Kimberly Dash
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Seasoned Payroll Specialist bringing 15 years' experience in accounting and payroll functions. Proven history of achievement and innovation coupled with outstanding work ethic, commitment and loyalty. Strong track record of effective leadership, collaborative teamwork and articulate communication. Highly adept with key strengths in all payroll functions, including discrepancy research, regulatory guidelines adherence, complex processing procedures and year end activities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Analyst
University Of Calgary
12.2021 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing employee inquiries about paychecks or withholdings, fostering positive workplace relations.
- Managed year-end processes including T4/T4A distribution, ensuring timely delivery to employees and compliance with CRA guidelines.
- Provided backup support for fellow team members during peak periods or absences, ensuring uninterrupted payroll processing continuity.
Payroll Specialist
University Of Calgary
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Handled complex payroll situations such as overpayment calculations, garnishments, and retro payments with accuracy and professionalism.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
Office Support
Studz Renovations
09.2018 - 03.2021
- WCB, GST, Revenue Canada Payments, Invoicing, All administrative duties for small business, QuickBooks for Business
Senior Payroll Accountant
Shaw Communications
11.2012 - 09.2018
- Reconciliations for all GL accounts related to payroll, including Unions, Garnishments and Benefits, Journal Entries, for payroll accounts including inter-company entries,
- Payments to 3rd parties (WCB, CRA, Benefits, Unions), Various payroll related projects, including implementation of new Service Awards program, Acquisitions and integrations of companies,
- Training and overseeing work of payroll accounting team.
- Board of Directors and US employees (15) payroll
- Implementation of TFSA & long service awards program/ software.
- Taxable Benefits Expert
- Managed multi-province payroll activities, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations and labor laws.
- Ensured accurate tax filings for the company by diligently reviewing and reconciling quarterly and annual payroll reports. T4 creation for all 10 000+ employees.
- Established strong working relationships with multiple departments within the organization to facilitate seamless collaboration on cross-functional projects impacting payroll functions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal tax law changes affecting payroll operations, ensuring ongoing compliance across all business locations.
Payroll Accountant
Shaw Communications
07.2010 - 11.2012
- Integration of a new benefits program, taxable benefits specialist, updating and testing of payroll system from an accounting perspective.
- Imputing Union data into payroll system from 3rd party payroll company.
- Completing all year end remittances and payments for various 3rd parties (Pension, WCB and Union), CSB program administrator.
- Loading payroll data to the finance system, including fixing of all general ledger errors
Payroll Auditor
Shaw Communications
12.2008 - 07.2010
- Auditing of all Payroll Accounts, Auditing of all Payroll Related Data Entry (New Hires, Position Changes, and Terminations), Auditing of Bi-weekly and Semi-monthly payroll, 3rd Party Payments, Loading Data from 3rd parties to Payroll System
Education
Payroll Management Certificate -
Canadian Payroll Association
Payroll Compliance Practitioner -
Canadian Payroll Association
Business Management Diploma -
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, ABSkills
- Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environment
- Strong Knowledge of Year End Process
- Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
- Experience with audits (WCB AB, CRA and MHT)
- Experienced at Building Relationships with other Teams (Finance, HR, and Marketing)
- Open to Change and Working More Efficiently
- Strong Team Player
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Customer Service
- Vast Experience with Acquisitions
- Working with Unions and Garnishees
- Reconciliations and Reporting
- VIP, ADP, Ceridian, PeopleSoft, Oracle
- T4/T4A Balancing and Remitting
- Teamwork orientation
- Payroll Tax Filing
Timeline
Payroll Analyst
University Of Calgary
12.2021 - Current
Payroll Specialist
University Of Calgary
03.2021 - 12.2021
Office Support
Studz Renovations
09.2018 - 03.2021
Senior Payroll Accountant
Shaw Communications
11.2012 - 09.2018
Payroll Accountant
Shaw Communications
07.2010 - 11.2012
Payroll Auditor
Shaw Communications
12.2008 - 07.2010
Payroll Management Certificate -
Canadian Payroll Association
Payroll Compliance Practitioner -
Canadian Payroll Association
Business Management Diploma -
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
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