroll reporting and analysis to enhance financial accuracy.
- Maintained HRIS data integrity within UKG/UltiPro and timekeeping systems, facilitating reliable payroll processing.
Administrative Secretary (Payroll & Finance Focus)
City of Coronado
Coronado
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared and audited bi-weekly payroll in compliance with City MOUs and IRS regulations.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies, ensuring compliance with city payroll policies and enhancing payroll accuracy.
- Managed overtime and compensatory time, ensuring accurate payroll-related financial tracking.
- Processed journal entries while supporting accounts payable and receivable functions, contributing to financial accuracy.
HR/Payroll Administrator (Contract)
Ajinomoto Foods North America
San Diego
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Processed payroll data for 900+ employees, ensuring accurate and timely compensation in a manufacturing environment.
- Updated HRIS records for wage changes, terminations, and benefits adjustments, maintaining current and compliant employee information.
- Supported compliance with internal payroll policies and labor regulations, mitigating risks associated with payroll discrepancies.
Human Resources Payroll Assistant
San Diego County Health & Human Services Agency
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Facilitated payroll reconciliation and salary calculations for public agency employees, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
- Addressed payroll inquiries and provided support for HR payroll operations, enhancing employee satisfaction.
- Audited tax documentation for compliance with federal and state regulations, reducing risk of penalties.
Payroll Lead
South Coast Welding Manufacturing
Chula Vista
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed payroll processing for 900 employees using ADP and Jonas systems.
- Administered garnishments, retroactive adjustments, overtime, and terminations to maintain compliance and employee satisfaction.
- Executed GL journal entries and payroll tax reporting to ensure accurate financial records.
- Reconciled payroll accounts and facilitated financial reporting processes to support timely and accurate accounting.
Payroll Technician I
San Diego State University Research Foundation
08.2012 - 03.2018
- Processed semi-monthly payroll for 2,500+ employees, ensuring timely and accurate compensation using Banner system.
- Managed direct deposit updates and redistributions, ensuring accuracy in special pay adjustments.
- Conducted compliance audits, ensuring adherence to regulations through meal period premium calculations.
- Generated W-2 forms and maintained federal payroll tax compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Multi-State Payroll Processing
- Payroll Compliance
- Payroll Tax Compliance
- Payroll Audits
- Garnishment Processing
- Wage & Hour Regulations
- Timekeeping Systems
- HRIS Management
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- Data Integrity
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Payroll Administrator
YMCA of San Diego County
10.2023 - Current
Administrative Secretary (Payroll & Finance Focus)
City of Coronado
11.2022 - 06.2023
HR/Payroll Administrator (Contract)
Ajinomoto Foods North America
03.2022 - 07.2022
Human Resources Payroll Assistant
San Diego County Health & Human Services Agency
10.2021 - 03.2022
Payroll Lead
South Coast Welding Manufacturing
03.2019 - 10.2020
Payroll Technician I
San Diego State University Research Foundation
08.2012 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix