Kathleen Erfurt
Castro Valley,CA
Summary
Accomplished professional with strong understanding of payroll procedures, tax regulations and benefits administration. Proficient in using multiple payroll software programs with knack for quickly learning new systems. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient at work.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant Project Manager
Solar Energy Partners
04.2022 - Current
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Maintained consistently open lines of communication between stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment that facilitated swift decision-making processes.
- Working as a key member of a team improving internal controls in payroll administration and reporting, establishing and enhancing policies and procedures to support accurate and timely payroll completion
- Making use of outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to answering staff queries on payments and acting as an escalation point for complex enquiries and complaints
- Fundamentally responsible for collating, calculating and entering data, analyzing and resolving payroll queries and discrepancies
- Playing a pivotal role researching and adhering to new federal, state, and local taxes, skillfully testing all tax upgrades
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Regional Project Manager
Semper Solaris Construction, LLC
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Typically serving as a Project Manager, swiftly assumed the role of interim Regional Operations Manager due to insufficient training among existing staff and multiple leadership turnovers.
- Processed bi-weekly and monthly payroll for 50+ employees using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations
- Conducted thorough audits of payroll records to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly, resulting in improved accuracy and efficiency.
- Critically reviewed and assisted in the analysis and project work related to payroll, carefully handled all aspects of payroll processing, including calculation of taxes, benefits, deductions and new hires
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Evaluated vendor proposals, negotiating contracts that maximized value while minimizing costs for the organization.
- Maintained meticulous documentation throughout projects'' lifecycle, ensuring accurate record-keeping and ease of future reference when needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Project Lead
PetersenDean Roofing And Solar
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Received a promotion to reach Senior Project Team Lead, diligently completed all aspects of projects including cross-functional teams for successful completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Managed timekeeping system and reconciled employee timecards to ensure accurate calculation of hours worked
- Took an active role in department training, on-boarded new employees
- Defined project scope, budget goals and deliverables that supported company objectives in collaboration with contract management, account payable and stakeholders.
Payroll Specialist & Staffing Coordinator
Kaiser Permanente
02.2010 - 08.2014
- Processed bi-weekly and monthly payroll for 500+ union employees using TIME system, including calculating overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
- Managed timekeeping system and reconciled employee timecards to ensure accurate calculation of hourly wages worked and compliance with union guidelines.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information, including garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing to meet union, employees, and company's expectations
- Facilitated smooth process for new hire and termination documents for payroll.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arroyo High School
San Lorenzo, CASkills
- Payroll Administration
- Microsoft Office
- ADP Workforce Now
- Timecard Management
- Organizational Skills
- Employee and Client Relations
- Analytical Skills
- Discrepancy Reconciliation
- Math Skills
- Accounts Receivable
- Attention to Detail
- Schedule Management
- Quickbooks
Timeline
Consultant Project Manager
Solar Energy Partners
04.2022 - Current
Regional Project Manager
Semper Solaris Construction, LLC
01.2019 - 06.2021
Project Lead
PetersenDean Roofing And Solar
06.2017 - 09.2019
Payroll Specialist & Staffing Coordinator
Kaiser Permanente
02.2010 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Arroyo High School
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