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Michael Bentley

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Dedicated Payroll & Benefits Manager with successful background as first point of contact for employee-related issues. Adept at successfully solving complex problems. Knowledgeable of employee benefits packages including insurance, retirement accounts and employee assistance programs. Dedicated to keeping payroll operations compliant with regulations. Proficient in processing garnishments, calculating leave and applying deductions. Excellent problem-solving, report writing and recordkeeping abilities. Efficient Payroll Administrator knowledgeable about managing payroll for up to 150 employees each period. Adept at reviewing and correcting records, processing payments and funding accounts. Ready to bring 14+ years of progressive experience to a new permanent role.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Payroll & Benefits Manager

Granville Entertainment Corp
04.2009 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal and provincial laws and regulations.
  • Documented and processed all garnishments orders.
  • Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
  • Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet stakeholder expectations.
  • Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
  • Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
  • Generated reports to track employee time and attendance.
  • Maintained employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Manager

Roxy Cabaret Ltd
11.2001 - 07.2008
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Business Owner

North Shore Fitness Club
01.1997 - 09.2001
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.

Education

Payroll Compliance Practitioner - Candidate - Payroll

National Payroll Institute
Toronto, ON
11.2023

No Degree - Introduction To Accounting

Brighton College
Burnaby, BC
06.2023

Skills

  • Office Equipment
  • Medical Insurance Understanding
  • Human Resources Department Processes
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Company Policy Adherence
  • Administering Payroll
  • Tracking Leave
  • Manager Coaching and Training
  • Benefit Auditing
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Rate Changes
  • Workers Compensation
  • Personnel Records
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Correspondence Writing
  • Financial Transactions
  • Employment Law Compliance
  • Organizational Systems
  • Payroll Policies and Procedures
  • Production Payroll Processing
  • Employee Timesheet Processing
  • Benefits and Compensation Management
  • Processing Garnishments
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Legal Requirements
  • Account Analysis
  • Office Supplies and Inventory
  • Hiring and Terminations
  • Implementation Skills
  • Data Collection
  • Contract Review
  • Benefit Policy Interpretation
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Human Resources Policy Development
  • Administrative Support
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Maintaining Employee Records
  • Benefits and Payroll Coordination
  • Mathematical Accuracy
  • Data Management Software
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Check Processing
  • Due Diligence
  • Resolving Payroll Problems
  • Resolving Discrepancies
  • Payroll Auditing
  • Data Review
  • New Hire Processing
  • Data Entry Abilities
  • Proficient in ADP Payroll System
  • Reviewing Time Sheets
  • Calculating Deductions
  • Upgrading Systems
  • HR Support
  • Bookkeeping Skills
  • Data Management
  • Payroll Processing
  • Reporting Abilities
  • Internal Controls and Reporting Systems
  • Typing and 10-Key Entry
  • Word Processing
  • Cost Control and Reduction
  • Human Resources Knowledge
  • Account Analysis Expertise
  • Documentation

Certification

  • Self Service Power BI Certified, Skillwave - 2022

Volunteer

Starting Aug 2018 I played an integral role in achieving the designation of Professional Sports Organization (PSO) for the sport of Muay Thai in British Columbia. Currently my volunteer positions include Treasurer and Sanction Manager for Muaythai BC.

Timeline

Payroll & Benefits Manager

Granville Entertainment Corp
04.2009 - Current

Manager

Roxy Cabaret Ltd
11.2001 - 07.2008

Business Owner

North Shore Fitness Club
01.1997 - 09.2001

Payroll Compliance Practitioner - Candidate - Payroll

National Payroll Institute

No Degree - Introduction To Accounting

Brighton College
Michael Bentley