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MARGARET FURCZON

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Summary

Highly organized and detailed-focused Accountant performing all financial activities. Payroll professional offering 20+ year payroll and payroll tax processing. Benefits Administrator coordinating open enrollment and employee benefits eligibility. Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR) with experience as an HR Manager.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Payroll & Accounting Manager

Eliant Transport, Inc.
10.2019 - 12.2024
  • Completed bi-weekly and monthly payroll using QuickBooks
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax returns, filings, and deposits
  • Processed A/P and A/R
  • Reconciled bank accounts
  • Start-up of payroll and accounting department

Payroll & Accounting Manager

South of the Ozarks Motocross, Inc.
11.2017 - 12.2024

• Interviewed, hired, and trained staff.

• Processed & distributed payroll.

• Prepared, reviewed, and analyzed P&L for each event.

• Managed the operation of the concession stand, and admission.

Human Resources & Payroll Manager

Future Environmental, Inc.
02.2015 - 07.2016

Payroll:

• Processed multi-state payroll for 200+ union and non-union employees via Paycor.

• Ensured timely and accurate distribution of weekly, bi-weekly payroll, including monthly commissions, and wage garnishments.

• Prepared and submitted certified payroll/benefits, and prevailing wage reports to public bodies.

• Reconciled and submitted monthly union dues and benefits.

• Posted payroll journal entries and checks using QuickBooks.

Human Resources:

• Processed new hire orientations and exit interviews.

• Appealed multi-state unemployment claims.

• Managed compliance of the I-9 forms, employee records, and employee files.

• Provided daily customer support to employees and managers on HR related matters and ensure timely and courteous responses.

• Assisted in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, including maintenance of employee handbook.

• Ensured the company is in compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements by following policies and procedures.

Benefits:

• Administered employee benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k.

• Assisted with Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance on reporting requirements.

• Submitted 401(k) deductions in a timely manner to a record keeper.

• Reconciled insurance benefit invoices, and ensured that proper employee deductions are withheld.

• Terminated employee insurance benefits in timely manner, and processed COBRA enrollments.

• Prepared annual reports for 401k audits, and non-discrimination testing.

• Managed paid time off plans, including FMLA, sick and vacation accruals.

• Coordinated benefit plan renewals, plan changes, annual open enrollments, and claim resolution.

• Researched and implemented a 401(k) retirement plan for 200+ employees.

Human Resources & Payroll Manager

PlatinumTel Communications, LLC
04.2011 - 02.2015

• Managed payroll for 100+ employees including the monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax returns, filings, and deposits.

• Managed leave-of-absence programs, including FMLA, sick and vacation accruals.

• Administered benefit enrollments, COBRA, and coordinate annual employee wellness programs.

• Successfully corresponded with DOL, OSHA, and WC audits.

• Contested unemployment claims in a timely manner, disputing ineligible claims, and reduced rate.

• Implemented a companywide integrated T&A, HR, recruiting, and payroll system.

• Screened applicants, draft offer letters, and manage the pre-employment testing process.

• Processed new hires, employment verification, compliance of the I-9 forms, and employee files.

• Maintained compliance regulations concerning employment FMLA, ADA, EEO, WC, and minors.

Accountant, Payroll Manager

Platinumtel Communications, LLC
06.2004 - 04.2011

• Processed payroll and all related activities using QuickBooks.

• Assisted Corporate Controller in preparation of income tax returns, P&L statements, and management reports.

• Managed A/P and A/R functions.

• Completed bank reconciliations, created invoices, and collected on overdue accounts.

• Researched and negotiated pricing with outside supply vendors reducing costs by 15%.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management, Minor: Accounting

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
08.2015

Skills

  • Account reconciliation
  • Payroll management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Organizational skills
  • Bookkeeping
  • AP and AR management
  • Audits
  • Regulatory updates
  • Resolving discrepancies
  • Continuous improvement
  • Benefits administration
  • Labor law compliance
  • Tax regulations
  • Employment verifications
  • Documentation requirements

Technology Skills

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Quickbooks
  • Paycor Payroll
  • Ascentis Payroll, Ascentis HR & Ascentis Recruiting
  • Insperity Time
  • Payclock
  • Atrax/Rosslare Security


Certification

(CPP) Certified Payroll Professional, May 2013 – Dec. 2023


(PHR) Professional in Human Resources, Dec. 2013


Timeline

Payroll & Accounting Manager

Eliant Transport, Inc.
10.2019 - 12.2024

Payroll & Accounting Manager

South of the Ozarks Motocross, Inc.
11.2017 - 12.2024

Human Resources & Payroll Manager

Future Environmental, Inc.
02.2015 - 07.2016

Human Resources & Payroll Manager

PlatinumTel Communications, LLC
04.2011 - 02.2015

Accountant, Payroll Manager

Platinumtel Communications, LLC
06.2004 - 04.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management, Minor: Accounting

Lewis University
MARGARET FURCZON