Monia Dichristofaro
Sharon,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator with a proven track record in payroll processing and regulatory compliance. Skilled in streamlining operations to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Skilled at using software manage payroll for hourly and salaried employees. Proficient in updating, funding, and reconciling payroll accounts, assisting with industry audits and managing the timekeeping software.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Coordinator
Choate Hall & Stewart LLP
Boston, MA
08.2015 - 06.2026
- Processed weekly payrolls for over 500 employees, weekly, bi-weekly, Monthly and retired employees. Ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Processed payroll for employees across multiple departments within a law firm.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state payroll regulations.
- Reviewed timekeeping systems for accuracy and resolved discrepancies.
- Assisted in developing payroll procedures that streamlined processes.
- Supported audits by providing necessary payroll information and reports.
- Communicated regularly with internal departments such as Human Resources or Accounting about changes impacting payroll calculations or deductions.
Payroll Administrator
Goulston & Storrs
Boston, MA
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Processed payroll data for over 300 employees across multiple departments for bi-weekly and monthly payrolls.
- Processed payroll information including salary, deductions, bonuses and vacation time for over 300 employees.
- Maintained and updated employee records in HRIS for accurate data management.
- Managed electronic timekeeping systems or manually collected and reviewed timesheets.
- Collaborated with finance team to reconcile payroll accounts accurately.
- Prepared monthly reports on payroll costs for management review.
- Audited, reviewed and compiled payroll reports, records and related summaries.
- Resolved discrepancies between payroll records and employee inquiries.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and benefits promptly.
- Assisted in preparing annual budget forecasts related to payroll expenses.
Payroll Administrator
Boston Financial Data Services
Quincy, Massachusetts
05.2004 - 07.2013
- Processed payroll data for employees across multiple departments, including bi-weekly & monthly employees.
- Verified employee hours worked against timesheets provided by supervisors.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, leave balances and tax information.
- Collaborated with finance team to reconcile payroll accounts accurately.
- Audited, reviewed and compiled payroll reports, records and related summaries.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and benefits promptly.
- Resolved discrepancies between payroll records and employee inquiries.
- Implemented process improvements for streamlined payroll operations successfully.
- Updated employee profiles with changes in job titles or salaries.
- Reviewed wage garnishments and court orders to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Human Resources Administrator
Stone & Webster Construction & Engineering
Randolph, Massachusetts
03.2002 - 05.2004
- Streamlined employee onboarding process and managed associated documentation for new hires.
- Supervised onboarding process for newly hired employees, including distribution of all paperwork.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by screening resumes and scheduling interviews.
- Administered benefits programs and resolved employee inquiries regarding options to enhance understanding.
- Maintained employee records and ensured compliance with regulations and policies.
- Managed all human resource documentation, including new hire letters, employee contracts and corporate policies and procedures.
- Coordinated communication between employees and upper-level management to address concerns and improve engagement.
- Developed internal communications to keep staff informed about HR policies and updates.
- Regularly updated HR databases to reflect employee information, changes in benefits, and other details.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sharon High School
Sharon05-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Quincy College
Quincy, MASkills
- Payroll administration
- Payroll processing
- Payroll auditing
- W-2 coordination
- Multi-state payroll
- Compliance management
- Timekeeping systems
- HRIS management
- Audit support
- Data reconciliation
- Process improvement
- Problem solving
Certification
- Various APA courses and class certifications, Paytrain Fundamentals Certificate in APA, Curry College.
Timeline
Payroll Coordinator
Choate Hall & Stewart LLP
08.2015 - 06.2026
Payroll Administrator
Goulston & Storrs
07.2013 - 07.2015
Payroll Administrator
Boston Financial Data Services
05.2004 - 07.2013
Human Resources Administrator
Stone & Webster Construction & Engineering
03.2002 - 05.2004
High School Diploma -
Sharon High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Quincy College