MEGAN WERTZ
Summary
Seasoned Payroll Analyst bringing over 8 years' experience in payroll analysis, operations, and team leadership. Proven history of being a self-starter with high achievement levels coupled with an outstanding work ethic, commitment and loyalty. Strong track record of sound-decision making, collaborative teamwork and articulate communication. Highly adept with key strengths in payroll administration functions, including discrepancy research, regulatory guideline adherence, complex processing procedures and program management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Payroll/HR Data Analyst
Eaton Corporation
10.2019 - 06.2023
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
- Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
- Maintained employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential.
- Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay, occupations of new hires and changes in wage rates.
- Coordinated resolution of payroll discrepancies.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures to streamline workflow.
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation, and user support for platform transitions.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Resolved or escalated problem tickets to resolve user issues.
- Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to increase efficiency.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Conducted phone interviews to help assess applicants' relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Supported productivity increase and business growth through new hire training and mentoring.
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Educated clients on proper use of products and systems.
Payroll Specialist
RGBSI (contracted To Eaton)
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with human resources, accounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.
- Managed payroll data entry, reviewed and submitted timecards for about 2,500 employees while complying with predetermined company guidelines.
- Kept updated spreadsheet of employee's leave of absence claims status for time card entry.
- Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures to streamline workflow.
Financial Data Analyst
Kalamazoo Flower Group
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Conducted a detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement to stakeholders, owner-operators, and upper management.
- Generated comprehensive reports on portfolio performance and risk assessment.
- Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
- Managed capital, FMCSA, and insurance portfolios.
Payroll Specialist/Operations Coordinator
Maverick Express
12.2014 - 09.2017
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Processed accounts receivable invoices and completed daily accounts receivable deposits
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Assisted with recruitment and onboarding of new employees: lead new driver orientations on payroll protocols and policy requirements
- Developed and implemented a new drivers' vacation request process
- Customs broker liaison: prepared Canadian PAPS/PARS documents
Regional CDL Truck Driver
NTB
09.2009 - 12.2014
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs to comply with DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations.
- Safely and legally transported dry, refrigerated and HAZMAT loads between MI, OH, KY, IN, IL, WI.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Education
Master of Science - Data Science
University of Phoenix
Online10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Online10.2022
Skills
- Root-Cause Analysis & Resolution
- Multi-State Payroll Policies & Procedures
- Federal & State Tax Payroll Awareness
- Payroll Processing & Reconciliation
- Pay Stub Analysis and Explanation
- Excellent Written Communication Skills
- Microsoft Applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams
- Chart and Graph Preparation
- Oracle E-Business Suite Financials
- Human Resource Information System (HRIS)
- Payroll Software Proficiency: Tenrox, Kronos, Dimensions
- Collaborative Team Member
I love to play the piano and crochet.
I am our church's pianist - so I play every Sunday morning. During the week, I choose hymns and praise and worship songs for our upcoming church services. When I have down-time, I like to find unique doily patterns to crochet. My most recent one was in Russian - thankfully, they had a diagram to follow!
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sr. Payroll/HR Data Analyst
Eaton Corporation
10.2019 - 06.2023
Payroll Specialist
RGBSI (contracted To Eaton)
07.2018 - 10.2019
Financial Data Analyst
Kalamazoo Flower Group
01.2018 - 04.2018
Payroll Specialist/Operations Coordinator
Maverick Express
12.2014 - 09.2017
Regional CDL Truck Driver
NTB
09.2009 - 12.2014
Master of Science - Data Science
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
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