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Janet Milak

Lemont, IL,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist with proven experience in multi-state payroll processing and compliance management. Strong skills in data analysis and problem-solving contribute to accurate payroll administration and employee relations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Intersport LLC.
Chicago, Illinois
07.2022 - Current
  • Processed payroll for multiple departments using advanced payroll software.
  • Ensured compliance with federal and state payroll regulations and policies.
  • Reviewed and verified employee timecards for accuracy and completeness.
  • Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and discrepancies.
  • Maintained payroll records and documentation in a secure database system.
  • Collaborated with HR to manage benefits enrollment and deductions effectively.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines consistently.
  • Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
  • Performed manual calculations for retroactive pay adjustments or special payments as required.
  • Created and maintained employee records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and tax withholding forms.
  • Researched and resolved employee payroll questions and issues via email, phone and in person.
  • Supported payrolls, driving timely and accurate payment of employee wages.
  • Collaborated with employees and supervisors to immediately resolve discrepancies in timesheets.
  • Solved complex problems related to payroll processing quickly and efficiently.
  • Provided timely customer service support to employees regarding questions about their paychecks or other payroll issues.
  • Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
  • Extracted information from payroll system and generated reports for various departments and vendors.
  • Assisted with auditing processes related to payroll.
  • Researched discrepancies in payroll data and provided corrective action when needed.
  • Reconciled monthly benefit statements from vendors to ensure accuracy of information in the payroll system.
  • Calculated and processed end-of-year bonuses and adjustments with XX% accuracy.
  • Managed timekeeping system and resolved any timecard discrepancies.
  • Issued employees' paychecks and statements of earnings and deductions electronically.
  • Updated payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and job title and department and division transfers.
  • Developed and maintained detailed payroll documentation and procedures guides.
  • Handled the setup and validation of direct deposit instructions for employees.
  • Coordinated with HR to ensure accurate employee data for payroll processing.
  • Processed garnishments, child supports, and levies in accordance with federal and state laws.
  • Processed and monitored sick pay, vacation pay, and other leave entitlements accurately.
  • Prepared and submitted payroll reports for review by senior management.
  • Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and timekeeping.
  • Recorded adjustments to previous pay-related errors.
  • Accurately processed data, validation and transmission for weekly, semi-monthly and sales payrolls.
  • Provided pay-related information to employees and managers on benefit plans, tax issues and collective bargaining provisions.
  • Verified past employment of candidate hires.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hinsdale Central High School
Hinsdale, Il
06-1986

Skills

  • Payroll administration
  • Compliance management
  • Advanced Excel
  • Benefits administration
  • Timekeeping systems
  • Data analysis
  • Employee onboarding
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Multi-state payroll
  • Payroll auditing
  • Employee relations
  • Direct deposit setup
  • Year-end processing
  • Health insurance management
  • Payroll processing
  • Documentation and reporting
  • New employee enrollment
  • Open enrollment
  • FMLA comprehension
  • Benefits explanation
  • New employee orientations
  • Onboarding assistance
  • Healthcare benefits

Timeline

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Intersport LLC.
07.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Hinsdale Central High School

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