Payroll professional with robust background in payroll administration and regulatory compliance, driving accuracy and efficiency in payroll processes. Known for collaborative efforts and reliability in adapting to changing organizational needs. Skilled in payroll software and maintaining confidentiality, valued for high standards and results-oriented approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Specialist
Valley Children’s Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Payroll processing for 3,000+ employees for multiple companies
Processing payroll taxes and reconciliation
Review employee timecards for accuracy
Research inquiries from employees in a timely matter
Process timecard correction requests to insure all employees are paid wages for all time worked
Process termination checks
Weekly processing and reconciliation of retirement plans to be sent third party vendors
Working with IT to resolve issues with timekeeping system (UKG)
Working on implementation team to build and test new HCM system to go live Jan 2026
Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
Exported timecard information into Lawson and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
Managed garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
Proactively identified opportunities for process improvement and implemented changes to enhance overall efficiency within the payroll function.
Trained new employee's in payroll department on payroll processing procedures
HR Coordinator
Cen Cal Builders & Developers, Inc.
01.2021 - 06.2022
Human Resources, employee onboarding and benefits
Processing of workers compensation claims
Payroll processing for 600+ employees including prevailing wage
Payment of all taxes, quarterlies, and yearly tax filing
Credit card reconciliation and payments
Organization of vehicle and equipment insurance, DMV transfers and tracking of assets
Personal assistant for CEO, personal errands, and travel arrangements
Scheduling and event planning for wedding venue owned by CEO
Customer Service, answering phones
Organizing and execution of company parties
Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
Maintained accurate employee records in HRIS systems, enabling efficient data retrieval for reporting purposes.
Evaluated timecards for accuracy on regular and overtime hours.
Managed employee relations issues with tact, conducting investigations and providing guidance to managers for resolution.
Budget Analyst
California Builder Services
11.2016 - 12.2021
Customer Service and working directly with developers, attorneys, and engineers
Completed estimates and takeoffs
Researched and requested quotes
Created start up homeowner’s association budgets
Worked closely with the Department of Real Estate to guarantee approval of budgets
Worked with attorney’s and clients to determine would be required to be privately maintained versus publicly maintained
Creating proposal for new clients
Hiring and interviewing
Managed team members and created a training program for onboarding new employees
Administrative Coordinator
Anderson Striping & Construction, Inc.
10.2012 - 11.2016
Human Resources, hiring, interviewing, background checks
Contracts specialist and COI requests
Handling all aspects of insurance, renewal of general liability, workers compensation and employee benefits
Workers Comp claim
Purchasing
A/P, A/R, collections
Specialty billing for multiple types of customers from local to corporate
Preliminary liens and Mechanics liens
Banking and bank reconciliations
Payroll, payment of all taxes, quarterlies, and yearly tax filing
Prevailing wage requirements and reporting, CAC2 payments
Knowledge of required documentation for contractor licensing in CA, OR, NV, WA
Estimating for corporate customers
Scheduling and gather job specific documents to make sure crews could perform job accurately and efficiently
Cleaning and organizing
Answered phone calls and responded to inquiries from customers, vendors and other external contacts.
Managed and maintained electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
Enhanced communication between departments with timely and accurate preparation of reports and documents.
Managed calendars, scheduled appointments, and coordinated travel arrangements for traveling members.
Increased team productivity with effective delegation of tasks and prioritization of responsibilities.
Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative processes and procedures.
Organized successful events by overseeing logistics, managing vendors, and coordinating promotional efforts.
Assistant Office Manager
L&L Interiors, Inc.
04.2008 - 11.2012
A/P, A/R, collections
Customer Service
Answering Phones
Preliminary liens
Typing of customer proposals
Workers Comp claims
Payroll, taxes, and quarterlies
Mentor/Trainer
HP
03.2011 - 08.2011
Train all medical staff at Avenal State Prison on new eUHR system to transfer all inmate medical records to electronic files
Receptionist
John Birdsell Construction
07.2005 - 04.2008
Customer Service
Answering phones
Payroll
Processed New hire paperwork
Safety Coordinator
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
06-2026
High School Diploma -
Buchanan High School
Clovis, CA
01.2003
Skills
Accounts payable, receivables and purchasing
Customer service, management, and team building
High knowledge of Microsoft Office
UKG, Lawson, Kronos, Workday American Contractor, QuickBooks, and Construction Partner software experience