Detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with expertise in payroll processing and compliance. Managed payroll operations to ensure accurate and timely disbursements while maintaining thorough records. Proficient in payroll software and regulatory compliance, applying strong analytical skills to enhance payroll efficiency.
Implemented a standardized payroll review process resulting in a 10% decrease in payroll errors.
Increased on-time payroll submissions to 100% by proactively communicating with the department managers.
Specialized in setting up severance, garnishments, and 401(k) Loans.
Responded to all payroll inquiries and complaints within 24 hours, resulting in a consistent 99% satisfaction rating.
Reduced pay discrepancies through analysis of specialized ADP reports, enhancing payroll accuracy.
Processed payroll records, ensuring accurate wages, deductions, and approvals across complex employee groups.
Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
Reconciled timekeeping data with payroll registers to resolve discrepancies before final submission.
Supervisor Cash Control
4 Years 5 Months
Safeway Insurance Company | 2018.01 - 2022.06
Monitor testing processes, test development and user acceptance testing.
Updated team leadership on quality metrics, highlighting consistency problems and production deficiencies.
Collaborated with development team to review technical specifications and create testing programs for credit card payments, ensuring alignment with project goals.
Created and implemented customer complaint log, control plans, inspection instructions, local procedures, and visual aids to enhance operational efficiency.
Acted as information systems liaison with vendors, information services, and end-users to recommend system optimizations.
Senior/Lead Cash Application Analyst
2 Years 3 Months
Safeway Insurance Company | 2015.10 - 2018.01
Recruited, interviewed, hired, and trained seven Senior Cash Control Coordinators; implemented mentoring program to enhance engagement and feedback.
Reconciled data in direct collection system with accounting system to address discrepancies.
Led performance management for $1 million in monthly claim payments.
Collaborated with claims department and anti-fraud organizations to resolve complex claims and mitigate potential losses.
Recruited, interviewed, hired, and trained seven Senior Cash Control Coordinators and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Communicated with Underwriters, Agents, Marketing, and IT departments daily.
Reconciliation Account Specialist
2 Years 4 Months
Capital One, N.A | 2013.01 - 2015.05
Reconciled accounts, managed audits, and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Resolved account payments with a 98% to 100% payment rate monthly.
Led complex problem-solving initiatives to ensure timely project completion within budget constraints.
Applied monthly receivables of $700K for applied cash totals for third quarter.
Oversaw nine commercial merchants, each with a $200K credit limit.
Contacted clients with past due accounts to formulate payment plans and discuss restructuring options.
Managed nine large commercial merchants with $200K credit limits.
Negotiated with clients on past due accounts to create payment plans and discuss restructuring options, improving recovery rates.
Processed monthly billing statements, financial reports, fund check requests, and chargebacks.
Payroll Coordinator
6 Years 5 Months
HSBC Bank USA | 2006.07 - 2012.12
Maintained employee information and made updates and corrections.
Reconciled payroll records, resolving discrepancies and maintaining data integrity across systems.
Work cooperatively with Human Resources and accounting to provide quality seamless customer service on all payroll related issues.
Tracked benefit deductions to maintain compliance with company policies. and administration of the deductions.
Coordinated payroll adjustments, including deductions, garnishments, and retroactive pay changes.
Completed bi-weekly payroll for 980 employees.
Reduced payroll errors by diligently auditing employee timecards and promptly addressing discrepancies.
Monitoring benefit deductions and administration of the deductions.