SHERRI LYON

Haslet, TX *****

214-***-**** - ad231b@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly communicative Payroll Specialist promoting more than 19 years of expertise in auditing payroll data and processing garnishments. An action-oriented professional with skills in ADP processing . Offering talents in cultivating lasting relationships, resolving issues quickly and identifying mistakes on time sheets. SKILLS

Training and Development

Payroll Policies and Procedures

Payroll Processing

Trained in ADP Workforce Now

Direct Deposit Processing

Dependable and Adaptable

Garnishment Processing

Payroll Review

Daily Payroll Activities

New Employee Paperwork

Rate Changes

Multi-State Payrolls

WORK HISTORY

05/2001 to 10/2008 Payroll Specialist

Texas Health Resources – Arlington, TX

Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully. Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues. Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.

Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions. Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.

Managed payroll data entry and processing for 200 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.

Created new hire and termination documents for payroll. Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy. Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations. Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.

Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees. Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.

Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees. Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.

Processed manual checks for employees in accordance with company policies. Coordinated resolution of payroll discrepancies.

Maintained employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential.

03/2000 to 03/2001 Payroll Consultant

Robert Half International Inc. – Dallas, TX

Processed payroll for different companies when employees were on LOA. Minimum length of assignment 3months or longer.

Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.

Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully. 06/1989 to 11/2000 Payroll Supervisor

Meristar Hotels And Resorts – Las Colinas, TX

Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues. Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully. Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records. Managed payroll data entry and processing for 1000 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.

Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.

Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.

Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions. Reviewed time records for 1000 employees to verify accuracy of information. Completed bi-weekly payroll for 1000 employees.

Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.

Trained team members on new hotel services and products to support promotional efforts.

Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff. Collaborated with human resources, accounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.

EDUCATION

Some College (No Degree)

Abilene Christian University - Abilene, TX

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