Rachelle Evans

Phoenix, AZ 602-***-**** ad3ux8@r.postjobfree.com LinkedIn Rachelle

Sr. Account & Payroll Specialist

"Pioneering Payroll Precision, Unwavering Compliance, Operational Excellence to Steer Organizational Triumph."

Accomplished and detail-oriented professional renowned for processing payroll and relentlessly committed to resolving complex financial issues to achieve impeccable payroll accuracy. Recognized for executing precise audits to fortify financial processes and manage seamless system transitions to enhance operational efficiency purposefully. Demonstrated comprehensive skill set in payroll systems and financial software platforms, aiming to optimize

financial operations to the fullest potential. Committed to delivering nothing short of absolute accuracy, steadfast compliance, and unparalleled efficiency in financial operations, ultimately steering organizations toward unmatchable financial stability and success. Proficient at fostering clear communication and promoting seamless collaboration across teams, all geared towards attaining a unified and streamlined workflow.

Core Competencies

Financial Stability

Benefits Administration

Garnishments & Deductions

Payroll Reconciliation

Auditing/Compensation Calculation

Workflow Management

Tax Filing (Federal, State, Local)

Financial Evaluations

Tax Compliance

HRIS & Paychex

Project Coordination

Third-party Payments

Pprofessional Experience

CTG Phoenix, AZ Apr 2023 - Sept 2023

Junior Payroll Analyst (Contractor)

Conduct audits on final paychecks to ensure accurate calculations of employee compensation, covering benefits, salaries, taxes, vacation balances, and deductions, resulting in flawless payments. Document cases precisely in designated management tools, ensuring efficient tracking and resolution. Refine collaboration through tailored communication, adeptly adjusting interactions to enhance understanding and rapport with individual customers.

Surpassed daily audit targets through efficient workflow management, achieving outstanding performance metrics.

Provided support to employees, former staff, and vendors while overseeing payroll, benefits, and HR inquiries.

Revitalized data aggregation and comparison across diverse software platforms for thorough audits, ensuring precision and efficiency in results.

Utilized Excel skills to categorize/prioritize data, meeting specific audit criteria and facilitating seamless processing.

Offer Pad Phoenix, AZ Nov 2022-Apr 2023

Sr. Payroll Specialist (Contract)

Ensured timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly payrolls for both field and corporate personnel, safeguarding precise compensation distribution. Exhibited remarkable skill in managing state unemployment inquiries while rigorously adhering to regulatory guidelines.

Augmented departmental efficiency by tailoring SUTA and state tax setups to meet specific requirements, all while ensuring strict adherence to regulatory compliance.

Strengthened financial integrity and legal compliance by overseeing garnishments and levies with attention to detail.

Snap nurse Phoenix, AZ Jan 2021-Oct 2022

Payroll Specialist

Expressed adept conflict resolution skills by mediating and resolving contentious issues in the resolution room, ensuring positive and constructive outcomes. Performed exhaustive research on complex payroll and tax intricacies, leading to precise and regulatory-compliant financial operations.

Fine-tuned and enacted SUTA and state tax configurations, assuring flawless compliance with all regulatory mandates.

Demonstrated strategic leadership in spearheading critical Tax Project, achieving its successful and timely completion.

Verra Mobility Union Phoenix, AZ Oct 2020-Nov 2020

Payroll Coordinator (Contractor)

We thoroughly tested and refined various elements within new and existing payroll systems, resulting in a flawless and seamless transition.

Spearheaded coordination of Union payroll rule and contract requirement conversion, guaranteeing smooth and compliant transition as the primary point of contact.

Authored comprehensive process documentation to execute weekly Union Payroll accurately, establishing a foundation for consistent and dependable payroll processing.

State of AZ Phoenix, AZ Jun 2020-Oct 2020

Accountant Tech (Contractor)

We have established a robust framework for comprehensive evaluations of financial decisions, guaranteeing transparency and adherence to regulatory standards through generating and maintaining reports as stipulated by HAS.

Streamlined financial returns and optimized training budgets by orchestrating the compilation and submission of SSAs for training reimbursement.

Ensured precise payment reconciliation between vendors and clients by conducting rigorous audits of AFIS and RSA client systems to minimize discrepancies.

RII Innovations Phoenix, AZ Mar 2020-Jun 2020

Payroll Coordinator (Contractor)

It ensured seamless transition and precise financial reporting in the new system by auditing and migrating Q1 and Q2 balances.

Elevated operational efficiency and productivity by revamping and refining retiring system processes to seamlessly align with the new system.

Identified and rectified potential concerns in the payroll process of the new system, ensuring a flawless and punctual go-live process.

Northrop Grumman Phoenix, AZ Oct 2019-Jan 2020

Accountant (Contract)

Maintained Excel spreadsheets tracking Salaried Overtime and shift pay, providing precise oversight of labor costs. Executed detailed calculations and entry of Field Pay as per requirements to verify accurate compensation distribution.

Facilitated seamless data transfer through Time Collection to Cost Point, ensuring accurate allocation of resources and efficient cost management.

Managed and monitored employees' authorized FMLA and third-party payments by disability vendors, guaranteeing accurate and compliant financial transactions.

Cultivated strong relationships with business units, gaining valuable insights into financial practices and proactively addressing inquiries.

ADP Phoenix, AZ Oct 2017-Jul 2019

Implementation Specialist

Gained crucial insights for the development of a customized payroll system by collaborating with clients to comprehensively analyze existing systems and interface needs. Conducted thorough assessment of client's federal and state setup, ensuring compliance with current laws and seamless integration into new payroll systems, guaranteeing regulatory adherence.

Fostered clear communication and alignment across the organization by disseminating compliance information findings to team members and various departments.

Established and nurtured relationships with internal teams, effectively coordinating efforts to meet project deadlines and exceed client expectations.

Affirmed accurate and efficient financial operations by scrutinizing and optimizing Federal and SUTA account setup.

Net Time Solutions Phoenix, AZ Feb 2016-Oct 2017

Senior Implementation Coordinator

We performed comprehensive research on payroll compliance issues, providing timely and accurate responses to client inquiries while assuring system alignment with regulatory requirements—documented processes and proposed enhancements, resulting in improved system efficiency and streamlined operations.

Orchestrated seamless implementation of cloud-based time and attendance systems across multiple platforms, optimizing operational efficiency.

Streamlined operational transition and ensured effective adoption by supervising timely training of managers for system rollout.

Guaranteed compliance of new payroll systems with state and federal laws, mitigating legal risks and ensuring adherence to industry standards.

Insight Global Phoenix, AZ Oct 2015-Feb 2016

Payroll Coordinator (Contract)

She promptly addressed garnishment and child support inquiries, leading to providing comprehensive assistance to concerned parties. Run thorough verification and rectification of employees' hiring documents to maintain precise and up-to-date records.

Validated accurate and punctual compensation for unionized staff members by providing on-demand support while administering weekly union payroll.

Managed seamless onboarding and offboarding process for multi-state payroll to ensure compliance with state-specific requirements.

Phoenix Accounting Service Phoenix, AZ Mar 08-/Sep 2014

Payroll Coordinator (Contract)

Contributed to accurate and reliable financial information for informed decision-making through rigorous bank reconciliations, enhancing overall fiscal transparency and integrity. Demonstrated proficiency in after-the-fact accounting, ensuring meticulous and precise financial records for informed decision-making.

Handled efficient filing of state and city transaction privilege taxes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and avoiding penalties.

Prepared financial statements in compilation format, facilitating precise and accessible financial data for stakeholders and auditors.

US Airways Phoenix, AZ Jun 2015-Sep 2015

Payroll Applications Analyst/ Planner

Using Oracle BI as the platform, Air Vision was updated, and the changes, rates, and addresses, as well as pay rates, were entered into Oracle to update payroll records to keep employees paid on time and current.

Planned and tested different components of new and old payroll systems before merging them into one

Developed an online filing system for the security access forms required to access the payroll system

Audited invoices for food and liquor for the transatlantic market

Implemented more efficient procedures to audit invoices, reducing overpayment/underpayment to vendors that may have resulted in interrupted services

Additional Experience

Payroll Tax Analyst Xerox ACS, Phoenix, AZ Feb 2015-Apr 2015

Payroll Applications Analyst/Planner US Airways, Phoenix, AZ Mar 2008-Sep 2014

Payroll Manager CAG, Phoenix, AZ Jul 2007-Jan 2008

Payroll Administrator John P Bell & Sons INC, Rochester, NY Dec 2005-Jul 2007

Bookkeeper (Part-time) Our Lady of Mercy, Rochester, NY Mar 2005-Dec 2005

Payroll/AP Specialist (Part-time) Diocese of Rochester, Rochester, NY Oct 2003-Dec 2005

Accountant (Contract) Shaw Pipeline Services U.S., Houston, TX Nov 2002-Apr 2003

Sole Proprietor Accountant Revans & Associates, Houston, TX Oct 2001-May 2003

Staff Accountant Hakemack, Marler & Associates, Houston, TX Jun 2001-Oct 2001

Accountant/AR San Diego Sheet Metal, San Diego, CA Jun 1999-Dec 2000

Payroll Coordinator Washington Inventory Service, San Diego, CA Mar 1992-May 1999

Education

I/O Psychology Capella University, Minneapolis, MN (2013)

GMBA – Global Business National University, LaJolla CA (2002)

BS Accounting University of Phoenix, San Diego, CA (2000)

Technical Skills

Paylocity Paychex Creative Solutions ADP Workforce Ceridian Net Time Solutions AS400 Air Vision Win Team AFIS Oracle BI Sage

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