Marlana Heneghan
Herriman,UT
Summary
Experienced and results-driven Accounting and Tax Compliance Leader with over 20 years of experience across payroll tax, general ledger reconciliation, financial reporting, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated success managing high-volume, multi-state payroll and tax operations, most recently within the PEO industry. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, developing efficient processes, implementing financial systems, and ensuring full compliance with federal and state regulations. Strong collaborator with development and operations teams to improve workflows and support organizational goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax & Compliance Manager
Stratus HR
Sandy, UT
01.2012 - 07.2025
- Managed a team that prepared, filed, and paid over 300 quarterly payroll tax returns, and more than 400 annual returns, including W-2s for 10,000 employees, and W-3 filings.
- Oversaw 401(k) plan administration from implementation to testing and audit support.
- Directed operations for a large-scale workers' compensation policy.
- Supervised licensing in 30+ states and managed labor reports, such as Multiple Worksite and EEO filings.
- Partnered with developers to troubleshoot and enhance new payroll systems.
- Provided QA support and authored SOPs for compliance operations.
- Supported banking activities including ACH, wires, and positive pay.
- Reconciled general ledger accounts for accurate monthly close.
Accounts Payable Professional
VISTA Staffing Solutions, A Division of On Assignment
Salt Lake City, Utah
09.2008 - 12.2011
- Processed over $4M in monthly payables and reconciled corporate credit and sub-ledger accounts..
- Generated accrual entries, gross margin reports, and financial analyses.
- Assisted with audits and SOX compliance.
- Supported accounts receivable and lockbox/ACH processing.
Administrative Assistant
Peak Consulting Engineers, LLC
Carson City, NV
02.2006 - 06.2006
- Supported engineering teams with project documents, meeting minutes, and office procurement.
- Drafted technical proposals and managed submissions to agencies and clients.
Accounting Manager (General Accounting)
Agform Engineering
Yuma, AZ
06.1999 - 02.2006
- Processed payroll, payroll tax filings (941, 940, SUTA, Arizona withholding), and job costing.
- Managed project billing, budget reports, and draw schedules.
- Supported engineers with documentation, submittals, and interfaced with clients and vendors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT06-2008
Skills
- Payroll and employment tax compliance
- Multi-state and federal reporting
- 401(k) plan administration and audits
- Workers' compensation management
- General ledger reconciliation
- Financial reporting and analysis
- SOX compliance and internal controls
- ACH and wire payment processing
- System implementation and troubleshooting
- Team leadership and staff development
Timeline
Tax & Compliance Manager
Stratus HR
01.2012 - 07.2025
Accounts Payable Professional
VISTA Staffing Solutions, A Division of On Assignment
09.2008 - 12.2011
Administrative Assistant
Peak Consulting Engineers, LLC
02.2006 - 06.2006
Accounting Manager (General Accounting)
Agform Engineering
06.1999 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Utah
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