Dynamic Payroll Specialist with a proven track record at ADP, adept in payroll processing and data security. Enhanced accuracy through rigorous audits, reducing errors significantly. Strong communicator, fostering employee trust and relations while ensuring compliance with legal standards. Proficient in Excel and committed to continuous improvement in HR practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Payroll Specialist
Automatic Data Processing, ADP
01.2024 - Current
Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
Managed payroll data entry and processing for employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
Identified and corrected payroll discrepancies, ensuring employees were paid accurately and fostering trust within workforce.
Implemented confidential query system for payroll inquiries, enhancing privacy and employee confidence in payroll department.
Oversaw accurate processing of special payroll situations, such as bonuses, terminations, and leaves of absence, maintaining strict adherence to policies.
Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
Facilitated smooth onboarding of new hires by efficiently entering relevant data into the payroll system.
Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
Conducted regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts related to payroll transactions for accurate financial reporting purposes.
Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
Streamlined payroll processing by implementing an automated timekeeping system.
Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1099s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
Managed garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to address payroll-related issues, fostering team-oriented approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
Enhanced data security protocols for payroll information, significantly reducing risk of unauthorized access and data breaches.
Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
Assisted with recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
Generated reports to track employee time and attendance.
Senior Bankruptcy Specialist
Synchrony Financial, GE Capital
01.2023 - 12.2023
Developed customized plans for clients seeking to rebuild credit after a bankruptcy, resulting in improved financial stability and future borrowing opportunities.
Served as a subject matter expert on bankruptcy matters within the organization, providing guidance to colleagues on complex issues as needed.
Enhanced team productivity by providing comprehensive training on bankruptcy laws, regulations, and best practices.
Managed high-profile bankruptcy cases, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to legal requirements.
Performed quality assurance reviews on bankruptcy cases to ensure accuracy in documentation and adherence to relevant regulations.
Contributed to the development of company policies and procedures related to bankruptcy case management, ensuring consistent practices across the organization.
Reduced processing time for bankruptcy cases by analyzing data and identifying areas for improvement.
Prepared detailed reports outlining case progress, findings, and recommendations for use by senior leadership in decision-making processes related to bankruptcies filed under various chapters of the Bankruptcy Code.
Negotiated favorable settlements with creditors, achieving significant debt reductions for clients facing bankruptcy.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for minimizing financial losses in bankruptcy situations.
Conducted thorough investigations into clients'' financial histories to determine eligibility for bankruptcy protection and recommend appropriate courses of action.
Assisted clients in navigating complex bankruptcy processes, providing guidance on necessary documentation and submission deadlines.
Developed strong relationships with clients, legal professionals, and other stakeholders by demonstrating expertise and professionalism in all aspects of the bankruptcy process.
Maintained accurate records of all communication with clients, creditors, court officials, attorneys during each phase of the case.
Advised clients on alternatives to bankruptcy when possible, such as debt consolidation or negotiation with creditors directly.
Collaborated with marketing teams to create informative materials for prospective clients seeking assistance with navigating bankruptcy processes.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changing bankruptcy laws and regulations by attending industry conferences and participating in ongoing professional development initiatives.
Streamlined bankruptcy procedures by implementing efficient filing systems and document management processes.
Reviewed client assets and liabilities to accurately assess the viability of proposed repayment plans during the bankruptcy process.
Developed professional relationships with bankruptcy attorneys, trustees, other legal counsel and bankruptcy court personnel.
Collaborated with attorneys and other legal personnel on bankruptcy documentation reviews, making necessary corrections.
Appropriately followed up with attorneys and bankruptcy trustees to avoid bankruptcy delinquencies.
Filed documents with bankruptcy courts within expected timeframes to prevent delays.
Evaluated credit reports to uncover problems and develop strategies for consolidating and reducing client debt.
Produced budget tools, educational support and referrals for clients.
Negotiated with creditors on behalf of clients to arrange for payment adjustments, interest rate reductions, or payment plans.
Responded to client concerns and questions about credit scores and methods to improve numbers.
Human Resources Assistant
Amazon.in
11.2021 - 09.2022
Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Assisted in payroll processing to ensure timely delivery of paychecks to all employees.
Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
Developed strong relationships with employees through consistent communication and support, leading to increased retention rates.
Coordinated employee training programs to promote professional development and skill enhancement.
Supported talent acquisition efforts by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and performing reference checks for prospective candidates.
Supported HR Manager in strategic planning sessions focused on organizational development and growth.
Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
Played a key role in conflict resolution efforts, resulting in improved workplace harmony.
Provided assistance during annual performance review processes, collecting data to help inform evaluations and goal setting initiatives.
Enhanced onboarding experience for new hires by creating comprehensive orientation materials and training programs.
Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
Facilitated open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
Organized company-wide events for team building purposes, boosting overall morale among employees.
Maintained compliance with federal and state labor laws by conducting regular audits of HR practices and documentation.
Organized team-building events, boosting morale and fostering collaborative work environment.
Streamlined administrative tasks, such as scheduling and document management, to improve HR department efficiency.
Conducted regular employee performance reviews to identify areas for development and support career progression.
Supported development of performance management systems, aligning employee objectives with company goals.
Supported payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely salary distribution.
Assisted in negotiating employee benefits packages, enhancing overall compensation offerings.
Addressed employee grievances, facilitating conflict resolution and maintaining positive work atmosphere.
Streamlined recruitment processes, reducing time-to-hire through effective coordination with department managers.
Studied research and trends on best practices in HR field.
Coordinated employee relocation processes.
Converted employee status from temporary to permanent.
Alexa ML Data Associate
Amazon.in
Hyderabad
12.2017 - 09.2021
Supported data-driven decision making by providing accurate and timely reports to management.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure data consistency and quality across multiple platforms.
Enabled better-informed decision-making across departments by designing tailored reports highlighting key metrics specific to each function.
Managed complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality data products.
Conducted comprehensive validation tests on newly acquired datasets before integration into existing systems.
Developed automated processes for routine tasks, reducing manual efforts and increasing productivity levels.
Conducted regular audits of datasets, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action as needed.
Participated in the creation of detailed documentation outlining data workflows, processes, and governance guidelines.
Contributed to the development of user-friendly dashboards for real-time data visualization and analysis.
Streamlined data collection processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors.
Played a key role in migrating large datasets to new systems, minimizing disruptions to business operations.
Performed rigorous statistical analyses on large datasets, uncovering insights that informed strategic planning initiatives.
Assisted in developing and implementing data management policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Championed a culture of continuous improvement by proactively identifying opportunities for process enhancements within the organization''s data ecosystem.
Enhanced data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and validating information from various sources.
Improved response times for ad-hoc requests by creating a centralized repository for frequently used queries.
Optimized database performance through the implementation of indexing strategies and query optimization techniques.
Implemented robust backup procedures to safeguard critical data against loss or damage due to system failures or cyberattacks.
Provided training and support to team members on best practices for data entry, storage, and retrieval.
Played an instrumental role in driving organizational data literacy by developing and delivering training sessions on various aspects of data management, analysis, and visualization.
Monitored data entry processes and worked to improve efficiency and performance.
Leveraged advanced Excel functions for data manipulation and analysis.
Verified accuracy of data before transcribing.
Collaborated with other departments to enforce data accuracy and enhance productivity.
Assisted with development of data entry procedures to streamline data processing.
Double checked accuracy of hard copy paperwork and rectified any issues.
Applied data validation procedures to support and enforce data integrity.
Sorted and processed incoming reports before putting data into processing software.
Employed SQL to query databases and retrieve data.
Identified data errors and discrepancies and implemented swift corrections.
Utilized established methods for data processing and analysis for consistency and accuracy.
Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
Generated ad-hoc reports to evaluate specific business requirements.
Collaborated with stakeholders to identify business needs and data sources.
Updated and developed scripts and queries to extract and analyze data from multiple sources.
Optimized data access and storage to improve performance of analytics systems.
Developed complex dashboard and reporting tools to track business performance metrics.
Provided technical support for troubleshooting analytics and reporting issues.
Developed and maintained data warehouses and data marts to support business operations.
Created data models to support decision-making processes.