Rebecca Gomez-Trammel
San Jose,CA
Summary
Seasoned Payroll Specialist bringing 15 years' experience in accounting and operations management. Proven history of achievement and innovation coupled with outstanding work ethic, commitment and loyalty. Strong track record of effective leadership, collaborative teamwork and articulate communication. Highly adept with key strengths in payroll administration functions, including discrepancy research, regulatory guidelines adherence, complex processing procedures and program management.
Multi-talented Human Resources Executive successful at streamlining costs and maximizing company profile in job market. Versed in EEOC and other relevant compliance statutes. Excellent organizational and time management skills coupled with task prioritization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Payroll Specialist/HR Coordinator
San Andreas Regional Center
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Processed payroll for +600 employee and applied knowledge of regulations, employment law, and tax code to keep operations in compliance with applicable standards.
- Reviewed time records for +600 employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Reconciled health care benefits, tax contributions, and retirement accounts to facilitate large-scale account reconciliations.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Prepared accounts for scheduled audits and assisted with audit process to facilitate faster completion of tasks.
- Produced payroll activities documentation and reports to meet corporate guidelines and promote transparency.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Collaborated with human resources, accounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
- Developed and implemented new payroll policies and procedures according to changing laws and regulations.
- Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
- Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for +500 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Assisted management in developing and tracking payroll budgets.
Senior Staff Accountant
San Jose Water Company
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Process payroll for weekly and bi-weekly payroll schedules and off schedule including termination, retirement and RSU payrolls.
- Updated general ledger with latest payroll entries.
- Gathered, analyzed and reported financial information.
- Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
- Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
- Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Process 401K contributions and 5500 yearly audit
- Recommended strategies to expedite filing projects and annual reporting.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
- Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances
Controller/Human Resources Manager
DVBE Construction/Therapeutic Holistic Care
12.2013 - 10.2020
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Process 1099 for Subcontractors.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Processed regular payroll and CPP Payrolls for 150+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Process Year end 1099s for Subconstractors
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CA05.2001
Associate of Science - Accounting And Finance
Sawyer Business College
Santa Clara, CA05.1984
Skills
- Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks, QBS Enterprise, American Contractor, Elations, SX Accounting, Peachtree, SAP, Great Plains, Sage 100
- 365 Microsoft Word, Windows XP, Excel, Various Data Bases, JD Edwards, FLOQAST, Ignite, Kronos
- ADP Workforce, APD Run, ADP Total Source Payroll, UKG, UFS, Paylocity, Express Pay, Pay Com, PayChex,
- Various Integrated time Reporting Systems, Bio Track, Pro Connect, Time Total, Clock Shark
Certification
Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
People Manager Qualifications (PMQ)
HR policies development and legal compliance.
Timeline
Senior Payroll Specialist/HR Coordinator
San Andreas Regional Center
02.2023 - 08.2023
Senior Staff Accountant
San Jose Water Company
10.2020 - 01.2023
Controller/Human Resources Manager
DVBE Construction/Therapeutic Holistic Care
12.2013 - 10.2020
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Evergreen Valley College
Associate of Science - Accounting And Finance
Sawyer Business College
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