Michael Stiuso
San Diego,CA
Summary
Seasoned Payroll Specialist with a comprehensive background in payroll management and compliance. Strengths include a keen understanding of payroll systems, tax regulations, and employment laws coupled with strong analytical skills to ensure smooth operations and accuracy. Past proven track record in a supervisory role in numerous departs. Improving processes by implementing solutions that increase efficiency and reduce errors in previous positions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Specialist
Costco
San Diego, CA
10.2009 - Current
- Processed payroll for over 400 employees biweekly, ensuring accuracy of pay and deductions.
- Prepared and balanced end-of-period reports and reconciled payroll issues.
- Provided pay-related information to employees and managers on benefit plans, tax issues and collective bargaining provisions.
- Confirmed attendance, hours worked and pay rates to properly post information in appropriate records.
- Oversaw payroll processing to comply with tax laws and court-ordered wage assignments and garnishments.
- Assisted employees with payroll-related inquiries, providing clear and concise information.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws to ensure compliance.
- Processed paperwork associated with personnel transactions such as promotions or terminations.
- Responded to inquiries from current or prospective employees regarding human resources policies or procedures.
- Prepared job postings for open positions on the company website and other job boards.
- Performed background checks on potential hires to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Provided guidance and support to management team on various HR matters such as compensation packages or employee handbook updates.
- Conducted new hire orientations and onboarding processes for incoming employees.
- Reviewed and processed payroll-related actions to drive data accuracy and comply with company policy and federal and state regulations.
- Coordinated employee benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans.
Operations Manager
Dyer Beech
San Diego, CA
04.2005 - 08.2009
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Managed compensation, insurance and vacation days within employee benefits programs.
- Aligned HR policies with federal and local regulations.
- Assisted with payroll preparation by collecting timekeeping information and processing reports.
- Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA01-2005
Affiliations
- Volunteer at a local animal rescue and foster when needed
Timeline
Payroll Specialist
Costco
10.2009 - Current
Operations Manager
Dyer Beech
04.2005 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - History
San Diego State University
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