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Davis Kiana

Springfield,MA

Summary

Highly communicative Payroll Specialist promoting more than 3 years of expertise in auditing payroll data and processing garnishments. As well as 2 years in banking and 6 years of extraordinary customer service. An action-oriented professional with skills in ADP processing and Kronos, Excel, Workday and peoples software. Offering talents in cultivating lasting relationships, resolving issues quickly and identifying mistakes on time sheets. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure senior or managerial or any level of positions that provide growth. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Payroll Specialist

Baystate Health
01.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient data entry and organization techniques, resulting in reduced processing time.
  • Improved payroll accuracy by conducting thorough audits, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues promptly.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction with timely and accurate payroll disbursements through meticulous record-keeping and attention to detail.
  • Managed complex payroll situations involving multiple jurisdictions, tax codes, and benefit structures for a diverse workforce. Processing bonuses, compensation check and emergency off cycle checks. Managed audit report for payroll processing week
  • Management of discharges of employees as well as payment plans for employees. Enforcing of company policies with managers, employees and well as monitoring of schedule.
  • Collaborated with HR team members to establish clear communication channels regarding employee compensation changes, benefit changes and assisted with absenses ( personal, sick and holiday pay) and workers compensation updates.
  • Daily systems used for successful payroll processing are Workday, Kronos, Excal and People soft

Payroll Specialist

CheckWriters Payroll
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Streamlined payroll processing by implementing an automated timekeeping system.
  • Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping and accurate reporting.
  • Collaborated with human resources to maintain up-to-date employee information for precise payroll calculations.
  • Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1099s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
  • Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
  • Managed garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information while addressing payroll concerns or disputes.

Investor Services Representative

MassMutual
11.2019 - 04.2022
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing and resolving investor inquiries in a timely manner. Researched and managed employee accounts daily
  • Streamlined internal processes for increased efficiency in handling customer requests and transactions. Also managed timely turn around for customer researched email as well as using systems such as FBSI, Word Excel, Webstation, and skype.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop strategies for delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained detailed records of client interactions and transactions, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality. Assisted clients with account transfers, monthly account deductions and well as account closeouts.


Cash Accounting Specialist

Westfield Hospital
01.2016 - 11.2019
  • Improved cash flow management by accurately tracking and reconciling daily transactions.
  • Enhanced financial reporting quality through diligent review and analysis of account balances.
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes, resulting in reduced processing times and increased efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement cash accounting best practices organization wide.
  • Processed bill payments, transferring all data to excel. Handling of payment plans, collection reporting and invoices
  • physical depositing of checks to hospital bank account
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Elms College
Chicopee, MA
05.2018

Skills

  • Performance Management
  • Time and Attendance Systems
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Payroll Processing
  • Employee Relations
  • Financial Reporting
  • Benefits Administration
  • New Hire Processing
  • Check Writing

Timeline

HR Payroll Specialist

Baystate Health
01.2023 - Current

Payroll Specialist

CheckWriters Payroll
01.2022 - 12.2023

Investor Services Representative

MassMutual
11.2019 - 04.2022

Cash Accounting Specialist

Westfield Hospital
01.2016 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Elms College
Davis Kiana