Mallory Michaels
Payroll Professional
Delaware,OH
Summary
Experienced, multi-faceted, payroll professional with expertise in processing multi state payrolls, managing day to day operations within payroll and prevailing wage reporting. Skilled in company acquisitions, leave administration,new system implementations, and processing payroll with multiple systems. I bring a strong knowledge of payroll procedures and regulations and I thoroughly enjoy the fast pace of the payroll department.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Lead Plus
Altercation Clothing
New Britain, CT
04.2023 - Current
- Achieved compliance standards through successful implementation of a new computer system. Streamlined payroll procedures and onboarding programs for 85 new hires. Delivered timely and accurate multi state tax filings to support financial operations.
- Created comprehensive commission framework to streamline and ensure accurate transactions from point of sale.
- Coordinated inventory assessments and optimized point of sale systems for improved transaction accuracy.
- Designed and implemented employee handbook addressing policies and procedures for diverse state regulations.
- Managed and coordinated initiatives to support full system functionality for comprehensive company-wide deployment.
- Increased efficiency company wide by developing time saving processes
Sr Payroll /Sr Prevailing Wage Specialist/SME
Electrical Reliability Services - Emerson and Vertiv
Columbus, OH
05.2009 - 02.2023
- Managed payroll data collection and processing for more than 500+ employees in 14 states, ensuring compliance with regional regulations.
- Assisted with daily operations including hiring processes, employee terminations, tax updates, issue resolution, and garnishment management.
- Executed processing of tax reports and oversaw management of unemployment claims.
- Supported implementation of open enrollments and coordinated benefit plan launches to enhance employee offerings.
- Oversaw full-cycle management of leave processes, ensuring accurate documentation and state reimbursements.
- Executed payroll system implementations, troubleshooting, testing, and auditing processes.
- Created and executed prevailing wage frameworks, ensuring successful integration and compliance within distinct union and non-union divisions.
- Managed comprehensive preparation and submission of over 90 biweekly certified payroll reports across multiple states, including all necessary federal, state, IRA, and local documentation.
- Coordinated efforts with legal department and contractors to verify adherence of contracts to compliance regulations.
- Executed compilation and analysis of monthly OCIP reports to uphold compliance and accuracy standards.
- Managed database updates to ensure accurate reporting of rates, fringes, and project details.
- Engaged with customers to resolve issues, ensuring accuracy in reporting.
- Oversaw certified payroll operations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance audits, and subcontractor adherence.
- Calculated and documented restitution amounts for apprentices and journeymen to ensure accurate compensation and compliance with labor standards.
- Coordinated efforts with legal department and contractors to verify compliance of contracts and maintain accurate reporting.
- Compiled and analyzed monthly OCIP accordingly.
Union Payroll Specialist
PPG Industries Automotive
Delaware, OH
12.2006 - 04.2009
- Managed weekly processing of 275+ timecards, adhering to distinct union contracts to maintain accuracy in overtime calculations.
- Administered employee tax deduction processes and banking adjustments to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Managed payroll data balancing and reconciliation for accurate corporate reporting within accounting department.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for all new employees.
- Administered all garnishments to ensure compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Collaborated with HR to address payroll issues and provide necessary clarifications.
- Managed verification and approval processes for all expense reports.
- Achieved streamlined store operations through effective financial management and merchandise ordering. Enhanced inventory accuracy and improved employee engagement via rewards programs. Optimized staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage and service quality.
- Processed payroll for over 2,000 employees, ensuring accurate and timely compensation.
Benefit & Payroll Administrator (Temporary)
Fiesta Salons
Dublin, OH
09.2006 - 12.2006
- Administered weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing for a retail chain of 112 hair salons across the U.S., ensuring accurate compensation for over 900 employees in multiple states.
- Directed daily payroll functions to support organizational efficiency and employee satisfaction.
- Coordinated benefit deduction schedules, facilitated open enrollment processes, and supported vendor billing and employee communication efforts.
- Managed daily operations and workflow for two associates to enhance team productivity.
- Oversaw maintenance of PTO time records, FMLA, and COBRA administration processes.
- Compiled and submitted mandatory payroll and labor statistic reports to regulatory authorities for accurate record-keeping.
- Reviewed payroll reports for accuracy and compliance with established standards. Assisted in processing new hire, termination, job change, transfer, and direct deposit workflows within the HRIS platform. Coordinated with departments to correct attendance records as needed.
Education
Bellingham Memorial High School
Bellingham, MAGeneral Business/Retail Merchandising
Massachusetts Bay Community College
Wellesley Hills, MASkills
- Senior payroll specialist
- Senior compliance administrator
- HR benefits administration
- Adaptable learner
- Creative problem-solving
- Experienced in technical applications
- Skilled in fast-paced payroll operations
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Payroll/Certified Payroll Software's: People Soft, Alliant, Ceridian, ADP, ADP Workforce Now, Paychex, D2X, LCP, EMars, Elations and OCIP Reporting sites and various State and Local reporting sites for reporting of certified payroll
- Time Keeping Software's: Kronos, Oracle, Oracle Fusion, ADP Workforce Now
Timeline
Finance Lead Plus
Altercation Clothing
04.2023 - Current
Sr Payroll /Sr Prevailing Wage Specialist/SME
Electrical Reliability Services - Emerson and Vertiv
05.2009 - 02.2023
Union Payroll Specialist
PPG Industries Automotive
12.2006 - 04.2009
Benefit & Payroll Administrator (Temporary)
Fiesta Salons
09.2006 - 12.2006
Bellingham Memorial High School
General Business/Retail Merchandising
Massachusetts Bay Community College