Tina Classen
Topeka
Summary
Results-driven professional with experience supporting accounting operations, client services, and payroll processing across diverse industries. Recognized for delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments, skilled in performing calculations, analyzing information, optimizing processes, and solving complex problems. Collaborative team player and independent thinker committed to achieving business objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
PAYROLL MANAGER – PAYCOR SPECIALIST – CERTIFIED PAYCOR HR AND PAYROLL PRO
doodie calls
St Petersburg
07.2024 - Current
- Directed the processing of weekly, multi-state payroll for 400 employees which involved reconciling and importing timecards, calculating and entering bonuses, and formulating retroactive and retirement pay.
- Computed new hire pay, termination pay, and time in service/merit raises as well as reconciled and created payment reports for 125 retirement accounts.
- Generated and distributed payroll checks, confirming timely transfers of direct deposits to employee accounts.
- Verified income and garnishments, ensuring accurate entry of withholdings and deductions in payroll software.
- Addressed inquiries and resolved issues for employees, fostering positive and professional relationships.
- Assisted in the HR area with onboarding and developing all Paycor functions.
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Envision Technology Group
Overland Park
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Exhibit expertise in overseeing the full payroll cycle for 60 employees on a weekly basis, including calculating and recording bonuses, retroactive pay, and retirement pay.
- Oversaw preparation and remittance of taxes and annuities, tracked direct deposits to proper accounts, and distributed payroll checks to employees.
- Calculated new hire and termination pay using complex calculations based on time in service and merit raises.
- Review, confirm, and import time data into Paylocity and Foundation software, ensuring withholdings, dedications, and garnishments are entered accurately and efficiently.
- Presided over accounts payable and accounts receivable departments, processing invoices, submitting billings to general contractors, and managing retainage.
- Communicated with staff and company owners to coordinate and streamline daily operations.
- Conduct new hire onboarding and background checks and provide results to HR for entry into employee files.
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Westar Foods, Inc.
Overland Park
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Directed the processing of bi-weekly, multi-state payroll for 600 employees which involved reconciling and importing time cards, calculating and entering bonuses, and formulating retroactive and retirement pay.
- Computed new hire pay, termination pay, and time in service/merit raises as well as reconciled and created payment reports for 125 retirement accounts.
- Executed income verifications and garnishments, ensuring accurate entry of withholdings, deductions, and garnishments in payroll software.
- Distributed payroll checks and confirmed successful direct deposit transfers into employee accounts.
- Delivered customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving employee issues, fostering positive professional relationships.
SENIOR CLIENT SUPPORT ANALYST/ONBOARDING AMBASSADOR
Paycor, Inc.
Lenexa
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Ensured client satisfaction by serving as a trusted payroll advisor and recommending suitable product changes.
- Fielded client queries on navigating payroll software and educated new business contacts on utilizing Paycor software and payroll processes, enhancing user experience.
- Partnered with HR and Time & Attendance teams to address client needs, facilitating timely resolution of issues.
- Administered payroll posting process and performed maintenance and updates for assigned client base, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
ACCOUNT AND BUSINESS MANAGER
The Trading Institute
Kansas City
12.2008 - 12.2018
- Managed eCommerce business development and digital marketing efforts, including SEO and email campaigns, while delivering service and support to local and international clients.
- Performed reconciliations of credit card settlements, bank accounts, and wire transfers, entering financial data into QuickBooks for accurate financial reporting.
- Supported two Executives by coordinating daily operations, including scheduling and travel arrangements.
LIFESPA/SALON DEPARTMENT HEAD AND REGIONAL TRAINING LEAD
Lifetime Fitness
Houston
10.2007 - 12.2009
Education
Licensed Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist -
Aveda Institute
Denver, CO01-2009
Degree - Business Management
Brown Mackie Business School
Salina, KS01-1986
Skills
- Payroll software expertise
- Payroll processing
- Payroll tax filings
- Multi-state payroll
- Payroll processing
- Payroll document management
- Payroll administration
- Tax compliance
- Employee Engagement
- Employee Relations
- Payroll Workflow Management
- Tax law
- Accounting Operations Management
- Accounts Receivable/Payable
- Financial Reporting
- Financial reporting
- Accounting procedures
- Documentation expertise
- Relationship management
- Data management
- Problem resolution
- Onboarding process
- Workflow coordination
- Check processing
- Calculating deductions
- Recordkeeping skills
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Year-end procedures
- Payroll Compliance Monitoring
- New hire processing
- Maintaining employee records
- Resolving payroll problems
- Resolving discrepancies
- Unemployment benefits claims
- Payroll Calculations
- Recordkeeping
- Due diligence
- Project Management
- Payroll documentation
- Customer Service & Support
- Relationship Management
- Customer relationship management
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Strength in research
- HR Compliance
- Effective communication
- Account Reconciliation
- Benefit Administration
- Problem Solving
- Payroll training
- HR support
- Mathematics
- Upgrading systems
- Mathematics
- Accounting principles
- Payroll filings
- Data analysis
- Reporting
- Payroll processing
- Payroll training
- Relationship building
Additional Information - Technical Proficiencies
- Microsoft Office Suite
- QuickBooks
- Paycom
- Paycor
- Ellucian Payroll Software
- Peachtree
- Infusionsoft
- Outlook
- Salonbiz
- EDEN Accounting Software
- ADP Payroll and Timekeeping
- Viventium System Navigation
- Paylocity
- Foundation Construction Software
Timeline
PAYROLL MANAGER – PAYCOR SPECIALIST – CERTIFIED PAYCOR HR AND PAYROLL PRO
doodie calls
07.2024 - Current
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Envision Technology Group
07.2022 - 03.2024
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Westar Foods, Inc.
08.2021 - 06.2022
SENIOR CLIENT SUPPORT ANALYST/ONBOARDING AMBASSADOR
Paycor, Inc.
12.2018 - 02.2020
ACCOUNT AND BUSINESS MANAGER
The Trading Institute
12.2008 - 12.2018
LIFESPA/SALON DEPARTMENT HEAD AND REGIONAL TRAINING LEAD
Lifetime Fitness
10.2007 - 12.2009
Licensed Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist -
Aveda Institute
Degree - Business Management
Brown Mackie Business School