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working on smalll engines
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Gregory Thorndyke

Payroll Specialist
Bloomington,Illinois

Summary

Seasoned Payroll Specialist bringing 20+ years' experience in accounting and operations management. Proven history of achievement and innovation coupled with outstanding work ethic, commitment and loyalty. Strong track record of effective leadership, collaborative teamwork and articulate communication. Highly adept with key strengths in payroll administration functions, including discrepancy research, regulatory guidelines adherence, complex processing procedures and program management.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Specialist

J.E.V.
04.2017 - 05.2024
  • Implemented direct deposit options for employees, increasing convenience and improving overall satisfaction levels.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with human resources to maintain up-to-date employee information for precise payroll calculations.
  • Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.

Payroll Administrator

Growmark
12.2011 - 12.2015
  • Reduced errors in payroll calculations with meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in labor laws affecting payroll administration to ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing employee inquiries about their paychecks promptly and accurately.
  • Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.

Payroll Coordinator

Verizon
09.1998 - 11.2011
  • Safeguarded company funds by conducting thorough audits of payroll registers before submission for final approval.
  • Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements within the payroll department.
  • Partnered with external auditors during periodic reviews, providing necessary documentation to ensure clean audit results related to payroll transactions.
  • Managed year-end processes including W-2 distribution, ensuring timely delivery to employees and compliance with IRS guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Accounting

Heartland Community College
Normal, IL
05.2001 -

Skills

Data imports

working on smalll engines

I enjoy taking apart lawnmowers to figure out why they don't work and fixing to allow them to work properly.

Timeline

Payroll Specialist

J.E.V.
04.2017 - 05.2024

Payroll Administrator

Growmark
12.2011 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Illinois State University
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Accounting

Heartland Community College
05.2001 -

Payroll Coordinator

Verizon
09.1998 - 11.2011

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