Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Candice Cruz

Candice Cruz

Cortlandt Manor,NY

Summary

An experienced Payroll Administrator with a track record of ensuring compliance, meeting deadlines, and resolving payroll-related issues. Proficient in Paychex and ADP Workforce Now payroll processing, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel. Skilled in database maintenance, payroll auditing, statistical analysis, and tax law compliance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Payroll Administrator

Atlantic Sun Construction
Maspeth, NY
12.2016 - Current
  • Enhanced our tracking systems with ideas that simplified the company payroll process
  • Reduced errors in payroll calculations with meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification
  • Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations
  • Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies
  • Retained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information
  • Performed data entry tasks and preserved accurate records of employee payroll information
  • Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees
  • Assisted with recruitment and onboarding of new employees
  • Analyzed exempt and non-exempt time cards to ensure accurate capture of time worked.
  • Processed payroll information including salary, deductions, bonuses and vacation time for over 500 employees.

New York Real Estate Agent

O'Kane Realty
Maspeth, NY
09.2016 - Current
  • Advised clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, legal requirements and related matters
  • Developed networks with appraisers, lenders, and home inspectors to facilitate real estate transactions.
  • Negotiated purchase agreements and contracts with buyers and sellers.
  • Assisted in the preparation of documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds and leases.

Administrator Assistant Real Estate

O'Kane Realty
Maspeth, NY
09.2009 - 01.2016
  • Managed communications, financial processing, registration, record keeping, and other administrative functions
  • Created electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and record keeping
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Prepared documents such as reports, agendas, letters, memos and presentations using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
  • Created spreadsheets to track expenses associated with departmental budgeting.
  • Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.

Real Estate Administrative Office Manager

JC Deniro & Associates
New York, NY
10.2005 - 03.2009
  • Streamlined office operations by creating efficient filing systems and organizational strategies
  • Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence
  • Handled incoming calls, emails, and other correspondence from clients and vendors
  • Developed efficient systems for document control processes in accordance with company policies
  • Prepared agendas and took minutes during meetings.

  • Developed website content including text, images, videos and audio files.
  • Monitored website performance to ensure optimal user experience.

Education

Bachelors of Science in Business -

University of Phoenix

Associate in Science Computer Business Information Systems and Accounting Applications -

Plaza Business College

Skills

  • Paychex and ADP Workforce Now payroll processing
  • QuickBooks A/P, A/R and Reconciliation
  • I-9 Employment Verification
  • Tax Law Compliance
  • Wages and Garnishments Deduction
  • Microsoft Excel, Access, Word
  • Time Tracking and Review
  • Prevailing Wage Payroll Reporting and LL44
  • Resolving Payroll Problems
  • Google Email/Drive, Mondaycom
  • Workers Compliance Audits
  • Customer Service
  • Human Resources
  • Paid time off record keeping
  • Database Maintenance
  • Payroll Auditing
  • Statistical Analysis and Reporting
  • Wage Garnishments and benefits
  • Business and Wage Analysis
  • Financial Statement Preparation
  • Calculating Deductions
  • Data Review
  • Coordinating Retirement Benefits
  • Expense Reimbursements
  • Benefits Administration
  • Bilingual (Spanish and English)
  • Budget Management
  • Osha Compliances

Certification

  • Microsoft Excel Office Specialist
  • Licensed New York Real Estate Agent

Timeline

Payroll Administrator

Atlantic Sun Construction
12.2016 - Current

New York Real Estate Agent

O'Kane Realty
09.2016 - Current

Administrator Assistant Real Estate

O'Kane Realty
09.2009 - 01.2016

Real Estate Administrative Office Manager

JC Deniro & Associates
10.2005 - 03.2009

Bachelors of Science in Business -

University of Phoenix

Associate in Science Computer Business Information Systems and Accounting Applications -

Plaza Business College
Candice Cruz