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Laura Stroup

Alliance,OH

Summary

Seasoned Payroll Administrator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in payroll processing, compliance with tax laws, 401K audits, AP/AR, and managing employee data integrity. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills to ensure smooth payroll operations and employee satisfaction. Seeking new position with exciting challenges where great skills will be valued.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Manager/Administrator/Exec Assistant

H-P Products
Louisville, OH
11.1998 - 01.2025
  • Calculated and processed payroll for over 100 employees on a bi-monthly basis, and for over 250 employees on a weekly basis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state laws.
  • Verified accuracy of employee hours worked, pay rate changes, deductions, bonuses, and other payroll data.
  • Calculated overtime, vacation sick hours and other categories of time.
  • Updated and maintained employee payroll records, ensuring confidentiality and data security.
  • Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
  • Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
  • Processed requests from employees related to direct deposit enrollment or address changes.
  • Led the transition to new payroll software, including system selection, data migration, and training for payroll staff.
  • Resolved complex payroll issues, serving as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns.
  • Implemented policies that ensured compliance with federal and state regulations concerning taxation of wages.
  • Collaborated with human resources team on resolving issues related to vacation accrual or sick leave tracking.
  • Generated relevant paperwork and payroll reports.
  • Enforced payroll-related policies, procedures, and regulations to adhere to changing company and governmental standards.
  • Prepared reports related to wages, taxes, garnishments, 401K contributions and benefits packages.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary payroll records and explanations.
  • Conducted regular audits of payroll records and processes to identify and correct discrepancies, enhancing data integrity.
  • Administered employee benefits programs in coordination with payroll processing, including 401(k), health insurance, and PTO accruals.
  • Ensured compliance with garnishment orders and other legal requirements affecting employee pay.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to track expenses and other financial data related to the office budget.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
  • Assisted with preparing and editing company correspondence and presentations.

Office Manager

Main Street Tours
Louisville, OH
06.1997 - 10.1998
  • Automated office operations for managing client correspondence, payment schedules and data communications.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
  • Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms and cost savings.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Laboratory Technology

Washington State College
Marietta, OH

Some College (No Degree) - Biology

Marshal University
Huntington, WV

Skills

  • Check processing
  • Bi-monthly and weekly payroll processing
  • Multi-state payroll
  • Payroll document management
  • Expense reimbursements
  • Recordkeeping skills
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint
  • Employee benefits administration
  • Direct deposit management
  • Maintaining employee records
  • Garnishment processing

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Church activities

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Payroll Manager/Administrator/Exec Assistant

H-P Products
11.1998 - 01.2025

Office Manager

Main Street Tours
06.1997 - 10.1998

Some College (No Degree) - Medical Laboratory Technology

Washington State College

Some College (No Degree) - Biology

Marshal University

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