Susan C Heath 619-***-**** ad1e1y@r.postjobfree.com

Senior-Level Payroll Management

Compliance Expertise Strategic Leadership Budgeting & Cost Control Analytics Highly accomplished and results-driven professional with a distinguished career as a Senior-Level Payroll Supervisor. Demonstrated expertise in accounting and payroll, thriving in competitive market environments. Known for applying sound accounting principles and effectively navigating human resources policies during periods of rapid growth.

Payroll Auditing

Process Innovation

Multi State Payroll and Taxation

Data-driven Decision Making

Effective Communication

Resolving Discrepancies

Payroll Transformation

Compliance Understanding

California Labor Laws

Technical Support

Payroll Analytics

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California Credit Union San Diego, CA

Payroll Supervisor in Human Resources for a leading provider of financial services, boasting over 150,000 members and handling over $6 billion in assets, Responsible for managing multi-state payroll for 550+ employees distributed across 28 branches, including remote staff. Administered contributions toward 401(k) and 457(b) plans while ensuring precise preparation of journal entries for accounting payroll costs.

• Devise and executed strategies to manage California’s Paid Sick Leave law, ensuring eligible workers received paid leave for health or preventive care reasons. Applied analytical skills for comprehensive analysis, sick time documentation, and vital recommendations to senior leaders.

• Supervised a dynamic team of payroll specialists, directing pivotal tasks including data modification, timesheet processing, reconciliation procedures, wage adjustments, and manual check processing. This role harnessed my technical proficiency in the realm of efficient payroll management.

• Utilize knowledge in California EDD regulations to manage complex payroll and unemployment insurance tax, ensuring accurate financial reporting. Kept abreast of state labor laws and privacy regulations to amend payroll processes as needed. Research, analyze and resolve payroll related issues.

• Demonstrated thorough understanding of California labor laws, ensuring full compliance with legal requirements, including California Labor Code, CFRA, Paid Sick Leave, Regular Rate overtime calculation, Wage Orders, and Privacy Laws

• Provided training and process support to the HR Business Partners, 401K contributions and Unemployment Claims. Collaborate with HR manager in resolving payroll issues. Process annual W-2 forms and ACA compliance forms. Assist in yearend validation of W-2’s. San Diego Human Society & SPCA

Held a pivotal role in the advancement of a premier non-profit organization committed to animal welfare across San Diego County. Exhibited leadership in executing accurate financial operations for a diverse staff of 340 spanning multiple locations.

• Demonstrated unparalleled leadership, flawlessly coordinating financial operations for an international team of 340+. Skillfully promoted cross-departmental collaboration, enhancing Accounting and Human Resources functionalities.

• Cultivated broad-spectrum proficiency in payroll and accounting, dealing with various tasks from onboarding new hires and processing distinctive compensations to managing stock options.

• Designed high-performance timecard verification systems and payroll distribution frameworks, reflecting accuracy and efficiency. Established a strong alliance with the Human Resources department, consistently guaranteeing impeccable employee benefits management such as the 403(b) plan and COBRA provisions.

• Diligently supervised general payroll ledger accounts, monthly accruals reconciliation, and timely submission of all federal, state, and related filings. Expertly supported strategic budget planning initiatives while maintaining stringent supervisory measures.

• Conducted thorough auditing and balancing of cash receipts while adeptly handling responsibilities on Accounts Payable. Facilitated streamlined month-end closing processes demonstrating a commitment to operational excellence.

• Showcased deep understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), payroll-related federal/state tax regulations, and the California Labor Standards Act – resulting in fully compliance work activities. Implemented foolproof accuracy mechanisms for employee contributions deductions such as medical, dental insurance, 403(b) and flex spending.

• Resolving payroll discrepancies. Maintaining payroll operations by following policies and procedures. Developing ad hoc financial and operational reporting as needed.

• Initiated progressive improvements in internal controls and procedures related to payroll accounting through strategic recommendations.

Office Manager and Assistant to Controller – Magnebit Corporation, San Diego, CA Executive Secretary/Bookkeeper – General Dynamics-Convair Recreation Association, San Diego, CA EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

~Accounting Principles – Mesa College – San Diego~

~Payroll Management Certification~

~Compensation Certified -e Cornell University~

~Currently studying for the CPP~