United States
Experienced payroll professional with over 12 years of expertise in the education management industry. I’ve had the privilege of working in multiple school districts, progressively advancing my skills and knowledge in payroll operations and leadership. Throughout my career, I’ve developed a strong working relationship with the Orange County Department of Education, with in-depth knowledge of their systems and processes. My hands-on experience spans payroll processing, policy analysis, and leading successful teams to meet organizational goals efficiently and effectively. Strong intermediate expertise in Microsoft Word and Excel and somewhat tech-savvy, using technology to improve and streamline payroll operations. With a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from California State University-Long Beach, I bring a strategic and solutions-oriented approach to my work. I’m passionate about ensuring accurate and efficient payroll operations, fostering teamwork, and contributing to the success of the organizations I serve.
-Lead and manage the Payroll Department; oversee Provide leadership, guidance, and mentor staff to promote professional growth and skill development. -Participate in the development, revision, implementation, and enforcement of payroll policies and procedures. -Stay informed with changes in payroll laws, retirement regulations, district policies and ensure compliance. -Participate in internal and external payroll audits and address any findings or discrepancies. -Lead contact for CalPERS, CalSTRS, IRS, Franchise Tax Board, EDD and SSA. -Provide financial analysis and insight related to payroll expenses, trends, forecasts to support decision-making. -Provide payroll-related reports as requested. -Prepare Quarterly Taxes, 941 Form, Schedule B. -Handle overpayment corrections and payment recovery. -Communicate with administrators, personnel, and outside organizations. -Resolve issues and conflicts with sites/departments and employees. -Coordinate payroll related operations with HR, Benefits, and IT departments. -Interview, hire, and recommend reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions.
• Supervise the operations of the Payroll Department. • Plan, organize, direct, and participate in the processing, auditing, and approval of payroll functions. • Participate in the development and implementation of department policies and procedures. • Ensure compliance with district policies and procedures, retirement reporting guidelines, state/federal laws. • Prepare Quarterly Taxes, 941 Form, Schedule B, and EDD forms. • Communicate with administrators, personnel, and outside organizations. • Resolve issues and conflicts with sites/departments and employees. • Coordinate payroll related operations with HR, Benefits, and IT departments. • Research, prepare and maintain a variety of reports. • Compile reports for administrators, auditors, subpoenas, state reporting and outside organizations. • Interview, hire, and recommend reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions. • Train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
•Oversee classified and certificated payrolls and processed payroll for salary employees •Supported the Payroll Clerk with the processing of hourly and substitute payrolls •Entered absences for 700 employees and tracked, medical leaves, differential pay, and worker’s compensation •Posted sick and vacation accruals for all district employees on a monthly basis •Processed contract adjustments, pay adjustments, and earnings corrections •Followed CA Education Codes, Contract Bargaining Agreements, and CalSTRS and CalPERS guidelines •Performed complex payroll calculations •Processed retroactive pay for reclassification and pay increases •Prepared quarterly payroll federal income tax returns •Prepared a variety of payroll related documents and complied reports for auditors •Participated in meetings, trainings, and workshops to maintain up to date with new payroll related legislations •Multi-tasked and meet strict deadlines while working under pressure
•Processed payroll, recorded and tracked accurate time and attendance for 500 classified employees •Followed strict Educational Code and CSEA union and district contract guidelines •Performed complex pay adjustment calculations •Calculated and processed retroactive pay for reclassification of positions •Completed employment verifications for third parties •Prepared quarterly payroll federal income tax returns •Kept up to date with new payroll legislation •Accounts Receivable: Record and deposited 200 retiree benefit checks into Stoneware Portal on a quarterly basis •Performed Accounts Payable duties as backup: assisted with payments of vendors, medical and utility bills, reimbursements, and employee mileage
•Assisted the Human Resources/Technology Director with the development and revision of job descriptions; collected and analyzed job descriptions and salary schedules from neighboring districts for reclassification purposes •Processed requisitions for Human Resources/Technology for the purchase of supplies and technology equipment •Maintained master records of: inter/intra district transfers, parent complaints, student suspensions, and use of facilities and district meeting schedules •Performed and recorded technology inventory •Greeted visitors and directed calls
•Assist with the preparation of materials and lessons •Formulate, implement, and direct activities •Supervise children during inside and outside play •Support developmental domains •Assist children as facilitator when asked or needed
•Assisted Business Office Manager with patient files •Processed payments and admission and discharged forms •Greeted visitors and operated the telephone and paging system