Melody Evans
Pickerington,OH
Summary
Results-driven Payroll Manager with over 7 years of experience managing high-volume, multi-state payroll operations. Skilled in leading teams, implementing streamlined processes, and ensuring tax compliance across diverse client accounts. Proficient in iSolved, Paycor, Paychex, and advanced Excel reporting. Adept at identifying process gaps and developing strategic solutions to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Manager
Consolidated Employer Services
01.2020 - Current
- Led payroll operations for 200+ multi-state clients, managing a team of specialists to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
- Developed and implemented internal payroll processes and training materials, reducing processing errors by 20%.
- Created and maintained custom GL mappings per client, ensuring financial reporting accuracy.
- Collaborated with tax department to complete W-2 corrections and payroll tax adjustments.
- Oversaw payroll audits related to PTO, job costing, and tax compliance.
- Troubleshot system issues across platforms and served as backup to the implementation director.
Payroll Lead / Payroll Client Specialist
Consolidated Employer Services
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Processed payroll for 67+ clients including timecard imports, benefits updates, and compliance checks.
- Supervised 2 payroll specialists while ensuring daily processing deadlines were met.
- Created client SOPs and documentation to streamline onboarding and reduce training time.
- Updated payroll systems to reflect changes in minimum wage laws and compliance standards.
- Notified clients of payroll and tax law changes, maintaining high client satisfaction ratings.
Contract Administrator / HR Associate
Hidden Creek Landscaping
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Processed bi-weekly payroll using LMN and Paychex for 4000+ line-item exports.
- Conducted onboarding and coordinated travel for H2B workers, maintaining compliance with labor regulations.
- Maintained I-9 records, reviewed resumes, and supported recruitment processes.
- Assisted with accounts payable/receivable and bookkeeping for Maintenance and Overhead departments.
- Generated reports for audits including BWC and liability insurance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Psychology
Franklin University
01.2020
Associate of - Human Resource Management
Columbus State Community College
01.2019
Skills
Payroll Systems: iSolved, Paycor, Paychex, Apex
Payroll Compliance: Multi-state tax, Year-end reporting, W-2 adjustments
Software Skills: MS Excel, General Ledger creation, Report building
Leadership: Team training, Cross-department collaboration, Process improvement
Timeline
Payroll Manager
Consolidated Employer Services
01.2020 - Current
Payroll Lead / Payroll Client Specialist
Consolidated Employer Services
01.2020 - 01.2022
Contract Administrator / HR Associate
Hidden Creek Landscaping
01.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Psychology
Franklin University
Associate of - Human Resource Management
Columbus State Community College