Brittany Snyder
Lake In The Hills,IL
Summary
Seasoned Payroll Manager with background in overseeing payroll operations for businesses of various sizes. Possess comprehensive knowledge of payroll processing, tax procedures, and regulatory compliance. Skillset includes effective management and development of payroll teams, implementation of process improvements, and accurate reporting. Have consistently ensured timely and accurate salary disbursements while enhancing efficiency in previous roles.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Manager
Geo Services Inc
Arlington Heights, Illinois
11.2020 - Current
- Research, compile, and prepare reports, manuals, correspondence, or other information required by management or governmental agencies.
- Maintain records pertaining to inventory, personnel, orders, and supplies.
- Analyze financial activities of establishments or departments and provide input into budget planning and preparation processes.
- Review records or reports pertaining to activities such as production, payroll, or shipping to verify details, monitor work activities, or evaluate performance.
- Compute figures such as balances, totals, or commissions.
- File taxes for the company.
- Enter job codes to track employee times and pay rate.
- Certified payrolls for union companies.
- Enter payroll for both union and non union employees from start to finish.
- Keep records of payments in organized files.
- Reconciliation of company credit card.
- Create and upload invoices.
- Expert at quickbooks payroll system as well as taxes( weekly, biweekly, quarterly, and annually) and new hire information for union and non union employees.
- Collaborated with HR to ensure proper employee classification and benefits administration.
- Maintained detailed records of employee compensation and deductions securely.
- Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
- Managed the processing of new hires and terminations in the payroll system.
- Managed payroll for temporary, hourly, and salaried employees.
- Verified accuracy of employee hours worked, pay rate changes, deductions, bonuses, and other payroll data.
- Maintained detailed records of all wage calculations and deductions.
- Calculated overtime, vacation sick hours, and other categories of time.
- Reconciled monthly payroll accounts to ensure accurate payments to employees.
- Performed quality checks on final payrolls prior to their transmission or distribution.
- Coordinated child support deductions and distributed wage assignments.
- Implemented payroll reconciliation tools to improve report accuracy.
- Worked with HR staff to accurately track and update paid time off.
- Assisted with audits by preparing accounts and providing information.
- Reviewed timesheets for accuracy before submitting them to accounting department.
- Updated and reconciled retirement, tax, and health care accounts.
- Administered employee benefits programs in coordination with payroll processing, including 401(k), health insurance, and PTO accruals.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary payroll records and explanations.
- Resolved complex payroll issues, serving as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns.
- Managed year-end processing tasks, including tax document preparation and distribution to employees.
- Led the transition to new payroll software, including system selection, data migration, and training for payroll staff.
- Updated and maintained employee payroll records, ensuring confidentiality and data security.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Managed payroll processing for diverse employee groups at Geo Services Inc.
- Implemented systems improvements utilizing various software applications such as QuickBooks Online.
- Utilized various software programs such as Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks to enter, track, update and report financial data.
Assistant manager
Maurices
Algonquin, Illinois
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted in managing daily store operations and staff scheduling.
- Trained new employees on company policies and customer service standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain visual merchandising standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and facilitated restocking processes.
Server
Coopers Hawk Winery Restaurant
Barrington, Illinois
08.2011 - 11.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed food and drink orders accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Assisted in training new servers on restaurant procedures and menu knowledge.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, enhancing overall satisfaction levels.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
University of Natural Health
05.2018
High-school Diploma - General Studies
American Homeschool
01.2007
Skills
- Management
- Customer service
- Time management
- Leadership
- Customer satisfaction
- Customer experience
- Organization
- Self motivated
Timeline
Assistant manager
Maurices
04.2022 - 11.2022
Payroll Manager
Geo Services Inc
11.2020 - Current
Server
Coopers Hawk Winery Restaurant
08.2011 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
University of Natural Health
High-school Diploma - General Studies
American Homeschool