Kim Smith
Aurora,CO
Summary
Professional payroll specialist with strong background in payroll processing, compliance, and financial reporting. Skilled in utilizing payroll software and managing employee data with precision. Focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and effective problem-solving within teams. Known for reliability and delivering consistent results in dynamic environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Specialist III
Liberty Energy
09.2019 - 12.2024
- Generated bi-weekly payroll for approximately 5000 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated 401k loans and deferral changes, enhancing employee satisfaction.
- Managed multi-state child support orders, garnishments, resolving complex issues.
- Prepared and entered month end journal entries, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Collaborated with HR on benefits and direct deposit, improving employee relations.
Accounts Payable Team Lead
Pursuit Collection
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Led a team of 3 staff accountants.
- Processed 100 new vendor applications weekly, ensuring timely and accurate approvals.
- Generated monthly invoice productivity reports for accounting team, improving financial transparency.
- Supported quarterly audits by compiling accounts payable data, ensuring regulatory adherence.
Payroll Administrator
Westin Denver International Airport Hotel
10.2015 - 04.2018
- Managed bi-weekly payroll for 500 staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated with Human Resources to maintain precise leave records, enhancing efficiency.
- Generated payroll reports, supporting financial transparency and planning.
- Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Colorado
DenverSkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experienced with SAP Software
- Oracle Database Management
- Kronos Time Management System Experience
- Familiar with UKG Pro Functionality
- Confidential Data Handling
- Flexible Problem Solving
- Analytical Problem-Solving Skills
- Strong Verbal and Written Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Effective Time Management
- Leadership Skills
Affiliations
- Accounting Payroll Association
- Society for Human Resource Management
Timeline
Payroll Specialist III
Liberty Energy
09.2019 - 12.2024
Accounts Payable Team Lead
Pursuit Collection
04.2018 - 09.2019
Payroll Administrator
Westin Denver International Airport Hotel
10.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Colorado
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