Deaira wilson-roberson
puyallup,WA
Summary
Detail oriented professional with strong interpersonal skills and a focus on customer service. Successfully managed payroll for a large workforce while ensuring accurate data reconciliation and compliance with regulations. While training and mentoring interns transition back into the work field.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Payroll Specialist
YWCA of Seattle
Seattle, WA
01.2009 - 05.2019
- Processed payroll for over 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Managed benefits administration, including health insurance enrollments and retirement plan contributions.
- Audited payroll data to identify discrepancies, implementing corrective measures to enhance accuracy.
- Collaborated with HR to streamline onboarding processes related to payroll documentation and employee records.
- Trained junior staff on payroll systems and best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in year-end reporting, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation of payroll accounts for audits.
- 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.
- Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
- Managed garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
Assistant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Kent, WA
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Facilitated engaging learning activities to promote student development and enthusiasm for education.
- Supported lead teachers in classroom management and curriculum implementation, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate student progress and address developmental needs effectively.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing environment conducive to children's growth and exploration.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Renton Technical College
Renton, WASkills
- Payroll processing
- New hire processing
- Time sheet review
- Payroll administration
- Payroll administration experience
- Payroll auditing
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Proficient in [software]
- Employee file maintenance
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Data reconciliation
- Record keeping
- Journal entry preparation
- Ten-key operator
- Data imports
- Check writing
- Clerical support
- Applicant screening
- Administrative support
- New hire orientation
Certification
- CPR/AED Training - 2025
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Payroll Specialist
YWCA of Seattle
01.2009 - 05.2019
Assistant Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2007 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Renton Technical College