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Yoselin Knecht

Grand Terrace,CA

Summary

Experienced payroll specialist with a keen eye for detail. Proficient in accurately managing payroll information across various organizations. Skilled in resolving complex payroll issues, addressing inquiries, and enforcing company policies for compliance.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Specialist

Inland Regional Center
09.2022 - Current
  • Managed bi-weekly payroll using Kronos software, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Conducted audits on over 900 timecards, verifying hours worked for precise compensation
  • Assisted employees with payroll inquiries, providing clear explanations and solutions
  • Reconciled invoices for employee benefits, ensuring accurate accounting
  • Processed final checks for terminations, complying with policies and regulations
  • Resolved payroll procedure issues, improving accuracy and efficiency
  • Managed leave time for 80+ employees, adhering to policies and regulations
  • Provided support to team members for payroll functions
  • Completed month-end reporting and reconciliations for accuracy
  • Conducted sessions during new staff orientation on timecard system usage
  • Verified and tracked vacation/PTO hours for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
  • Entered and verified hours from clients' timecards into spreadsheets, ensuring precision and completeness of data
  • Researched and resolved reconciliation discrepancies, using analytical skills to identify root causes and implement corrective measures
  • Voided necessary checks on the payroll account, following established procedures and protocols.

Payroll Administrative

Priority Workforce
01.2019 - 09.2022
  • ● Verified and tracked vacation/PTO hours for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • ● Entered and verified hours from clients' timecards into spreadsheets, ensuring precision and completeness of data.
  • ● Researched and resolved reconciliation discrepancies, using analytical skills to identify root causes and implement corrective measures.
  • ● Voided necessary checks on the payroll account, following established procedures and protocols.
  • ● Processed new hire packets within the payroll systems, ensuring seamless integration of employee data and compliance with onboarding procedures.
  • ● Stayed up-to-date with changes in payroll regulations and best practices, maintaining compliance and optimizing payroll processes accordingly.
  • ● Collaborated with the HR department to ensure accurate employee information and promptly resolve any payroll-related issues.
  • ● Assisted employees with payroll questions, inquiries, and concerns, providing clear explanations and solutions to address their needs.
  • ● Assisted in creating training materials for various UKG modules for employees, managers, and timekeepers, facilitating effective utilization of payroll systems and processes.

HR Assistant

Global Store Supply
05.2015 - 12.2018
  • Processed new hire packets within the payroll systems, ensuring seamless integration of employee data and compliance with onboarding procedures
  • Stayed up-to-date with changes in payroll regulations and best practices, maintaining compliance and optimizing payroll processes accordingly
  • Collaborated with the HR department to ensure accurate employee information and promptly resolve any payroll-related issues
  • Assisted employees with payroll questions, inquiries, and concerns, providing clear explanations and solutions to address their needs
  • Assisted in creating training materials for various UKG modules for employees, managers, and timekeepers, facilitating effective utilization of payroll systems and processes
  • Conducted exit interviews and analyzed results to uncover trends and identify areas of improvement in the workplace
  • Updated job descriptions and job postings to ensure legal compliance and attract qualified candidates
  • Developed and maintained HR databases and records, ensuring data accuracy and privacy standards were met
  • Assisted with performance reviews and provided feedback to employees to support professional growth
  • Developed a rewards and recognition program to motivate employees and increase job satisfaction
  • Organized and maintained personnel records including new hire paperwork and changes to employment status
  • Drafted letters of offer to new hires outlining terms of employment
  • Managed employee onboarding program for new hires ensuring completion of all required documents.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Business Management

California State University - Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA
06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting

San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA
06.2022

Skills

  • Multi-State Payroll
  • New Employee Processing
  • Payroll Policies and Procedures
  • Data Reconciliation
  • Payroll Administration
  • Audit Support
  • Payroll Auditing

Timeline

Payroll Specialist

Inland Regional Center
09.2022 - Current

Payroll Administrative

Priority Workforce
01.2019 - 09.2022

HR Assistant

Global Store Supply
05.2015 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Business Management

California State University - Channel Islands

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting

San Bernardino Valley College
Yoselin Knecht