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Carla Andalon

Lemon Grove,CA

Summary

Dedicated to keeping payroll operations compliant with regulations. Proficient in processing garnishments, calculating leave and applying deductions. Excellent problem-solving, report writing and recordkeeping abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Manager

Mossy Auto Group
03.2023 - Current
  • Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.
  • Processed retroactive pay adjustments and other special payments to make up for compensation shortfall in previous pay period.
  • Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
  • Reviewed time records for 226 employees to ensure accuracy, while supporting team members by answering payroll questions and providing guidance throughout payroll processing.
  • Generated paper checks for employees.
  • Processed new hire onboarding files and employee termination documentation accurately and timely.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Managed a team of payroll specialists, providing training and guidance to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
  • Addressed employee inquiries regarding pay issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between management and staff members.
  • Managed year-end payroll activities, ensuring timely and accurate W-2 distribution.
  • Prepare and reconcile monthly workers’ compensation reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Maintain and audit employee pay plans to ensure they are current and properly applied.
  • Prepare and review end-of-month payroll and financial reports.
  • Process full-cycle payroll for two dealership locations in addition to managerial responsibilities.
  • Ensure team members consistently follow standardized payroll and reporting procedures.
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve payroll discrepancies and process issues efficiently.
  • Created Excel spreadsheets to track and organize payroll and employee data.

Payroll Administer

Mossy Nissan Business Office
05.2019 - 03.2023

Processing of payroll transactions for new hires, transfers, and terminations. Audit time-sheets and time-cards. Input insurance deductions, retirement benefits, garnishments, tracked Paid Time Off (sick, vacation and personal time, etc.) and sorted checks for distribution.Communicated with various departments to process pay information and handle questions from supervisors and employees regarding paychecks, time-cards and other payroll related issues. Conducted research as necessary to solve problems and answer questions. Prepared information and resolved all issues to process payroll accurately through the transition.

Lead of Accounts Payable/Receivables Department

Mossy Nissan
04.2015 - 05.2019
Liason between staff and business managers, handle daily A/P and A/R processes; manage daily work flow, supervise A/P-A/R clerks; train current and new staff in business office processes and Excede; manage vendor/supplier relations; oversee the timely, accurate processing of invoices, purchase orders, expense reports, credit memos, payment transactions and audit schedules. Key Results 
  • Able to motivate and coach team members to create a positive team. 
  • Learned to work well with high volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong inter-personal skills.

Office Leader

Westcott Mazda
01.2013 - 04.2015

All responsibilities for coordinating all office functions that included contracts, warranties, payroll, accounts payable, deposits (Parts and Service Department and also Sales Department), answering high-volumed calls and interacting with clients. And supervising a team of three administrative professionals.

Office Leader, 2013 to 2015

Contracts Clerk, November 2013 to 2015

Cashier/Receptionist, April 2013 to 2015

File Clerk, January 2013 to April 2013

Key Results:

  • Was able to multi-task
  • Work under pressure
  • Good customer service

Caregiver

Hawkins Family Home
08.2011 - 01.2013

Assisted residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming.

 

Key Results

  • learned to have patiences
  • grew passion in helping others
  • learned to be calmly and effectively in emergency situations, and added the personal, caring touch that immediately put patients at ease.

Education

High School Diploma - General Education

Bonita Vista High School
Chula Vista
2010

Skills

  • Time management
  • Bilingual (Spanish & English)
  • Dedicated team player
  • Calm under pressure
  • Staff development & training
  • Quick Learner
  • Patient
  • Adaptable

Accomplishments

    Promoted to Lead of the accounts payable/receivables department.

Timeline

Payroll Manager

Mossy Auto Group
03.2023 - Current

Payroll Administer

Mossy Nissan Business Office
05.2019 - 03.2023

Lead of Accounts Payable/Receivables Department

Mossy Nissan
04.2015 - 05.2019

Office Leader

Westcott Mazda
01.2013 - 04.2015

Caregiver

Hawkins Family Home
08.2011 - 01.2013

High School Diploma - General Education

Bonita Vista High School