Collins Annan (CPP, MBA)
Atlanta,GA
Summary
With over 6 years of experience in payroll management, I have a strong understanding of payroll compliance and tax regulations. My career started in Accounting and Finance, where I found a passion for payroll and its effect on employee satisfaction. I manage complex payroll systems and BI, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legislative changes. I focus on meeting deadlines and communicating with HR and finance teams. I work with state and Federal agencies to resolve payroll tax issues. I am committed to continuous improvement and often attend seminars on new payroll regulations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Payroll Specialist
Carter's Inc.
01.2025 - Current
- Streamlined payroll processes by implementing new software and automation tools, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintained excellent relationships with external vendors, fostering strong partnerships that enhanced overall service quality.
- Implemented process improvements aimed at reducing manual interventions required during each payroll cycle while increasing overall efficiency level.
- Improved accuracy in calculating tax liabilities by conducting regular reviews of current rates, exemptions thresholds; adjusting system settings accordingly when required.
- Acted as a subject matter expert within the organization on all matters related to payroll processing, providing guidance and support to colleagues across various departments as needed.
- Collaborated closely with HR department to align benefits administration activities with overall compensation strategy and objectives.
- Developed a strong understanding of internal controls related to payroll processing, implementing additional checks and balances as needed to minimize risk exposure.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll data, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes to ensure compliance with all applicable 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.
Payroll Specialist
Oldcastle APG
02.2021 - 01.2025
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication and resolved escalated Tier II issues
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues on garnishment, Tax levies and Income withholding orders
- 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.
- Trained Other Payroll Specialists on Payroll Processes
- Resolved Tax related issues from State and Federal Agencies and General Ledger posting issues
- Resolved Workday post Implementation issues and served as Subject Matter Expert with Workday and UKG Payroll
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1099s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping and accurate reporting.
Education
MBA - Finance
University of Ghana
Legon11-2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Professional Studies
Accra05-2016
Skills
- Timekeeping systems
- Payroll reconciliation
- Multi-state payroll
- Excel proficiency
- Payroll auditing
- Tax compliance
- Labor laws expertise
- Garnishments processing
Certification
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) - American Payroll Association. USA - 2024
- Behavioral Finance of Management - Yale University, CT, USA - 2020
Timeline
Lead Payroll Specialist
Carter's Inc.
01.2025 - Current
Payroll Specialist
Oldcastle APG
02.2021 - 01.2025
MBA - Finance
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Professional Studies
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