Payroll Manager Benefits
Resume:
CARLA J. GILLETT
Laurel, MD *****
Email: advlus@r.postjobfree.com
Summary: Over 20 years of experience in managing global payroll operations, with a proven track record of successfully implementing and maintaining payroll policies, procedures, and systems. Strong knowledge of international payroll regulations and tax laws, and expertise in managing teams of payroll specialists. A proactive and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
• Extensive experience and knowledge in Payroll, Benefits and HR including in-house and outsourcing
(TriNet, PaychexFlex, BambooHR, Culture-AMP, Radford, ADP Globalview, ADP Streamline, ADP Workforce Now, ADP Pay eXpert, ADP Enterprise v4.0, UltiPro – Ultimate Software, Celergo, Lawson, Ceridian, and Kronos).
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, COBRA, SOX and GDPR regulations
• International payroll experience in countries including Argentina, Australia, Chile, Colombia, Germany, Mexico, Netherlands, Panama, Peru and the United Kingdom.
• Member of American Payroll Association (APA)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
05/2021-Present
ATAI Life Sciences, New York, NY (Remote)
Global Payroll & Benefits Manager
• Managed the entire payroll process for global operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local laws and regulations
• Implemented and maintained payroll policies, procedures, and systems to ensure consistency across all international locations
• Creating monthly and annual payroll reports for management review
• Researching employee benefits plans and vendors to identify best value
• Developed and maintained relationships with payroll vendors, tax advisors, and government agencies to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and provided guidance and support as needed
• Managed PEO and Stock Equity
• Design, recommend and implement new employee benefit programs
• Conducted annual benefits enrollments, ensuring a smooth process
• Collaborated with HR and conducted benefits & payroll orientation 03/2020-05/2021
George Washington University Hospital, Washington, DC Payroll Manager
• Oversee and processed bi-weekly payroll for 3,000+ employees
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and payroll tax obligations
• Managed a team of payroll specialists and ensured their training and development was up to date
• Collaborated with HR, accounting, and finance departments to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
• Resolve payroll-related issues and answer questions
• Preparation of all payroll taxes
10/2018-02/2020
Pandora Jewelry LLC, Baltimore, MD
Manager, Payroll Americas - Global
• Oversee day-to-day payroll operations for 8,000+ employees in US, Canada and Latin America
• Ensured the accurate calculation of payroll taxes, employee benefits, and deductions, and managed the remittance of payroll taxes to the appropriate government agencies
• Lead and provide strategic direction in setting up new countries for payroll processing
• Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of payroll policies, procedures, and systems
• Ensure compliance with federal and international tax laws
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams
08/2006-10/2018
Bolder Healthcare Solutions (formerly Receivables Outsourcing, Inc.) Timonium, MD (Remote) Payroll Manager
• Manage, processed and prepared Biweekly payroll for Employees in Multi-states locations for approximately 2,000+ employees
• Directs electronic file handling for the Company's 401k Plans, providing appropriate
• funding and investment of contributions, including reconciliation of all enrollment changes
• Analyzed and resolved complex payroll issues, ensuring a smooth and efficient payroll and benefits process
SKILLS:
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented and analytical problem solver
• Proficient in payroll and HR software systems
• Knowledge of payroll tax laws and regulations
EDUCATION/AWARDS
• ADP Year-End Seminars – 2006 - 2017
• APA Best Practice of Multistate Taxation – 2017
• APA Congress - 2017
• APA CPP/FPC Review Course – 2017 and 2018
• APA Payroll 201: Payroll Administration Certificate Program - 2011
• APA Payroll Conference – November 2009
• APA Payroll Mastery Course – CPP Prep - 2017
• Effective Payroll Administration & Management Seminar – August 2002
• FMLA – BLR Master Class - 2013
• Healthcare Reform Seminar – 2013 - 2018
• Human Resources Best in Practice Workshop – May 2007
• International Payroll Seminar – July 2001
• Overview of Payroll in Germany - 2022
• Overview of Payroll in UK - 2022
• P11d UK Payroll Expenses and Benefits - 2022
• Payroll Administration in Canada – August 2003
• Payroll Law Workshop – February 2008
• Skagit Valley College – Accounting – 1994/1995
• The Ultimate Course in Payroll Management – March 2007
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