Ronda Stella
Seattle,WA
Summary
Offering experience in accounting and operations management, with a proven history of achievement and innovation coupled with an outstanding work ethic, commitment and loyalty to organizations served. Proven strong track record of effective leadership, collaborative teamwork and articulate communication. Additional talents include cultivating lasting relationships, resolving issues quickly and interpersonal skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Supervisor
Lakeside Industries, Inc.
02.2018 - 03.2024
- Process and deliver payroll for the executives totaling approximately 200 employees
- Manage the payroll specialist, ensuring timely and accurate processing for a high volume of employees
- Assist employees with resolving any payroll-related issues or concerns in a timely manner, maintaining positive relationships within the organization
- Served as primary point of contact for all interdepartmental inquiries regarding payroll policies and procedures, enhancing communication between teams.
- Collaborate with both human resources and the finance department to resolve complex payroll tax issues through research and in-depth analysis
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws by staying current on legislation changes and adjusting procedures accordingly
- Oversee the implementation of new software tools to improve the accuracy of payroll calculations for taxes withheld from employee paychecks
- Disburse and reconcile employee benefits and deductions
- Prepare all payroll taxes for Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and Federal
- Process year-end closing activities such as W-2 distribution and tax reporting reconciliation
Payroll Accountant
City of Auburn
02.2013 - 02.2018
- Oversee and review preparation of payroll, semi-monthly
- Update and maintain payroll and accounting functions
- Perform in-depth analysis and reconciliation of general ledger
- Assists in budget and CAFR preparation
- Assists state auditors on annual payroll audit
- Full understanding of payroll tax and labor laws
Payroll Specialist
City of Auburn
01.2008 - 02.2013
- Payroll preparation for over 500 employees, semi-monthly
- Full understanding of labor agreements, policies and procedures
- Preparation of grant reimbursements for labor & benefits to federal/state agencies
- Preparation of complex reports for various union, state and federal entities
- Advanced level projects requiring analysis, research and reconciliation
Payroll Specialist
Tucci & Son, Inc.
01.1998 - 01.2008
- Preparation of payroll for 200 union + non-union employees weekly
- Full understanding of union rules, regulations and wages
- Completed employment verifications
- Provided various reports
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Green River Co
KentSkills
- Payroll Software Expertise
- Timekeeping Systems
- Employee Benefits Administration
- Year-end Procedures
- Tax Compliance
- Payroll Administration Experience
- Payroll Processing
- Meeting Deadlines
- Processing Garnishments
- Policy Adherence
Technology Qualifications
Outlook, Word, Excel, Windows operating systems, UKG, Eden Inforum Gold, Telestaff, Quickbooks, Sharepoint, Quicken, Datawrite, Forefront, Vista
Professional Attributes
26 years accounting experience, including 10 years in a municipal setting., strong leadership and interpersonal skills., Dedicated to providing excellent customer service.
Timeline
Payroll Supervisor
Lakeside Industries, Inc.
02.2018 - 03.2024
Payroll Accountant
City of Auburn
02.2013 - 02.2018
Payroll Specialist
City of Auburn
01.2008 - 02.2013
Payroll Specialist
Tucci & Son, Inc.
01.1998 - 01.2008
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Green River Co
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