TAMMY Tidwell
Weatherford
Summary
Detail-oriented Payroll Specialist well versed in processing payroll from data entry to direct deposit for over 100 employees including full time and part time. Experienced in government funded higher education payroll services and timely compliance with reporting to the state for different retirement groups.
Meticulous accounting professional bringing 20 years of experience in managing financial records and ensuring accuracy in bookkeeping tasks and quarterly reporting of federal reports including 940, 941, TWC and W-2's for our own trucking business. Strong Quickbooks and Microsoft Excel proficiency with precise and accurate nature. Expertise in financial data entry and record-keeping with an exceptional attention to detail and reconciliation processes..
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper
RFTL Trucking, LLC
05.2006 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Maintained compliance with tax laws, ensuring timely filing of all required documents.
- Facilitated better cash management, closely monitored cash flow statements.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Quickbooks.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
Payroll Specialist
Weatherford College
08.2000 - 03.2013
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Collaborated with HR to integrate benefits administration into payroll system, ensuring accurate deduction and contribution calculations.
- 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.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 200 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1099s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
- Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping and accurate reporting.
- Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Conducted regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts related to payroll transactions for accurate financial reporting purposes.
- Implemented direct deposit options for employees, increasing convenience and improving overall satisfaction levels.
- Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
- Partnered with external auditors during annual audit cycles, ensuring accurate representation of payroll records.
Insurance Specialist
Farmers Insurance Company
09.1997 - 07.2000
- Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
- Resolved discrepancies in insurance payments by collaborating with carriers.
- Reduced claims processing time by effectively collaborating with adjusters, claimants, and internal departments.
- Simplified complex insurance concepts for clients, facilitating informed decision-making regarding policy options.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
Horsemans Bookkeeper
Trinity Meadows Raceway
08.1987 - 05.1997
- Managed incoming payments from horsemen, ensuring prompt deposit of funds to their account.
- Posted and managed winnings into horsemen's accounts.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable state regulations.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by automating routine bookkeeping tasks.
- Reduced errors in financial statements with meticulous attention to detail during data entry.
- Optimized financial data accuracy, conducted thorough checks and balances.
- Responsible for accepting and processing withdrawals from horsemen's accounts.
- Responsible for accepting and processing deposits to the horsemen's accounts and then to the company bank account.
Education
Certificate - Accounting
Weatherford College
Weatherford, Texas05-2004
High School Diploma -
Westbury High School
Houston, Texas05-1981
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Quickbooks
- Bank statement reconciliation
- Payroll processing
- Account reconciliation
- Financial reporting
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Exceptional organization
- Microsoft Excel
- Cash flow management
- Superior attention to detail
Timeline
Bookkeeper
RFTL Trucking, LLC
05.2006 - Current
Payroll Specialist
Weatherford College
08.2000 - 03.2013
Insurance Specialist
Farmers Insurance Company
09.1997 - 07.2000
Horsemans Bookkeeper
Trinity Meadows Raceway
08.1987 - 05.1997
Certificate - Accounting
Weatherford College
High School Diploma -
Westbury High School