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Elizabeth McDowell
Purlear,NC
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Summary
Capable Payroll Specialist with experience handling all aspects of payroll processing, including employee paychecks and direct deposits, taxes, deductions and garnishments. Brings comprehensive understanding of applicable laws and regulations related to payroll and employee benefits. Excellent communicator answering employee inquiries and resolving any payroll-related issues.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Paymaster
Intelerad Medical Systems
Raleigh, NC
05.2021 - 04.2026
- Managed US and International payroll processing for over 500 employees across multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements.
- Collaborated with HR to streamline onboarding processes for new hires regarding payroll setup.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations, conducting regular audits of payroll practices.
- Trained junior staff on payroll procedures and software usage, promoting best practices within the team.
- Analyzed payroll data to identify discrepancies and recommend process improvements for accuracy.
- Collaborated with human resources personnel to maintain current knowledge of employment laws, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll records to ensure accuracy, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
- Maintained employee trust and confidentiality by safeguarding sensitive payroll information and adhering to privacy regulations.
- Reduced payroll discrepancies by implementing thorough verification procedures and cross-checking processes.
- Strengthened interdepartmental relationships by collaborating with HR, accounting, and IT teams on cross-functional projects involving payroll systems.
- Facilitated smooth transition during mergers or acquisitions by working closely with key stakeholders involved in integrating new employees into existing payroll systems.
- Improved overall department efficiency by providing comprehensive training for new payroll staff members.
- Enhanced the accuracy of federal, state, local tax filings with careful review and verification processes prior to submission deadlines.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of annual salary adjustments, promotions, and bonuses while maintaining strict adherence to company policies.
- Kept up-to-date on best practices within the industry through ongoing professional development opportunities including workshops, seminars, and networking events.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
- Prepared and submitted payroll taxes and reports to regulatory agencies.
- Implemented automated payroll systems, improving efficiency and reducing processing time by 30%.
Payroll Administrator
Wells Global
Raleigh, NC
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Processed payroll for approximately 100 union employees, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement.
- Verified payroll data for compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using ADP and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
- Managed Union pay and contribution rates, based on current CBA to ensure accurate reporting to various local unions.
- Prepared monthly union reports for processing; submitted for payment; distributed payments appropriately.
Education
American Institute of Commerce
Dallas, TX08-1994
Skills
- Payroll software expertise (ADP, Ceridian, Paylocity)
- Timekeeping systems (ADP)
- International payroll (UK, Australia, Canada)
- Union payroll reporting
- Employee benefits administration
- Payroll tax filing
- Audit preparation
- Payment processing
- Payroll administration
- Direct deposit setup
- Garnishment processing
- Labor law compliance
- Year-end tax reporting
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 2-3 staff members.
- Documented and resolved tax issues which led to significant savings in penalties/interest to company.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop and maintain payroll expense tracking.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paymaster
Intelerad Medical Systems
05.2021 - 04.2026
Payroll Administrator
Wells Global
05.2019 - 05.2021
American Institute of Commerce