Michael Whitney
McKeesport,PA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Accountant Support Specialist at ADP, skilled in payroll processing and tax preparation. Achieved streamlined month-end closings, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Recognized for exceptional problem resolution and customer service, ensuring compliance with labor laws while maintaining employee satisfaction. Proven ability to train and develop junior staff effectively.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant Support Specialist
ADP - Automated Data Processing
Parsippany, NJ
04.2004 - 01.2020
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 200 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.
Senior Payroll Specialist
Paychex Inc
Rochester, NY
03.1997 - 04.2004
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Provided training for junior staff members on proper payroll practices, fostering professional growth within the department.
- Adjusted tax withholdings according to employee requests while adhering to federal regulations thus avoiding penalties or fines.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations by staying current on tax laws and filing requirements.
- Implemented time-saving procedures for handling garnishments and deductions, reducing processing errors and improving efficiency.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA04-1995
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Payroll processing
- Tax preparation
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Problem resolution
- Call center experience
Timeline
Accountant Support Specialist
ADP - Automated Data Processing
04.2004 - 01.2020
Senior Payroll Specialist
Paychex Inc
03.1997 - 04.2004
No Degree - Accounting
Clarion University of Pennsylvania