Thomas Sanchez
Dallas,TX
Summary
Payroll Lead with experience managing multi-entity payroll operations, overseeing weekly and semi-monthly payroll for over 750 associates across six dealerships with additional backup support for more than 1200 associates across 5 dealerships. Trusted partner to Payroll and Human Resources leadership with hands on experience supporting the entirety of the employee lifecycle from onboarding to terminations, including compensation changes, promotions, terminations, benefits deductions, wages and hours compliance. Being a strong mentor for new payroll team members while creating a positive, collaborative work environment. Recipient of the 2025 Joe Diggs Extra Mile Award, our company's most prestigious recognition for employees who consistently go above and beyond, and show up with a positive attitude every day. Seeking a more HR centric role to better expand on my employee relations experience, compliance, and HR operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Lead
Sewell Automotive Companies
Dallas , TX
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted Payroll Manager by guiding Payroll Specialists on complex dealership payroll issues.
- Managed end-to-end payroll processing for six dealerships, ensuring accuracy and compliance for 756 associates.
- Supported new hire integration in Payroll Department through mentorship and training.
- Served as backup for five additional dealerships, overseeing payroll for a total of 1,964 associates.
- Partnered with Human Resources to manage employee lifecycle events, including promotions and terminations.
- Ensured payroll practices complied with federal and state laws, including FLSA and overtime regulations.
- Handled employee relations regarding pay discrepancies, garnishments, and policy inquiries with discretion.
- Collaborated with HR and dealership leadership to implement compensation changes and specific pay structures.
Payroll Specialist
Sewell Automotive Companies
Dallas, TX
05.2021 - Current
- Manage payroll processes for four dealerships, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.
- Collaborate with management teams on income restructuring and departmental reorganizations.
- Coordinate closely with Human Resources to manage sensitive employee data and benefits updates.
- Assist in organizing health screening clinics and managing random drug screenings for compliance.
- Administer automotive benefit program, tracking allowances and leases to enhance employee satisfaction.
- Facilitate Child Support payments via Expert Pay, ensuring timely disbursements as per legal standards.
- Work with payroll specialists to streamline processes across all Sewell dealerships, boosting efficiency.
Benefits Coordinator
Paycom
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed client benefits enrollment in Paycom system, ensuring accurate and timely setup for diverse clients.
- Collaborated with team to manage high client volume, demonstrating organizational and teamwork skills.
- Interpreted and analyzed insurance data from multiple carriers to determine optimal implementation strategies.
- Hosted open enrollment meetings with clients, providing clear communication and support throughout process.
- Coordinated with internal and external teams to set up products within established deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining current industry knowledge and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05-2019
Skills
- Payroll administration
- Benefits analysis
- Human resources collaboration
- Employee relations
- Training and mentorship
- Team collaboration
- UKG Pro
- Paycom Payroll
- HRIS Systems
- Effective communication
- Compensation structuring
- Compliance management
Accomplishments
Joe Diggs Extra Mile Award 2025 - Sewell Associates who go above and beyond, and those who show up with a positive attitude.
Timeline
Payroll Lead
Sewell Automotive Companies
02.2025 - Current
Payroll Specialist
Sewell Automotive Companies
05.2021 - Current
Benefits Coordinator
Paycom
09.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Oklahoma State University