HRIS Senior Payroll Analyst

Monique Harris

HRIS Sr. Payroll Systems Analyst

********.**@*****.*** / 773-***-**** / Conyers, GA 30012

Summary

HRIS Sr. Payroll Systems Analyst Dynamic and highly qualified payroll systems analyst with extensive knowledge of various payroll systems, policies, and tactical process improvement skills. Known for accuracy, attention to detail, and timeliness in managing disbursement functions for diverse-industry employers. Strong desire and ability to absorb technology and experience though trouble shooting and testing providing operational solutions. Payroll Processing career spans over 20 years of experience in manufacturing, retail, and pharmaceutical companies.

Experience

Mauser Packaging Solutions - Sr. Payroll Analyst 09/2013 - Current

Atlanta, GA

Provides on-going support to payroll system users, operating groups, and corporate customers; support processing and review of payroll work as needed

Data Analyst in Kronos HRIS employee maintenance system

Foster communication and quickly addressed issues

Familiar with various HCM systems, Payroll from HCM Perspective and Cross Functional Features

Completed system configuration, functional design, and regression testing

Coach other HRIS Analysts and Specialists in Payroll Process and functionality

Develop, maintain, and update records and reports on an as needed basis (e.g., modify existing reports, create new queries accordingly and utilize other tools and software programs to illustrate data analysis)

Serve as a technical contact and assist in ensuring data integrity

Troubleshoot system issues, resolves problems and/or make recommendations on best solution to prevent long term

Lead HR/Payroll Team with implementation of ADP Wage Payments

Create custom reports and analyze large amounts of information to support mandatory reporting, day to day and ad hoc business needs

Monitored all payroll-related journal entries posted to the general ledger and reviews/reconciles related balance sheet accounts

Responsible for granting, modifying, deleting, and auditing payroll access in all time keeping systems and Peoplesoft Systems

In-depth understanding of HR/Payroll processes and implementation of suitable solutions

Maintenance employee people records in Kronos T/A systems to reflect changes with each payroll

A subject matter expert of system functionality as well as payroll processes for assigned area(s) of expertise, including existing functionality as well as the “unknown” capabilities of the system.

Oversaw payroll processing to comply with tax laws and court-ordered wage assignments and garnishments.

Extracted information from payroll system and generated reports for various departments and vendors.

Abbott Laboratories - Tax Teacher Payroll Coordinator 03/2003 - 05/2012

North Chicago, IL

Tested data for conversion of over three systems acquired companies from ADP, Oracle, Kronos and other payroll software systems incl

Coordinating with payroll and executive staff, assist with developing merger processes for requirements, gathering, code mapping testing, and working closely with IT for systems integration

Maintained a 98% accuracy metric with processing of complex system inquiries

Develop and/or recommend new or revised procedures for improving the overall efficiency of the payroll department

Exhibited consistent communication with high profile clients calls during the day for escalation/help needed

Offered Payroll Related subject-matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies

Plan or assist in the preparation of periodic/special reports for government agencies, tax authorities, insurance companies, industry associations, and other units of the Company as required

Remains informed of regulations, interpretations and practices pertaining to the payroll accounting function

Oversee the various audits, such as employment tax audits and internal audits and ensure SOX compliance

Investigates, analyzes, and resolves payroll related problems or questions by collecting and analyzing information

Execute time and attendance processing and interface with payroll

Maintains employees' confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential

Troubleshoots payroll processing and time & labor issues; develops root cause analysis and works with payroll manager and IT to bring items to resolution

Reconciling and reporting any discrepancies found in the records

Process Weekly, Semi-Monthly, and Monthly non-exempt and exempt payrolls for union and non-union employees using multiple company codes

Resolved payroll tax related issues as the company had locations in multiple states

Provides timely and accurate administration of benefits plans to include enrollments, invoice reconciliation, terminations, Flex Benefits, COBRA compliance, and open enrollment notification

Coordinates with the Benefits Department on client benefits including open enrollments, renewals, changes, and terminations for benefits programs including medical, life, dental, disability, and 401k

Trained individuals on new tax laws

Skills

Process Improvement Guru

UAT Testing

Garnishment Processing

Training and Development

GAAP Standards & Government Regulations

Oracle Cloud

Systems/GL mapping

Canadian Payroll

Union and CBA Contracts

Applicant Tracking Systems

Knowledge of Various Timekeeping System

MS Office Strong Excel skills (experience with v-lookups, pivot tables, advanced formulas)

Multi-State Payroll

Kronos(UKG)

Education and Training

Ashford University

Bachelor of Arts: Accounting

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