Michelle Hurst
Summary
Dynamic Senior Payroll Associate with extensive experience at Byrne Zizzi CPA, PLLC, adept at streamlining payroll processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Proven track record in payroll management and employee relations, implementing cost-saving measures while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy drive successful outcomes.
Knowledgeable Payroll Specialist with proven background in managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance, and resolving discrepancies. Successfully led payroll audits and implemented process improvements. Demonstrated expertise in payroll software and regulatory knowledge.
Professional with solid background in payroll management, prepared for this role. Skilled in payroll processing, compliance, and reporting. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering results. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with excellent communication skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Payroll Associate
Byrne Zizzi CPA, PLLC
Houston, MS
06.2015 - Current
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for Many employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
- Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay, occupations of new hires and changes in wage rates.
- Handled complex payroll issues with minimal supervision, demonstrating advanced knowledge of compensation calculations and applicable regulations.
- Collaborated with HR to maintain up-to-date employee records, ensuring accurate payroll calculations and deductions.
- Managed complex pay structures, including bonuses, commissions, and overtime pay, to ensure proper compensation for all employees.
- Provided excellent customer service to employees by promptly addressing inquiries related to paychecks, deductions, or other payroll-related concerns.
- Ensured accurate tax filings for the company by staying updated on current regulations and industry best practices.
- Improved efficiency of year-end tax processes by streamlining workflows and coordinating efforts between internal departments involved in W-2 preparation and distribution.
- Contributed to successful completion of financial audits by providing comprehensive documentation related to the organization''s payroll operations upon request from auditors.
- Safeguarded sensitive employee information by implementing strict security protocols and maintaining full compliance with data privacy laws.
Payroll Clerk
Franklin Corporation
Houston, MS
07.1991 - 06.2015
- Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Responded to employee inquiries to clarify payroll issues regarding wages, deductions and taxes.
- Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
Education
Houston Hight School
Houston, MS No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Payroll policies
- General ledger
- Payroll tax filing
- Employee relations
- Tax compliance
- Employee file maintenance
- Exceptionally organized
- Processing wage withholding orders
- Payroll documentation
- Payroll policies and procedures
- Daily payroll activities
- Wage garnishments
- Federal and state tax regulations
- Payroll software proficiency
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Payroll accounting
- Payroll management
- Payroll training
- Payroll auditing
- Garnishment processing
- Year-end processing
- Time sheet review
- Payroll administration experience
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Payroll processing
- Record keeping
- Meeting deadlines
- Processing garnishments
- Skilled in Accounting CS
Timeline
Senior Payroll Associate
Byrne Zizzi CPA, PLLC
06.2015 - Current
Payroll Clerk
Franklin Corporation
07.1991 - 06.2015
Houston Hight School
No Degree - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix