JAYLA BERGER
Nutley,NJ
Summary
With 8 years of experience in payroll processing, I’ve mastered the use of various systems, including ADP, Vista VP, QuickBooks, Paychex, SAP SuccessFactors, and Kronos. I thrive in fast-paced environments where multitasking and attention to detail are essential, and I’m known for fostering strong, collaborative relationships with both employees and vendors.My expertise extends beyond payroll to include HR functions such as 401(k) administration, union contract management, benefits administration, onboarding, compliance, and auditing. I’m passionate about leveraging my experience and skills to add significant value to any team I join.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Supervisor
TILCON NY, INC
Parsippany, NJ
09.2019 - Current
- Process weekly and semi-monthly payroll for over 1500 employees including union, non-union and executive employees
- Process union benefits for 20 union locals and reconcile for finance department
- Monitor changes in state and federal tax laws to ensure compliance with government regulations
- Generate detailed reports summarizing earnings statements or vacation accruals for management review
- Responsible for the successful completion of all payroll Tax, Garnishment, Cash and GL posting files subsequent work as needed
- Prepare and reconcile monthly journal entries to book payroll and payroll related accounts and expenses directly into the general ledger for union and non-union employees
- Prepare reports related to wages, taxes, garnishments, 401K contributions and benefits packages
- Ensure policies, procedures and practices are documented and maintained to be compliant with key controls under SOX
- Work with external auditors during annual financial reviews to provide information related to payroll accounts
- Process new hires, terminations, salary changes, deductions, garnishments, direct deposits, and other employee information within payroll system
- Train new staff members on best practices for managing payroll functions.
Payroll Specialist
MIDAS CHAIN, INC
Northvale, NJ
11.2017 - 09.2019
- Lead day-to-day activities of ERP Advisory engagements, including process design, package implementation lifecycle support, and project reviews of ADP
- Prepared quarterly reports for government agencies such as 941s, W-2s, 1099s
- Responded promptly to inquiries from employees regarding their paychecks or deductions
- Collaborated with employees and supervisors to immediately resolve discrepancies in timesheets
- Prepared reports by compiling summaries of nontaxable wages, disability, leave, deductions, taxes and earnings
- Processed and monitored sick pay, vacation pay, and other leave entitlements accurately
- Managed payroll processing for over 100 employees, ensuring accurate calculation of wages, bonuses, and deductions.
Accounting Clerk
KZY LOGISTICS, LLC
Fairfield, NJ
05.2014 - 11.2017
- Analyzed and maintain adequate system of accounting records and controls designed to mitigate risk
- Supervised and conducted accounting functions including payroll, AP/AR, tax filings, and reporting
- Liaised with customers, addressed inquiries, handled meeting requests and answer billing questions to provide outstanding customer care
- Reconciled bank accounts, petty cash, disbursements, and invoicing, in addition to preparing bank deposits
- Provided reliable and timely project expense, capitalization, amortization and spend data for all departments.
Education
Certified Payroll Professional -
Baruch College of The City University of New York
New York, NY01.2018
Bachelor of Arts: Public Relations And Accounting -
Marmara University
Istanbul06.2012
Skills
- Vista VP
- SAP Success Factors
- Paychex Flex
- ADP
- Workday
- PeachTree
- Power BI
- Microsoft Office 360
- Vlookup
Timeline
Payroll Supervisor
TILCON NY, INC
09.2019 - Current
Payroll Specialist
MIDAS CHAIN, INC
11.2017 - 09.2019
Accounting Clerk
KZY LOGISTICS, LLC
05.2014 - 11.2017
Certified Payroll Professional -
Baruch College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts: Public Relations And Accounting -
Marmara University
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