Senior Payroll & Accounting Leader

Peggy Haworth

Charlotte, NC *****

************@*****.*** 704-***-****

Professional Summary

Seasoned Payroll and Accounting Professional with over 20 years of comprehensive experience in payroll processing, financial reconciliation, HRIS administration, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated expertise in leading payroll operations for organizations ranging from local government to global manufacturing, managing teams, optimizing systems, and ensuring confidentiality. Recognized for a strong work ethic, detail-oriented mindset, and ability to navigate complex multi-state and international payroll environments.

Core Competencies

• Payroll Processing (Domestic & International)

• HRIS & ERP Systems (ADP, Workday, UKG/Kronos, SAP, Munis)

• Tax Compliance & Reporting (Multi-State, SUI, SIT, 941s, W-2s)

• Financial Reconciliation & Reporting

• Staff Leadership & Training

• Internal Controls & Audit Support

• Regulatory Compliance (FLSA, DOL, SOX)

• Cross-Functional Collaboration (HR, Finance, IT)

• Process Improvement & System Implementation

Professional Experience

Payroll Administrator

Town of Fort Mill, Fort Mill, SC

Dec 2024 – Feb 2025

Processed biweekly payroll using Munis and Executime for municipal employees.

Collaborated with HR and finance to ensure timekeeping accuracy and audit readiness.

Prepared reports and supported year-end tax filings and WC audits.

Payroll Administrator

NSI Industries, Huntersville, NC

Nov 2023 – Dec 2024

Managed payroll for 1,300 employees weekly; maintained compliance with federal and state laws.

Led audits and reporting efforts; partnered with IT and HR to streamline system operations.

Associate Director of Payroll

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools via Robert Half, Charlotte, NC

Dec 2022 – Oct 2023

Directed payroll for 18,000+ staff; ensured timely execution and resolution of escalated issues.

Supervised team, supported audits, and advised on payroll policies and system changes.

Payroll Accountant

Structural Integrity Associates, Huntersville, NC

Jul 2022 – Oct 2022

Processed biweekly and global payroll; maintained employee data integrity and reporting accuracy.

Worked with HR and Controller on reconciliations and multi-state compliance.

Payroll Specialist

NN, Inc., Charlotte, NC

Jul 2018 – Apr 2022

Managed payroll for 60+ sites globally; implemented new company codes in ADP Workforce Now.

Supported compliance, audits, and coordinated with HR across jurisdictions.

*Full employment history available upon request.*

Education

High School Diploma, Bristol Tennessee High School, Bristol, TN (1982)

Technical Skills

ADP Workforce Now, Workday, UKG/Kronos, SAP, Munis, Executime, Concur, QuickBooks, Excel, Outlook, Epic, Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Lotus, Vantage Point

Certifications & Licenses

Driver’s License

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