ARLETTE ALVARADO
Sherman Oaks,CA
Summary
Proactive Payroll and Benefits Professional with 7 years of experience driving end-to-end payroll and benefits operations, including HRIS implementations, process optimizations, and multi-state payroll management. Known for delivering accurate, timely results under pressure while ensuring compliance and confidentiality. Skilled at streamlining workflows, leading system rollouts, and resolving complex payroll and benefits challenges. Adept at collaborating across teams and translating technical processes into actionable solutions. Seeking to leverage expertise in payroll, benefits, and system implementations to drive efficiency, accuracy, and impact in a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PAYROLL AND BENEFITS PROFESSIONAL
CNM LLP
Woodland Hills, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Serve as a payroll and benefits subject-matter expert, managing bi-weekly, full-cycle payroll for employees and partners, including off-cycle payments such as bonuses, commissions, draws, and reimbursements.
- Support payroll system configuration and maintenance by validating earnings, deductions, benefits, and tax setups to ensure accurate system outputs.
- Administer employee benefit programs, including health, retirement, and supplemental plans, ensuring correct system enrollment, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead open enrollment and benefits plan changes, including system updates, testing, and post-implementation validation.
- Perform regular payroll and benefits audits and reconciliations to identify discrepancies, troubleshoot system issues, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to support payroll system enhancements, issue resolution, and process optimization initiatives.
- Provide end-user support and guidance on payroll and benefits system functionality, contributing to smooth change management and adoption.
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Flynt Management
Century City, CA
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Payroll processing for over 3000 multi-state employees at Flynt. Collaborated with store managers and accounting teams to generate reports and conduct audits. Resolved payroll discrepancies and provided support for inquiries to enhance operational efficiency.
HR AND PAYROLL COORDINATOR
Nissan Motor Group
Mission Hills, CA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Processed payroll for 2000 employees across three dealership locations. Managed live check runs and followed a structured bonus schedule. Assisted with new employee onboarding and conducted interviews. Maintained accurate employee records within the HRIS system. Supported benefits administration and collaborated with management to address payroll and HR-related issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Cal State Northridge
Northridge, CA06.2022
Skills
- Payroll & Benefits Administration (Multi-State)
- Payroll Tax Compliance & Reporting
- HRIS & Payroll Systems (Workday, ADP,Paylocity )
- Payroll Audits, Reconciliations & Data Integrity
- Open Enrollment & Benefits Administration
- Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Certification
- Payroll Certification | Skill Path - 2023
- Payroll and Tax Fundamentals | Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP). - 2025
Timeline
PAYROLL AND BENEFITS PROFESSIONAL
CNM LLP
01.2023 - Current
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Flynt Management
01.2021 - 01.2023
HR AND PAYROLL COORDINATOR
Nissan Motor Group
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Cal State Northridge