DANA DODSON
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Professional payroll specialist with strong background in payroll processing, compliance, and financial reporting. Skilled in utilizing payroll software and managing employee data with precision. Focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and effective problem-solving within teams. Known for reliability and delivering consistent results in dynamic environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Specialist
Archdiocese of Saint Louis
07.2024 - Current
- 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.
Payroll Clerk
Missouri Central School Bus
01.2023 - 07.2024
- As an entry-level Payroll Clerk at Missouri Central School Bus, I was responsible for accurately inputting payroll data into the company's payroll system on a weekly basis
- My duties included collecting and verifying timesheets from employees, ensuring all hours worked were correctly recorded
- I maintained meticulous records of employee attendance and hours worked, facilitated the distribution of weekly and Bi-weekly paychecks, and ensured that payroll data was up-to-date and accurate
- Additionally, I assisted in resolving payroll discrepancies by communicating with employees and addressing their concerns
- My role required a high level of attention to detail, proficiency in data entry, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines to ensure timely payroll processing
Payroll Specialist III
City of St. Louis
01.2020 - 01.2023
- As a Payroll Specialist III, I maintained payroll systems and processed paychecks accurately and on schedule
- My responsibilities included consolidating timesheet information, entering data into payroll databases, calculating paycheck amounts, and distributing funds
- I handled payroll adjustments, processed new employees, promotions, and terminations, issued earnings statements, resolved payroll discrepancies, and maintained payroll records
- I also researched and resolved state and local tax issues, demonstrating a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Registration Specialist
Affinia Healthcare Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2020
- In my role as Registration Specialist, I handled patient inquiries and intake, maintained updated room availability and facility services information, and ensured all paperwork was properly filled out and entered into the system
- I maintained daily schedules, verified patient demographics and billing information, processed encounters daily, collected balances due, and directed patients to relevant areas
- Additionally, I provided administrative support for day-to-day operations, monitored budget expenditures, and coordinated clerical and secretarial services
Payroll Coordinator / HR Assistant
Durham School Bus Services
01.2013 - 01.2018
- As a Payroll Coordinator/HR Assistant, I processed timesheets and calculated payments owed to salaried and hourly employees
- I maintained correct balances and necessary funding in payroll and tax payment accounts, issued bi-weekly paychecks, and coordinated special programs with the human resources team
- I trained employees on the organization's timekeeping system, documented benefits administration, verified payroll and employee data, and kept records organized and efficient
Education
GED -
Harris Stowe State University
Saint Louis, Mo 04-1994
Skills
- Payroll processing
- New hire processing
- Time sheet review
- Payroll administration
- Meeting deadlines
- Payroll administration experience
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Payroll Specialist
Archdiocese of Saint Louis
07.2024 - Current
Payroll Clerk
Missouri Central School Bus
01.2023 - 07.2024
Payroll Specialist III
City of St. Louis
01.2020 - 01.2023
Registration Specialist
Affinia Healthcare Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2020
Payroll Coordinator / HR Assistant
Durham School Bus Services
01.2013 - 01.2018
GED -
Harris Stowe State University
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