Hi, I’m
Kimberley Diaz
Summary
Bilingual payroll professional with 10+ years of experience with payroll and human resources. Experience with full cycle multi-state payroll, Canada payroll, and establishing internal controls. I'm committed to working in an organization that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in a new and exciting industry.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LinkedIn
Payroll Specialist
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Process bi-weekly payroll in Canada, while ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
- Process termination pay for California based employees on a daily basis to ensure timely processing and compliance with California penalty pay laws
- Audit terminations for US multi-state payroll to ensure accurate processing of termination pay for Non-California states
- Answer and resolve employee questions/concerns via ServiceNow ticketing system
- Verify and submit timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing
- Process audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations for retirement and compensation related items
- Collaborate with human resources to maintain up-to-date employee information for precise payroll calculations
- Audit and reconcile data of HRIS (Workday) and payroll systems (ADP GlobalView and SAP) to ensure all data matches
- Manage garnishments, levies, and support orders according to state laws while protecting employees' privacy rights
Rocketship Public Schools
Payroll Manager
01.2018 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Subject matter expert for all things payroll related, including but not limited to, terminations, wage garnishments, payroll adjustments, and retirement (pension plans and 401k)
- Managed a team of two payroll specialists while also assisting them with payroll processing for over 1,500 employees spread across 20 states
- Experienced project management lead for all related payroll process improvement projects
- Reconciled and analyzed data from Salesforce (HRIS) and ADP Workforce Now using Excel Pivot Tables, VLOOKUp, and analysis formulas
- Led training sessions with third party organization, to administer DEI training, on a quarterly basis
- Frequently exercised critical thinking to solve complex payroll issues
Dialog Semiconductor
Payroll Analyst
12.2017 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Processed payroll semi-monthly for over 400 employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Reconciled data from SAP to ensure all updates were made accurately in payroll system
- Reconciled payroll with Accounting Department Lead to ensure SOX compliance is always being met
- Assisted with stock administration payrolls and payouts
Rocketship Public Schools Via Robert Half SPS Program
Payroll Specialist
02.2017 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Processed payroll semi-monthly and biweekly using ADP Workforce Now with employees in over 12 states
- Developed and implemented a process for payroll and post payroll processing
- Worked with HR Manager to create and document an internal controls process
- Saved organization and estimated $200,000 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems
Satellite Healthcare via Randstad Staffing
Payroll Administrator
08.2016 - 11.2016
Job overview
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 1,500 employees using Ultimate "Ultipro" Software
- Subject matter expert for all employee wage garnishments
- Documented procedures, identified areas to improve internal controls and gain additional efficiencies and implemented policy changes
AutoNation Mercedes Benz
Payroll Coordinator
10.2015 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Reconciled payroll semi-monthly working closely with representative in Texas using ADP EV5 for 3,000 employees spread across 15 locations
- Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law and tax code to keep operations in compliance with applicable standards
- Responsible for posting GL journal entries for month-end close
R.W. Garcia Inc
HR/Payroll Administrator
05.2015 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Processed payroll bi-weekly for 110 employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies
- Prepared and monitored sick leave files and served as administrator of sick leave program
Fox Head Inc
HR/Payroll Coordinator
08.2013 - 05.2015
Job overview
- Processed multi-state payroll on biweekly basis using ADP Workforce Now for 700 employees
- Executed eTime time and attendance processing, and interface with payroll
- Conducted new hire orientations as well as exit interviews
Education
De Anza CollegeCupertino, CA
AA degree from Business Administration
12.2015
Skills
- Data Analysis & Reconciliation
- Multi-State Payroll Processing
- Canada Payroll Processing
- Proactive and Focused
- Critical Thinking
- Internal Controls and Reporting Systems
- Procedure Development
- Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
Payroll Specialist
LinkedIn
02.2022 - Current
Payroll Manager
Rocketship Public Schools
01.2018 - 02.2022
Payroll Analyst
Dialog Semiconductor
12.2017 - 01.2018
Payroll Specialist
Rocketship Public Schools Via Robert Half SPS Program
02.2017 - 12.2017
Payroll Administrator
Satellite Healthcare via Randstad Staffing
08.2016 - 11.2016
Payroll Coordinator
AutoNation Mercedes Benz
10.2015 - 04.2016
HR/Payroll Administrator
R.W. Garcia Inc
05.2015 - 07.2015
HR/Payroll Coordinator
Fox Head Inc
08.2013 - 05.2015
De Anza College
AA degree from Business Administration
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