Maria Garbanzo
Katy,TX
Summary
Payroll professional with 6+ years of experience managing full-cycle, multi-state payroll, year-end tax filings, W-2 processing, audits, and payroll accounting. Proven ability to resolve complex discrepancies, ensure compliance, and support finance through journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting. Trusted partner to HR, Finance, and leadership in high-volume environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Specialist
Smoker & Company
Manheim, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Processed bi-weekly payroll for over 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Managed full-cycle payroll processing for multiple client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw year-end reporting processes including W-2 preparation, ensuring timely compliance with federal and state requirements.
- Led payroll processing for multi-state employees, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Conducted audits of payroll data to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
- Analyzed payroll discrepancies, initiating corrective actions to prevent future occurrences efficiently.
- Managed multi-state payroll activities, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations and labor laws.
- Handled garnishments, levies, child support orders, and other mandatory withholdings accurately to comply with legal requirements while protecting employee rights.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Compiled journal entries and performed account on accrual basis.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Staff Accountant
Pagano & Associates
Exton, PA
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
- Prepared federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, estates and non-profits.
- Trained clients on QuickBooks to help make tax management easier.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of client information while delivering exceptional customer service.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Human Resources Intern
Abdala Insurance
Coatesville, PA
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Assisted in recruitment processes by screening resumes and scheduling interviews.
- Supported onboarding activities, ensuring smooth integration of new hires into company culture.
- Maintained employee records in HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Participated in employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace morale and communication.
Education
Master of Science - English Education
Magister University
San José, Costa Rica12-2015
Skills
- Full-Cycle payroll processing
- Multi State Payroll & Compliance
- Quarterly/W2 & Year End Processing
- Payroll Audits and Controls
- Journal Entries & GL Reconciliations
- Paylocity, UKG, ADP and Quickbooks Expertise
- Data Imports & System Integration
- Employee & Managers Payroll Support
- Garnishment & Benefit Deduction
- Payroll Liabilities and Tax Payments
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Payroll Specialist
Smoker & Company
09.2022 - Current
Staff Accountant
Pagano & Associates
09.2018 - 09.2022
Human Resources Intern
Abdala Insurance
01.2018 - 09.2018
Master of Science - English Education
Magister University