MJ LOZIER

• Analyze payroll data for accuracy, streamline procedures, and support process improvements.

• Prepare payroll tax payments and government reports; maintain audit-ready documentation.

• Troubleshoot payroll issues, reconcile GL accounts, and resolve discrepancies.

• Process weekly union and staff payroll, applying union contract provisions and ensuring tax compliance.

• Configured and maintained payroll/time systems, collaborating with IT and corporate payroll to resolve defects and optimize workflows in alignment with Oracle Time & Labor standards.

• Led UAT and regression testing for payroll updates, validating compliance with DOL regulations and internal policy.

• Managed complex payroll transactions, including retroactive adjustments, off-cycle payments, and bonus processing for 5,000+ employees.

• Authored and updated process documentation to improve operational consistency and onboarding of new payroll team members.

• Audited payroll reports for accuracy and compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.

• Processed complex payroll adjustments, including stipends, incentive pay, and equity compensation.

• Collaborated with HR and Finance on payroll reporting, leveraging Oracle BI and Excel to produce actionable insights.

• Identified process gaps and implemented solutions to enhance accuracy and reduce manual intervention.

• Processed payroll for 7,500–10,000 employees, managing union payroll via PeopleSoft HCM, Kronos, Workbrain, and Workforce Now.

• Partnered with payroll leadership to streamline time & labor data entry, achieving a 30% reduction in processing time.

• Supported integration of new employee groups into Oracle Time & Labor, collaborating with IT on configuration and testing.

• Managed payroll for 2,100+ employees using UKG and PeopleSoft HCM, ensuring accurate wage calculations, tax compliance, and timely payments.
• Handled complex payroll elements like overtime, bonuses, and deductions in compliance with regulations.
• Performed system updates, tested payroll changes, and maintained documentation for compliance and audits.
• Collaborated with HR and finance to resolve payroll issues and support employee inquiries.
• Led process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy and efficiency.

• Manage end-to-end payroll operations in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Implement and maintain payroll systems ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee employee data management and payroll recordkeeping.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing for all employees.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, finance, and leadership teams.
• Streamline payroll processes to support rapid company growth.
• Lead, train, and develop payroll team members.

• Managed payroll using Viewpoint Software; updated records and processed pay changes daily.
• Led and trained team for efficient account handling.
• Reviewed data for errors, maintained employee database, and improved filing.
• Resolved timesheet discrepancies with staff.
• Ensured timely, accurate payroll and maintained employee records.

• Administered payroll and maintained employee records using Oracle PeopleSoft.
• Investigated and resolved HR data discrepancies to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Processed employee status changes and supported payroll-related inquiries.
• Collaborated with technology teams to enhance retention strategies and data workflows.
• Participated in HR system testing and pilot implementations.
• Managed payroll incident resolution through the employee portal.
• Executed multiple payroll cycles accurately and timely.
• Trained and onboarded payroll team members.