Cristopher Padilla
Illinois
Summary
Payroll Specialist with 4+ years of experience in payroll operations, compliance documentation, and financial recordkeeping. Skilled in wage and hour law compliance, multi-state tax regulations, union payroll, and vendor/HRIS systems. Strong background in data entry, reporting, and process improvement with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Currently pursuing certifications to expand payroll expertise (FPC/CPP).
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asset Protection Associate
Walmart
Bolingbrook, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Process and maintain payroll-related documentation, including compliance forms and reporting.
- Ensure accurate data entry and verification of timekeeping and scheduling records.
- Collaborate with management to resolve payroll discrepancies and maintain compliance with company policy.
- Review Bill of Lading and shipment records to ensure documentation accuracy, reducing processing errors.
Sortation Trainer
Walmart
Bolingbrook, IL
10.2021 - 08.2024
- Trained and supervised associates on payroll-related documentation, scanning accuracy, and compliance procedures.
- Verified time and attendance records for associates, ensuring alignment with wage and hour laws.
- Oversaw labor allocation and package flow, contributing to efficient workforce scheduling and payroll accuracy.
- Collaborated with leadership on reporting and compliance processes, improving accuracy and reducing delays.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
East-West University
06.2025
Skills
- Payroll Processing & Compliance
- Wage, Hour & Tax Laws (Multi-State/Geographical Taxation)
- Union Payroll / Health, Welfare & Pension Knowledge
- HRIS & Third-Party Vendor Systems
- Financial Reporting & Recordkeeping
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Data Entry & Query Tools
- Documentation & Compliance
- Organizational & Analytical Skills
Websites
Certification
- Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional, 2025
- Bookkeeping Basics, 2025
- Getting Started with ProfitBooks, 2025
- Payroll Certification (FPC/CPP), in progress
Timeline
Asset Protection Associate
Walmart
08.2024 - Current
Sortation Trainer
Walmart
10.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Business Administration -
East-West University