Cathy Feldt
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Dynamic International Payroll Specialist with a proven track record at Bechtel Corporations, excelling in payroll processing and employee relations. Recognized for reducing payroll errors through meticulous audits and enhancing communication, fostering trust within the workforce. Adept at maintaining confidentiality while ensuring compliance with regulations, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Overview
2016
2016
years of professional experience
Work History
International Payroll Specialist
Bechtel Corporations
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for Number employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information while addressing payroll concerns or disputes.
- Collaborated with human resources to maintain up-to-date employee information for precise payroll calculations.
- Collaborated with human resources, adcounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping and accurate reporting.
- Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
- Identified and corrected payroll discrepancies, ensuring employees were paid accurately and fostering trust within workforce.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvement and implemented changes to enhance overall efficiency within the payroll function.
- Streamlined communication with employees regarding payroll changes, using variety of channels to ensure widespread understanding and compliance.
- Improved employee satisfaction with timely and accurate payroll processing, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Oversaw accurate processing of special payroll situations, such as bonuses, terminations, and leaves of absence, maintaining strict adherence to policies.
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
- Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
- Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
- Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
- Coordinated resolution of payroll discrepancies.
Accounting Clerk
American Express
- Maintained organized filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access to crucial financial information when needed.
- Maintained accounting records utilizing in-house and client systems.
- Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
- Facilitated timely month-end closing activities by completing accurate journal entries and account adjustments.
- Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.
- Assisted in payroll processing tasks such as timesheet validation, overtime calculation, benefits administration, and tax deductions.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries related to invoices, payments, or account balances.
- Identified and resolved internal accounting variances, promoting data accuracy.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
Account Payable and Recivables
Paradise Education Center
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Data Records Technician
Dysart High School
El Mirage, AZ
07.2006 - 07.2015
- Scanned paper documents into computer and assigned identification numbers to simplify tracking process.
- Engaged in daily communications with internal partners and identified document-related issues that required interdepartmental cooperation.
- Received and categorized incoming student Records and maintained State educational critical information requests to begin document processing sequence.
- Contacted document requestors and obtained additional information required to process document requests.`
- Maintained state of Arizona educational department document tracking database to follow documents' migration through processing sequence.
- Adhered to established procedures for handling sensitive and classified documents to retain chain of custody integrity.
Education
HS -
Goose Creek HIgh School
Goose Creek, SC05.1974
Skills
- Payroll processing
- New hire processing
- Time sheet review
- Payroll administration
- Meeting deadlines
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Exceptionally organized
- Employee relations
- Policy adherence
- Excellent writing skills
- Diplomatic
- Ten-key operator
- Persuasive communicator
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Paperwork processing
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- E-mail and telephone communication
- Maintaining files
- Dependable and adaptable
- Clerical support
Timeline
Data Records Technician
Dysart High School
07.2006 - 07.2015
International Payroll Specialist
Bechtel Corporations
Accounting Clerk
American Express
Account Payable and Recivables
Paradise Education Center
HS -
Goose Creek HIgh School