Noemi Medina
Grand Terrace
Summary
Detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Specialist with over 4 years of progressive experience managing payroll operations, auditing payroll data, and ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Proven ability to maintain accurate employee records, streamline payroll processing, and resolve discrepancies in fast-paced environments. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll systems with a demonstrated commitment to data integrity and confidentiality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Payroll Specialist
McLane Company Inc.
San Bernardino
01.2023 - Current
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 300+ employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Maintain updated employee records for tax exemptions, transfers, and separations
- Audit time sheets, PTO balances, and sick leave to reconcile discrepancies
- Collaborate with HR on employee lifecycle updates (new hires, terminations, promotions)
- Review and distribute payroll checks in alignment with corporate policies
- Assist with payroll audits by preparing reports and records upon request
Payroll Specialist
Rolling Green Inc.
San Bernardino
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Handled payroll processing for salaried and hourly staff; reviewed timekeeping for accuracy
- Trained employees on payroll software and timekeeping systems
- Responded to inquiries regarding deductions, direct deposits, and payroll discrepancies
- Ensured data confidentiality and compliance with all wage and hour regulations
HR Assistant
Rolling Green Inc.
San Bernardino
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Processed onboarding paperwork, terminations, and benefit updates
- Assisted with payroll input and compliance audits
- Maintained up-to-date employee files in line with legal requirements
Education
High School Diploma -
Patriot High School
Riverside, CASkills
- Payroll Processing & Compliance
- Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Filters)
- Timesheet Audits & Data Entry
- SAP (familiarity)
- Payroll Software
- GL Reporting Assistance
- Tax, Garnishment, PTO & Benefit Deductions
- Employee Expense Reports
- Confidential Data Management
- Team Collaboration & Process Improvement
- Payroll compliance
- Attention to detail
- Payroll policies and procedures
- Ten-key operator
- Timekeeping accuracy
- Employee record management
- Collaboration with HR
- Effective communication
- Financial reports
- Payroll documentation
- Daily payroll activities
- Exceptionally organized
Additional Information
Based in California; available for hybrid work, Familiar with SAP/SuccessFactors interface & GL reporting collaboration, Strong ethics, excellent prioritization, and commitment to continuous improvement
Timeline
Transportation Payroll Specialist
McLane Company Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Payroll Specialist
Rolling Green Inc.
03.2021 - 11.2022
HR Assistant
Rolling Green Inc.
11.2020 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Patriot High School