Accomplished Payroll Officer with a Business Degree and over 20 years of progressive experience in the field. Proven expertise in maximizing departmental efficiency by streamlining processes, reducing errors, and ensuring timely completion of payroll runs in fast-paced environments. Proficient in overseeing comprehensive payroll, documentation, and reporting functions. Demonstrated high-level technical skills and meticulous attention to detail, consistently leading to optimum outcomes. Seeking to leverage this extensive functional expertise in a new permanent role.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Payroll and Benefits Analysts
Episcopal Relief and Development (Fully Remote)
New York, NY
01.2025 - Current
https://www.episcopalrelief.org/
Payroll Specialist
01/2025 - 1/2026
Conducted thorough investigations into benefit-related issues, resolving discrepancies and providing prompt resolutions for employees.
Collaborated with HR team to design and administer annual benefits open enrollment events, leading to a smooth process for all employees.
Explained benefits to plan participants in easy-to-understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
Checked employees' benefits enrollment for accuracy and input all data.
Oversaw Payroll conversions and implementations from outsourced model to our own internal company code ADP WFN.
Executed migration from internal ADP system to ADP WFN comprehensive platform.
Transitioned US, Ghana, and Kenya payroll systems to Deel Global Payroll for streamlined operations.
Facilitated configuration of payroll, benefits, general ledger, department allocations, and timecard processes to ensure accurate record-keeping.
Analyzed and computed overtime, vacation, and sick hours to maintain integrity of payroll processing database.
Managed payroll deductions for tax liens and child support, maintaining accuracy and adherence to regulations.
Offer payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
Investigate payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
Adhere to federal and state guidelines and manage payroll and benefits for all employees.
Reconcile tax contributions and retirement accounts.
Maintain HRIS system tables, document processes, and results.
Responsible for journal entry processing, ensuring accurate and timely recording of payroll transactions in the company’s Accounting Software Black Baud.
Acted as a key point of contact to ensure alignment and effective information exchange between accounting and HR teams.
Developed, maintained, and supported diverse reports and queries using advanced reporting tools.
Designed and generated standard and custom reports to fulfill ongoing company requirements.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Corporate Payroll Specialist
Hand & Stone Franchise Corp (Hybrid/Onsite-2days)
Trevose, PA
02.2022 - 01.2025
https://www.handandstonefranchise.com/
Solely manage full cycle weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing across multiple states with multiple FEIN for 800+ employees, under 18 ADP-WFN company codes. This involves ensuring accurate and timely payroll, adhering to regulatory standards, and maintaining clear communication with employees.
Utilize Dayforce (Formerly Ceridian Powerpay) to oversee two additional Canada payrolls.
Maintain consistent knowledge of multi-state and local tax regulations.
Oversee Payroll conversions and implementations from ADP-RUN to ADP-WFN.
Spearheaded configuration of payroll benefits and general ledger department allocations to enhance record-keeping accuracy.
Perform calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
Process payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
Offer payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
Investigate payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
Adhere to federal and state guidelines and manage payroll and benefits for all employees.
Reconcile tax contributions and retirement accounts.
Responsible for journal entry processing, ensuring accurate and timely recording of payroll transactions in the company’s Accounting Software.
Maintain HRIS system tables, document processes, and results.
Serve as a liaison with other departments and provide overall project management for given HR initiatives.
Provided expert guidance to employees regarding benefits options, enhancing overall employee satisfaction and retention.
Streamlined enrollment processes, reducing administrative time while improving accuracy of records management.
Managed open enrollment periods effectively, maximizing participation rates through targeted outreach initiatives.
Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone, email, and in-person interactions.
Processed employee life event changes, ensuring timely updates to benefits and coverage for qualifying events such as marriage or the birth of a child.
Updated HRIS systems as needed to reflect benefit-related changes accurately, maintaining up-to-date records for all team members.
Developed, maintained, and supported diverse reports and queries using advanced reporting tools.
Designed and generated standard and custom reports to fulfill ongoing company requirements.
Payroll Specialist “Consultant” (Contract- 1mo)
The Agnes Irwin School (Fully Remote)
Rosemont, PA
09.2022 - 11.2022
https://www.agnesirwin.org/
Payroll Consulting: Utilize ADP-WFN to process weekly and monthly payroll for 2 company codes, ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations.
· New Hire Payroll/HR onboarding through HR Bamboo.
Perform calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
Process payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
Offer payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
Investigate payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
Adhere to federal and state guidelines and manage payroll and benefits for all employees.
Create, maintain, and support a variety of reports or queries utilizing appropriate reporting tools.
Director of Payroll and HRIS
Peirce College (Fully Remote)
Philadelphia, PA
06.2002 - 02.2022
https://www.peirce.edu/
Manager, Payroll & HR Employee Services
03/2017 - 10/2018
Payroll/Human Resources Generalist
06/2010 - 03/2017
Payroll/Human Resources Representative
07/2009 - 06/2010
Payroll/Human Resources Specialist
08/2007 - 06/2009
Payroll/Business Office Senior Coordinator
09/2006 - 08/2007
Payroll/Business Office Coordinator
08/2002- 09/2006
For over 19 years, I was the sole manager of HRIS and full cycle, semi-monthly, paid-to-date (current) payroll for a private, non-profit specialized institution of 500+ employees. This role required meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
Oversaw payroll conversions and implementations from ADP-WFN to Paychex.
Spearheaded configuration of payroll benefits and general ledger department allocations, performance management and timecards to enhance record-keeping accuracy.
Manage new hire Payroll processing
Analyzed and computed overtime, vacation, and sick hours to maintain integrity of payroll processing database.
Managed payroll deductions for tax liens and child support, maintaining accuracy and adherence to regulations.
Offer payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
Uploaded time records and made necessary adjustments to create an accurate database for efficient payroll processing functions.
Investigate payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
Adhere to federal and state guidelines and manage payroll and benefits for all employees.
Managed the day-to-day administration of Time Off and Leave of Absence. This includes administration of Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, FMLA, Paid Family and Medical Leave, Military, Paid Sick Leave, and Vacation programs. Ensured compliance with all state and federal laws.
Maintain HRIS system tables, document processes, and results.
Researched and resolved HRIS problems, examined unexpected results or process flaws, performed scheduled activities, and recommended solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements. This ensured the smooth operation of HR systems.
Reconciled health care benefits, tax contributions, and retirement accounts, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
Managed continuous enrollment processes as well as yearly enrollment periods, facilitating smooth employee benefits administration.
Conducted annual open enrollment sessions to ensure employees were well-informed about their options and plan changes.
Informed employees of any changes to the benefits structure, ensuring they are up-to-date with their entitlements.
Managed COBRA compliance, ensuring timely notifications and accurate administration for former employees.
Communicated with insurance brokers to resolve issues, ensuring the best possible coverage and service for employees.
Serve as a liaison with other departments and provide overall project management for given HR initiatives.
Responsible for journal entry prep, ensuring accurate and timely recording of payroll and benefit transactions balance btw the company’s Accounting Software and bank statements.
Developed, maintained, and supported diverse reports and queries using advanced reporting tools.
Designed and generated standard and custom reports to fulfill ongoing company requirements.
Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist
Penn-Friends Behavioral Health System
Fort Washington, PA
01.2001 - 02.2002
Accounting Assistant
01/2000 - 01/2001
As the Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist, I was the sole individual responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of the accounts payable. I also managed the processing of a bi-weekly payroll for a private, non-profit, behavioral health and employee assistance services organization. This role required meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
Streamlined invoice processing, reducing payment turnaround time with efficient data entry.
Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date, contributing to efficient record-keeping.
Managed bi-weekly payroll processing for a private, non-profit, behavioral health and employee assistance services organization, demonstrating expertise in handling complex payroll systems.
Perform calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
Uploaded time records and made necessary adjustments to create an accurate database for efficient payroll processing functions.
Process payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
Offer payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
Investigate payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
Adhere to federal and state guidelines and manage payroll and benefits for all employees.
Write, maintain, and support a variety of reports, or queries utilizing appropriate reporting tools
Develop standard and custom reports for ongoing company needs.
Residential Rental Property Owner and Manager
Philadelphia Housing Authority
Philadelphia, PA
02.2010 - 02.2018
http://www.pha.phila.gov/
Own, rent, manage, and oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and renovations of 5 residential rental properties.
Handle tenant inquires/requests promptly, and appropriately.
Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
Maintain taxes, insurances, rent collection, and payment processing for all 5 locations.
Performed completion of final move-out, walk-through inspections with tenants to identify required upkeep.
Residential Rental Property Owner and Manager
Self-employed
Philadelphia, PA
03.1996 - Current
Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and renovations of 5 residential rental properties.
Promptly and appropriately handle tenant inquiries and requests, ensuring high levels of tenant satisfaction.
Facilitate the leasing application process, background check/credit credit, for prospective tenants.
Administer financial responsibilities, including the maintenance of taxes, insurances, rent collection, and payment processing for all locations.
Perform thorough inspections during final move-out, identifying necessary upkeep to maintain property standards.
Prepare lease renewals and terminations, ensuring all documentation is accurate and completed in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration(Concentration: Accounting)
PEIRCE COLLEGE
Philadelphia, PA
2007
Skills
Cross-Sector Operational Expertise: Non-Profit, Higher Education, Franchise, and Behavioral Health
Multi-Platform Payroll/HRIS Expertise: ADP (WFN/Run), Dayforce, Paychex, BambooHR, and Deel (Global)
Multi Entity & Multi-State Payroll Processing
International Payroll Support
Implementation-System Integration & Data Auditing
Tax Filing & Year-End Processing
Payroll Auditing & Compliance Management
New Hire & Employee Enrollment Management
Leave Management (FMLA/ADA/STD/LTD)
Benefits & Retirement Administration (401k/403b, Roth, SECURE Act 20) and Canadian (RRSP) plans
Benefits & Payroll Vendor Management
Affiliations
Payroll Org (formerly APA), CUPA, Delta Mu Delta, Global Wellness, National Wellness Institute, PEBA, SHRM, World at Work
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Timeline
Payroll and Benefits Analysts
Episcopal Relief and Development (Fully Remote)
01.2025 - Current
Payroll Specialist “Consultant” (Contract- 1mo)
The Agnes Irwin School (Fully Remote)
09.2022 - 11.2022
Corporate Payroll Specialist
Hand & Stone Franchise Corp (Hybrid/Onsite-2days)
02.2022 - 01.2025
Residential Rental Property Owner and Manager
Philadelphia Housing Authority
02.2010 - 02.2018
Director of Payroll and HRIS
Peirce College (Fully Remote)
06.2002 - 02.2022
Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist
Penn-Friends Behavioral Health System
01.2001 - 02.2002
Residential Rental Property Owner and Manager
Self-employed
03.1996 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration(Concentration: Accounting)
PEIRCE COLLEGE
Certification
Payroll Certification, Deel 4/2026
Certified Payroll Specialist, ADP- 5/2009
Professional Human Resources Management, Villanova - 5/2008