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Tamara Harris

Dallas,TX

Summary

Highly analytical, deadline-driven payroll professional who completes accounting, payroll and tax activities with accuracy and speed. Motivated individual with the strong work ethic and sense of ownership needed to excel in fast paced environments. Client-oriented, highly driven tax specialist constantly seeks challenge and opportunity for self improvement.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Analyst

Cooks Childrens Hospital
11.2023 - Current
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
  • Investigated new and emerging software applications to select and implement administrative information systems.
  • Analyzed work to generate logic for new systems, procedures and tests.
  • Conducted data modeling, performance and integration testing.
  • Used standard document management tools to register documents and maintain databases used to produce logs, transmittal receipts and other reports.

Payroll Tax Specialist

Selene Finance
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Audit and validate liabilities transmitted by ADP/ Researches and reconciles tax returns/address agency notices, balance invoicing and resolve payment discrepancies/
  • Reviewed and reconcile monthly, quarterly and annual filings as prepared by ADP/Identifies and prepares new state and local withholding and unemployment registration accounts with various taxing jurisdictions/ Researches new/revised tax,payroll and legislative changes
  • Maintains tax compliance issues Gather data to support internal/external audits.
  • Ensures that all transactions are properly supported and are in accordance with GAAP.
  • Conducted payroll tax research and analysis to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws.
  • Prepared and submitted accurate and timely payroll tax returns, including W-2s, 1099s, and quarterly filings.
  • Resolved payroll tax discrepancies and responded to tax notices from government agencies.
  • Assisted with payroll tax audits and provided support during internal and external audits.
  • Collaborated with payroll and accounting teams to reconcile payroll tax accounts and resolve variances.
  • Monitored changes in payroll tax regulations and communicated updates to stakeholders.

Payroll Tax Analyst

Arcosa
06.2022 - 11.2022
  • Leveraged cloud-based payroll software to streamline tax calculations and filings, ensuring data security and compliance with cloud storage protocols, utilizing Saas for real-time tax updates and automation of payroll processes.
  • Collaborated with IT Teams to integrate cloud and Saas solutions into existing systems, and stayed informing on best practices for optimizing cloud and Saas tools for payroll tax management.
  • Audit employee changes/ Enter employee time into software/ Audited Vacation Balances monthly/Imported payroll into software via ADP/ Semi-monthly payroll for 4000+ employees/ Monthly Bonus payrolls/ Insurance Reconciliations/ Direct Deposit transfers/ Tax payments/Quarter end filing/Successful communication with managers, department heads and executives/Set up of new earning and deduction codes at company level
  • Termination, out of cycle checks and manual checks
  • Answering all questions with regard to payroll tax.
  • Maintained extremely sensitive/confidential information
  • Completed payroll accruals/journal entries/GL reconciliation
  • Calculated and accurately withheld payroll taxes, including income taxes, Social Security taxes, and Medicare taxes, for diverse workforce.
  • Prepared and filed quarterly and annual payroll tax returns, such as Form 941 and Form 940, meeting all deadlines and maintaining accurate records.
  • Resolved complex payroll tax issues, collaborating with tax authorities, HR department, and finance team to address discrepancies and inquiries.
  • Conducted periodic audits of payroll tax processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing streamlined procedures to enhance efficiency.

Payroll Specialist

Prolink
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 3000 + employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, medicare, and various employee deductions, annuity contributions and retirement plan withholdings.
  • Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
  • Uploaded time records into Workday and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Managed payroll for organization of Prolink personnel.
  • Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using Workday Kronos and processed payroll to meet present requirements.
  • Checked figures, postings and accounting journals for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper coding.
  • Maintained consistent knowledge of multi-state and local tax regulations.
  • Managed time entry batch for system-wide leave entered and changes, imported data for correct salary rate and monthly leave without pay (LWOP)
  • Collaborated with Human Resources, accounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.

Payroll Specialist

Mastec
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managed team of six payroll specialists.
  • Addressed client complaints and concerns.
  • Provided guidance to team members in maintaining data integrity and general support.
  • Completed reviews/monthly one on ones
  • Interviewed potential candidates
  • Held regular group meetings/trainings
  • Maintained timekeeping system.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
  • Monitored compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Developed and maintained internal control processes, document procedures and identification of areas to improve internal controls and implementation of policy change.
  • Implemented and routinely tested internal controls over tax compliance process.
  • Facilitated balancing of agency funds through pivot table development and processing.
  • Coordinated bi-weekly payroll for up to 600 personnel

Garnishment Specialist

One Source Virtual
02.2019 - 10.2019
  • Set up wage garnishments resulting from child support orders and tax levies, etc.
  • Reviewed, computed and corrected payroll errors to improve accuracy of garnishments.
  • Investigated instances of incorrect garnishment documentation. Entered and tracked payroll deductions and processing of garnishments.
  • Provided customer support to employees by answering garnishmentrelated inquiries.
  • Maintained employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential.
  • Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
  • Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels

Payroll Specialist

Parallon Healthcare
05.2016 - 12.2018
  • Processed payroll for 8,000+ employees using Kronos and Lawson payroll system, ensuring accurate and timely payment.
  • Utilized Kronos and Lawson to manage employee time and attendance, accurately tracking hours worked and applying appropriate pay rules.
  • Conducted regular audits to verify payroll data integrity and compliance with company policies and regulations.
  • Conducted regular audits and reconciliations to ensure data accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Processing of PTO, manual checks, retro pay, termination checks, vacation payout, bonuses and commissions Communicated with tax agencies for resolution of tax disputes.
  • Maintained data integrity of client database.
  • Assisted accounts payable in sorting invoices, verifying accuracy and forwarding on to appropriate department for approval.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakeview Centennial High School, United States
Garland, TX
05.2008

Skills

  • Multi-state
  • 11,000 employees
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Intense Audit
  • Formal Training
  • Workday HCM Analytics
  • 4 Years payroll experience
  • ADP/Paychex/Oracle/Workday/UKG/Ceridian
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Team Building Leader
  • Union/Certified Payroll
  • Oracle

Timeline

Payroll Analyst

Cooks Childrens Hospital
11.2023 - Current

Payroll Tax Specialist

Selene Finance
11.2022 - 06.2023

Payroll Tax Analyst

Arcosa
06.2022 - 11.2022

Payroll Specialist

Prolink
06.2021 - 02.2022

Payroll Specialist

Mastec
12.2019 - 01.2021

Garnishment Specialist

One Source Virtual
02.2019 - 10.2019

Payroll Specialist

Parallon Healthcare
05.2016 - 12.2018

High School Diploma -

Lakeview Centennial High School, United States

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