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Kimberley Childress

Chicago,IL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Payroll Manager

Mather
Evanston, IL
12.2005 - 03.2025
  • Managed payroll processing for over 500 employees across multiple facilities bi-weekly.
  • Implemented payroll software solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Ensured compliance with federal and state payroll regulations and policies.
  • Reviewed payroll reports for discrepancies, initiating corrective actions when necessary.
  • Maintained consistent documentation of payroll processes and procedures.
  • Verified employee hours, pay rate changes, deductions, and bonuses for accuracy.
  • Coordinated child support deductions and distributed wage assignments effectively.
  • Advised management on payroll operations best practices and compliance standards.

Payroll Manager

Bismark
Chicago, IL
08.1999 - 03.2003
  • Oversaw compliance with federal and state payroll regulations and policies.
  • Implemented payroll software solutions to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
  • Coordinated with HR for timely updates on employee records and changes.
  • Trained team members on payroll systems and best practices to maximize efficiency.
  • Reviewed payroll reports, identified discrepancies, and initiated corrective actions.
  • Calculated and processed payroll for over 600 employees weekly and semi-monthly.
  • Managed payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accurate data verification.
  • Administered employee benefits programs alongside payroll processing, including 401(k) and PTO accruals.

Education

Business Management

Triton College
River Grove, IL

Skills

  • Payroll administration and processing
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Payroll software proficiency
  • Data analysis and documentation
  • Employee training and development
  • Problem solving skills
  • Effective communication
  • Time management

Affiliations

  • I am active member at United in Faith Lutheran church. Currently, I participate in the choir, bell choir, Transition Team and the church council. As a member of the council I hold the position as Treasurer and process the bi-weekly payroll. Also, I am the head of the Alter Guild and Decorating Group.
  • Member of PayrollOrg and the Chicago Payroll Chapter. As a member of the Chicago Chapter, I have held the office of Government Liaison from 2010 to 2018.

Certification

  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and have held this designation since 2003.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Payroll Manager

Mather
12.2005 - 03.2025

Payroll Manager

Bismark
08.1999 - 03.2003

Business Management

Triton College

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