MARISOL ARANDA
Summary
Accomplished and focused team player with expertise in customer relationship management, benefits administration, payroll, HR proficiencies, strategic planning as well as time management. Offering over 15 years of comprehensive experience in those areas.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
HRIS Analyst
King's Seafood Company
Costa Mesa, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained employee database system to ensure accurate tracking of personnel information.
- Analyzed existing HRIS systems, identified areas for improvement, and implemented upgrades as needed.
- Created reports from HRIS data for management review and decision making.
- Performed regular maintenance activities on the HRIS system to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of new features for the HRIS system based on user feedback.
- Conducted training sessions with staff members to educate them on how to use the HRIS system effectively.
- Generated ad-hoc reports using advanced query techniques to provide analysis of employee data across multiple departments.
- Provided technical support to users on various HRIS functions such as payroll processing, timekeeping, recruitment, and benefits administration.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends in Human Resources Information Systems technology.
- Monitored compliance with internal policies and external regulations regarding employee data privacy.
- Evaluated current business processes associated with Human Resource Information System operations and recommended improvements when necessary.
- Troubleshot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
Dayforce Functional Specialist
Ceridian
Fountain Valley, CA
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Researched and resolved employee payroll questions and issues via email, phone and in person.
- Worked closely with human resources (HR) to safeguard confidential employee data.
- Audited time records submitted by clients to verify conformance with appropriate administrative policies and regulations.
- Resolved technical issues identifying solutions and providing technical support by phone, email and desktop sharing.
- Documented user information, issue details and solutions on service tickets and closed tickets upon resolution.
- Identified and remedied root causes of system malfunctions.
- Documented and tracked cases in system, updating details for repeat support requests.
- Collaborated with internal business partners to determine problem-solving strategies and maintain caller satisfaction.
- Supported software applications by coding, testing and debugging.
- Assessed end-user needs to implement new or modify existing software and systems to achieve IT objectives.
- Identified and resolved issues to maintain connectivity and minimize downtime.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of software and technical developments through reading and training.
- Monitored and troubleshot IT infrastructure for operating issues, identifying failures and degradation.
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
BOOT BARN
Irvine, CA
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Accurately processed data, validation and transmission for weekly, semi-monthly and sales payrolls.
- Provided outstanding service to employees by attending closely to concerns, answering questions and developing payroll-related solutions as well maintained employment/payroll information and benefits (Vacation and sick time)
- Assist Accounting in reconciliation and reporting of all Payroll related items and auditing payroll reports prior to transmission
- Prepared and maintain files, assuring accuracy, compliance and confidentially for new employees and rehires. Including transfers, terminations, garnishments and withholdings and data entry for other court ordered withholdings
- Communicate and interact with all levels of management for all US locations.
- Assist in internal/external Audits – providing Payroll related data
- Participate in problem solving and special projects within the HR/Payroll Department.
PAYROLL / HR COORDINATOR
SOUTH COAST BAKING LLC
Irvine, CA
03.2013 - 09.2015
- Contributed to yearly negotiation and sourcing of benefits providers to fill al company needs including Medical Vision and disability employee benefits and oversaw enrollment of new employees and company-wide yearly enrollment period.
- Provided assistance and communicated to plan participants by explaining benefits information to ensure educated selections pertaining health and welfare benefits.
- Handled all aspects of bi-weekly multi state payroll, including, processing of pay changes, wage garnishments, employment verification, annual salary evaluations, merit increases, sales commission and bonus programs.
- Recruited temporary employees; conducted contract negotiation with various temp agencies
- Decreased workers' compensation claims by working closely with employees to promote safety as well as conducted preventative training (OSHA required trainings conducted in English and Spanish).
- Performed administrative duties of Workers’ Compensation and coordination of overall process including injury treatment, incident investigation and resolution.
- Managed employee onboarding (orientation and benefits), as well as created detailed job descriptions, job posting as well as conducted initial interviews with the candidates.
- Conducted company's internal investigations of associate complaints to coordinate with legal department on relations matters.
- Implemented various HR and payroll-related policies to adhere to changing company and governmental standards.
PAYROLL / FINANCE COORDINATOR
Sabritec
Irvine, CA
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Worked with Financial Controller to create the Annual Financial Budget for the following fiscal year as well as evaluated financial information to assess budget requirements.
- Created, audited and updated the financial forecast on a quarterly basis and provided analytical causal explanations, and created PowerPoint presentations to illustrate business performance against goals.
- Determined and tracked budget expenses with accuracy and transparency and created key performance indicators and financial ratios to collaborate with various department heads & communicate financial information.
- Assisted with audits by preparing accounts and providing information.
- Responded to requests for information as company expert on payroll operations.
- Kept operations in compliance with requirements by applying knowledge of applicable regulations, legal statutes and tax code information.
- Processed bi-weekly multi state payroll, completed with a monthly Journal Entry as well as a payroll, tax and vacation accrual for temporary, hourly and salaried employees.
- Directed timekeeping system implementation and administration
- Oversaw employee benefits administration and compensation for new and annual enrollment, including managing workers' compensation claims and educating team members on healthcare policies and retirement (401K) plans. Including 401k transmittal and administration, approvals and corrections for Fidelity Investments; created monthly journal entry for the 401K accrual and company match.
PAYROLL / HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR
Sabritec
Irvine, CA
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Administered bi-weekly, multi state payroll for 400+ employees as well as produced the corresponding payroll repotting.
- Oversaw Employees benefits administration. Including 401K transmittal and file approvals, as well as Stock Link files and approval trough Fidelity Investments.
- Oversaw merit, sales commission and bonus programs with monthly, quarterly and annual payouts.
- Conducted annual benefit Open Enrollment and new employee benefit enrollment.
- Annual Employee Census, Vets 100 Reporting, EEO – Affirmative Action Plan, and Corporate Demographics Report (Employee Benefit Purposes)
- Monthly headcount report as well as monthly overtime reports
- Administered LOA, FMLA /CFRA, FPL and disability. wage Garnishments, child support process, Employment Verifications.
- Conducted direct new hire orientations/paperwork, safety training & employee terminations including exit interviews and benefits through COBRA.
- Reported payroll utilizing ADP/Kronos and administered employee benefits.
- Implemented various payroll-related policies, procedures and regulations to adhere to changing company and governmental standards.
- Oversaw implementation for a new timekeeping system (kronos).
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
DAVIDSON PERSONNEL, INC
Irvine, CA
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Prepared weekly payroll for team of salaried and hourly employees.
- Sorted checks weekly for mailing and ensured proper enclosures where included
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping as well as quarterly usage reports showing monthly gross profit report and quarterly audit reports
- Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes.
Education
Full Stack Software Engineer - Computer Software And Media Applications
University of California - Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2024
AA - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Fullerton College
FullertonOcupational Safety And Health Administration
Cal State Dominguez Hill
Carson, CASkills
- HR Information Systems & HR Operations
- Compensation and Benefits Administration
- Tax Reporting
- Problem Resolution & Organizational Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Accident Investigation, Training & Development
- Recruiting and Interviewing
- Budget Administration
- Employee Relations
- Employee Handbook Development
- Health and Safety Programs
- Benefits Programs and Administration
- Auditing Procedures & Company Assessments
- Chart and Graph Preparation
- Business Forecasting
- General Ledger Journal Entry
- Report Preparation and Presentation
- Variance Analysis
- Expense and Revenue Analysis
- Business Tracking
- Data Interpretation
- Comparative Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Capitalization Consulting (Value trough depreciation)
- Monitoring Expenditures
- Research and Data Analysis
Affiliations
IT Foundamentals Certification, Google, Data Analitics Certification, IBM
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
HRIS Analyst
King's Seafood Company
06.2023 - Current
Dayforce Functional Specialist
Ceridian
05.2023 - 06.2023
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
BOOT BARN
11.2015 - 06.2016
PAYROLL / HR COORDINATOR
SOUTH COAST BAKING LLC
03.2013 - 09.2015
PAYROLL / FINANCE COORDINATOR
Sabritec
01.2007 - 01.2013
PAYROLL / HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR
Sabritec
01.2003 - 01.2007
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
DAVIDSON PERSONNEL, INC
01.2001 - 01.2003
Full Stack Software Engineer - Computer Software And Media Applications
University of California - Irvine
AA - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Fullerton College
Ocupational Safety And Health Administration
Cal State Dominguez Hill
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