Payroll Operations Leader with Systems Expertise

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Strategic Payroll & Total Rewards leader with 10+ years of experience transforming payroll operations across multi-state and international environments. Expert in leading system implementations (ADP, UKG, Ceridian, Paylocity, Paycom) and building high-performing teams that deliver accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. Demonstrated success optimizing payroll processes for workforces of 100-6,000+ employees while reducing costs and enhancing employee experience. Known for partnering effectively with Finance, HR, and IT to drive technology-enabled solutions that support business objectives. Recognized for consistently delivering operational excellence, compliance assurance, and people-centric innovation in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Hard Skills:

Payroll Systems: ADP, UKG, Ceridian Dayforce, Paycom, Paylocity, PayChex

Compliance & Governance: Multi-state taxation, International payroll (US/Canada), SOX compliance, Audit controls, Union environments.

Financial Integration: GL reconciliation, Financial reporting, Payroll budgeting, Cost analysis

Strategic Leadership: System implementations, Process optimization, Team development, Cross-functional collaboration

Project Management: HCM migrations, Vendor management, Change management, Training & development

Soft Skills:

Communication, time management, attention to detail, problem-solving, collaboration, leadership, employee relations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mancini Beverage - Payroll Consultant Project-Based Contract (March 2026)

●Managed Teamsters union payroll during active ADP implementation, ensuring seamless processing and zero disruption to employee pay.

●Maintained compliance with collective bargaining agreements, including wages, dues, and benefit deductions.

●Partnered with HR and implementation teams to validate payroll data and support system readiness.

●Quickly ramped up to provide immediate operational stability in a transitional environment.

KeHE Distributors, LLC - Payroll Analyst Consultant 02/2025-05/2025

●Direct end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-state distribution company, implementing strategic system enhancements that reduced processing time by 25% within the first quarter.

●Lead cross-functional collaboration with Finance and IT to deploy automated reconciliation processes, improving accuracy to 99.8% and reducing month-end close time by 2 days.

●Develop comprehensive payroll analytics dashboard for executive leadership, providing actionable insights that identified $120K in overtime optimization opportunities.

●Collaborate with HR, IT and finance teams to streamline workflows and automate payroll tasks.

●Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for new users on Ceridian Dayforce payroll systems and processes.

Child & Family of RI - Interim Payroll Assistant 08/2024-11/2024

●Led comprehensive assessment and optimization of Paycom system configuration for non-profit organization with 250+ employees, identifying and implementing automation opportunities that reduced processing time by 40%.

●Configured the Paycom system for the needs of the organization.

●Applied system automation to reduce human errors where possible.

●Provide support to HR staff and employees regarding payroll inquiries and system-related questions.

Ocean State Job Lot - Payroll -Consultant 05/2024-07/2024

●Directed payroll operations across 9 states and 150 locations with 6,000+ associates, ensuring 100% compliance with varying state tax and labor regulations including California.

●Implemented standardized payroll processing playbooks that reduced cycle time by 30% while improving accuracy across complex multi-jurisdiction environments.Significant project management experience implementing payroll software from scope through completion.

●Led UKG WorkLife Portal optimization initiative that streamlined time collection and approval workflows, reducing payroll processing time by 8 hours weekly.

●Managed GL close process and post journal entries to the accounting system ensuring that all payroll related transactions are appropriately recorded in the ledger.

Bulgari - Payroll & Benefits -Consultant 04/2022-06/2023

●Transformed US and Canadian bi-weekly payroll operations serving 400+ employees across multiple jurisdictions, successfully managing parallel systems (UKG, Ceridian and ADP).

●Developed a comprehensive internal control framework that received zero exceptions during external audit, establishing a new gold standard for global payroll governance.

●Created and implemented cross-functional training program that reduced payroll processing dependency risks and improved departmental knowledge transfer by 85%

●Maintained payroll system set ups, configurations and job codes in accordance with company policy.

●Managed all requests from auditors, internal, external, and regulatory agencies.

●Kept current on technical developments in the field including payroll re, human resources, benefits and tax regulations.

Buyk - Director of Total Rewards 12/2021-03/2022

●Led the implementation of a Human Capital Management (HCM) system, collaborating with internal stakeholders and outsourced partners to streamline integration, enhance data integrity, and align technology with business objectives.

●Directed end-to-end payroll transformation, migrating from PayChex to Paylocity, ensuring secure data migration, system integrity, and regulatory compliance across federal, state, and local levels.

●Designed and implemented scalable payroll processes, including system configuration, payroll calendars, GL integration, and interface development to support accurate and timely payroll delivery

●Oversaw Total Rewards integration, aligning compensation structures, benefits administration, and incentive plans with payroll systems to ensure seamless delivery and reporting.

●Managed regulatory compliance and year-end operations, including W-2/W-2C issuance, quarterly/annual tax filings, corporate amendments, and audit readiness.

●Led vendor and stakeholder communications, conducting weekly status meetings, managing project scope, and resolving implementation risks and dependencies.

●Delivered strategic reporting and insights, utilizing Paylocity tools to support decision-making in compensation planning, benefits cost analysis, and workforce analytics.

●Maintained robust project documentation, including project plans, SOPs, risk logs, and compliance materials to support long-term operational continuity.

Breaking Ground, NY – Assistant VP, Payroll - HCM Systems 11/19-10/2021

●Led and scaled a high-performing payroll operations team (Payroll Manager, Payroll Associate, and Jr. Associate), overseeing the end-to-end processing of complex bi-weekly and weekly payrolls for 500+ union and non-union employees via Ceridian Dayforce.

●Designed and implemented a comprehensive business continuity plan prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring a seamless transition to remote payroll operations.

●Recruited, onboarded, and developed a high-performing remote payroll team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

●Optimized payroll processes through the development of planning tools, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and the successful rollout of Employee Self-Service (ESS) tools, complemented by employee training and webinars.

●Led the administration and transition of employee benefit carriers, plans, and options for open enrollment, working closely with HR to ensure smooth implementation within the payroll system.

●Produced detailed payroll reconciliation reports for executive leadership, Finance, HR, and other key departments to support strategic decision-making.

●Championed payroll integrity through final pre-processing reviews in partnership with the Payroll Manager, maintaining 100% accuracy in payroll execution.

●Acted as the primary liaison between Payroll, HR, Finance, IT, third-party vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication across functions.

Peloton Cycling, NY – Payroll, HRIS Implementation Consultant 02/19 - 11/19

●Managed US and Canada semi-monthly & alternating cycle biweekly payroll process for 1200+ employees via ADP PEO in multi-jurisdiction.

●Prepared final pays and ensure they are in accordance with state guidelines to avoid penalty fees.

●Processed expense reports via Concur and ADP WFN.

●Audited payroll records, liens, garnishments files in accordance with company policy and state/federal law and regulation.

●Reviewed final payroll previews with payroll manager for accuracy prior to transmitting US and Canada payrolls.

●Collaborating with payroll manager, people team, finance, and IT dept’s for implementation of new HCM system.

●Responsible for W-2C creations and company amendments as needed.

SoulCycle, NY – Payroll Manager 10/17 - 06/18

●Managed US and Canada variable biweekly payroll process for 2500+ employees via (UKG) UltiPro & UTA

●Audited and supervised payroll records, liens, garnishments, logs, and files in accordance with company policy and state/federal laws and regulations.

●Implemented a comparison payroll report to identify and remedy payroll issues prior to pay date.

●Audited general ledger file to be provided to accounting biweekly and EOM for finance close.

●Provided annual reports for worker’s compensation audits.

●Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws including tax filing reconciliation and validation.

●Responsible for fiscal and calendar year-end processing of payroll, including supplemental payrolls, W-2, W-2C creations and company amendments as needed.

●Handled payroll-related system configurations and recommended system modifications to improve user experience and increase efficiencies.

Hometeam, NY – Payroll & Benefits Manager 02/17-07/17

●Administered and managed a semi-monthly and a variable weekly payroll for 700 plus employees via ADP WFM

●Administered and managed all benefit’s programs, including, managing enrollments and terminations; reconciling bills and updating systems; and overseeing disability, leaves and Cobra.

●Audited W4’s, payroll balance sheets, YTD earnings, PTO, etc.

●Prepared and delivered reporting to meet state and federal compliance filings.

●Initiated projects and provided recommendations to streamline payroll processes and enhance benefits to create an amazing employee experience.

●Resolved payroll issues as they arise and implement procedures to mitigate future risks and errors.

●Responsible for metrics and performance reviews for the payroll & benefits coordinators.

Planned Parenthood of NYC, NY – Payroll Manager 11/13 –02/17

●Managed end-to-end monthly & bi-weekly union and non-union payroll for 500+ employees including labor allocations, and W-2 processing via ADP WFM.

●Conducted new hire onboarding orientation of payroll & benefits.

●Ensured systems are updated to reflect the current employee base, including wages, benefits, and PTO in-line with policy.

●Implemented Workforce Now EV7, EV8 and EV9 from Pay Expert EV2.

●Guaranteed weekly disbursement of payroll, including garnishments, benefits, and taxes consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws including the Collective Bargain Agreement.

●Critically reviewed and analyzed current payroll, benefits, and tax procedures to recommend and implement change leading to best-practice operations improving efficiency and competency.

EDUCATION

Baruch College, New York, NY

Continuing Education of Professional Studies - Essential Payroll Skills & Advanced Payroll Skills

The Sawyer School, Warwick, Rhode Island

Travel, Tourism, & Hospitality Certificate

Community College of Rhode Island, Rhode Island

Accounting Program & Process Technology – Nov 2025

OSHA10 Certified

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