KAY DRAKULICH

Portland, OR *****

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503-***-**** linkedin.com/in/kay-drakulich-aa948440 PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Highly experienced Payroll Tax Accountant with an extensive background in professional- ism, commitment, and adaptability. Excel in fast-paced settings requiring independent decision making. Known for accuracy, organizational skills, and exceptional productivity. Proficient and adept with sophisticated software, processes, and system conversions. Core competencies include:

payroll calculations tax return preparation reconciliation journal entries regulatory compliance review/analysis project management research multi-tasking

liaison functions meeting deadlines software conversions EXPERIENCE

KAISER PERMANENTE CONTRACTOR

2021-2022

XPO LOGISTICS, PORTLAND, OR

1999 - 2020

Payroll Tax Accountant

Processed $10 million in biweekly payroll for 30,000 staff in three countries and filed more than $2 billion in weekly U.S./Canadian taxes. Prepared quarterly and annual tax returns for 15 companies in 50 states, as well as Canada, and Mexico. Ran and double- checked tax calculations utilizing Excel. Interfaced with managerial and line staff on tax upgrades, processes and procedures.

• Monitored guidelines and controls to ensure compliance with executive compen- sation/stock options schedules, payroll tax laws, and IRS mandates.

• Reviewed 30,000 W2s, issued corrections as needed after employees receive their W-2s. Reconciled accounts, updated journal entries, and closed books each month.

• Tested PeopleSoft tax upgrades before the final implementation.

• Developed stock option tax calculation worksheet which saved (manager says)

“countless hours” each year.

• Saved the company $100,000 in IRS penalties by determining resolutions to com- plex issues.

• Adapted to several software conversions and policy changes associated with ac- quisitions and expansions.

• Earned “star card” (commendation from management) for completing employee taxes in three weeks instead of the expected four (2015). EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration, Portland State University, Portland, Oregon

VOLUNTEER AFFILIATIONS

Volunteer for Portland Rose Festival and Assistance League of Greater Portland. Excerpts from recommendations and review: “…dedicated worker … (doesn’t) hesitate to work late hours or weekends when needed... asset to the team and to the company … take(s) full ownership of projects and assignments. Always looking for ways to improve … always positive … very good work ethic …highest value services and solutions … never missed work … most dependable employee. Computer literate: Word, Excel, PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, ECP, ADP, HRconnect