Mia-Thi Padilla
Thornton,Colorado
Summary
Efficient Payroll Specialist known for productivity and completing tasks with precision. Specialize in payroll processing, tax compliance, and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy in every aspect of payroll management. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and communication skills, effectively managing multiple deadlines and collaborating with team members for smooth payroll operations. Focused Payroll Specialist known for handling job tasks with poise. Highly trained in all aspects of payroll and considered dedicated team player. Looking to take on a new role with a company where attention to detail and all types of personalities will be appreciated. Focused payroll clerk with several years of experience maintaining payroll information with confidentiality and accuracy. Exceptionally-skilled in records-keeping, commissions calculations and balancing payroll. Detail-oriented payroll clerk offering several years' experience in the accounting industry. Outstanding management, communication and organizational skills. Strong data entry and clerical abilities. Efficient and focused professional in payroll management, known for high productivity and the ability to complete tasks efficiently. Skilled in payroll processing, timekeeping accuracy, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Excel at problem-solving, communication, and adaptability, which facilitate seamless payroll operations. Skilled in managing payroll and timekeeping operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payments. Possess strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax regulations, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to improve process efficiency and resolve discrepancies quickly. Contributed to enhancing team productivity and reducing errors in previous roles. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Specialist
Ideal Fencing Corp
Frederick, CO
02.2017 - Current
- Created and maintained employee records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and tax withholding forms.
- Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
- Assisted with auditing processes related to payroll.
- Prepared quarterly reports for government agencies such as 941s, W-2s, 1099s.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations regarding wage and hour compliance.
- Provided timely customer service support to employees regarding questions about their paychecks or other payroll issues.
- Generated reports detailing hours worked by department, location, employee type as requested by management.
- Researched and resolved employee payroll questions and issues via email, phone and in person.
- Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
- Oversaw payroll processing to comply with tax laws and court-ordered wage assignments and garnishments.
- Collaborated with employees and supervisors to immediately resolve discrepancies in timesheets.
- Supported payrolls, driving timely and accurate payment of employee wages.
- Leveraged payroll processing system to track and input tax, wage and personnel information.
- Processed new employee paperwork and entered information into payroll system.
- Managed payroll and time and attendance systems.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and timekeeping.
- Tracked employee vacation, personal and sick leave earnings and use.
- Prepared and balanced end-of-period reports and reconciled payroll issues.
- Recorded adjustments to previous pay-related errors.
- Prepared end-of-period payroll tax returns.
Accounts Payable Clerk
New Design Construction
Denver, CO
08.2002 - 02.2017
- Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Reconciled vendor statements, investigated and resolved discrepancies.
- Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
- Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
- Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status or payment issues.
- Verified accuracy of coding on invoices prior to processing payments.
- Monitored accounts receivable aging reports to ensure timely payments.
- Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.
- Generated 1099 forms at year end for reporting purposes.
- Analyzed purchase orders, contracts, invoices, check requests and other documents related to the accounts payable cycle.
- Collaborated with vendors, suppliers and staff members across departments to resolve any issues that arose.
- Managed vendor relationships through prompt communication of payment information.
- Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
- Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
- Worked closely with department personnel to produce accurate and timely bills.
- Prepared and updated vendor files, tax documents and insurance information.
- Took advantage of discount opportunities by paying vendors within payment terms.
- Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
- Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
- Created and maintained employee records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and tax withholding forms.
- Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
- Assisted with auditing processes related to payroll.
- Researched discrepancies in payroll data and provided corrective action when needed.
- Prepared quarterly reports for government agencies such as 941s, W-2s, 1099s.
- Coordinated with Human Resources staff on employee leaves of absence or termination paperwork.
- Generated reports detailing hours worked by department, location, employee type as requested by management.
- Ensured that all necessary taxes were withheld accurately from each employee's paycheck.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
- Worked closely with human resources (HR) to safeguard confidential employee data.
- Leveraged payroll processing system to track and input tax, wage and personnel information.
- Processed new employee paperwork and entered information into payroll system.
- Managed payroll and time and attendance systems.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and timekeeping.
- Tracked employee vacation, personal and sick leave earnings and use.
- Confirmed attendance, hours worked and pay rates to properly post information in appropriate records.
- Prepared end-of-period payroll tax returns.
- Distributed and collected timecards each pay period.
- Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Organized company events including holiday parties, team building activities .
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
- Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
- Administered payroll and maintained proper documentation of employee personnel.
- Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
- Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
- Managed office budget to handle inventory, postage and vendor services.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northglenn High School
Northglenn, CO05-1990
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Tec North
Denver, COSkills
- Microsoft applications
- Payroll Administration
- Garnishment processing
- Data Reconciliation
- Payroll policies and procedures
- I-9 documentation
- New employee processing
- Federal and state tax regulations
- Exceptionally organized
- Payroll software proficiency
- Payroll Processing
- Benefits Administration
- Record-keeping
- Daily payroll activities
- Employee Relations
- Employee File Maintenance
- Payroll Auditing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Payroll Specialist
Ideal Fencing Corp
02.2017 - Current
Accounts Payable Clerk
New Design Construction
08.2002 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Northglenn High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Tec North
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