Payroll Systems and Compliance Expert

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Louanne Bruning

PAYROLL ANALYST

702-***-**** ******@***.*** Las Vegas, NV 89081

Detail-oriented individual with in-depth knowledge of Workday payroll systems and processes. Skilled in developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Excellent organizational and communication skills.

SKILLS

• Payroll Administration • Biweekly Payroll Processing

• Training and Development

• Configuration and Maintenance Workday and UKG

systems.

EXPERIENCE

PAYROLL ANALYST

Republic Services LLC

Las Vegas, NV

August 2022 – June 2026

• Processed payroll for up to 40000 employees using Kronos and Workday, accurately and within deadlines.

• Audited employee time records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company regulations.

• Led the implementation of new payroll policies and procedures.

• Performed weekly audits of all payroll-related transactions to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

FINANCE PROJECTS ANALYST

MGM Resorts International Inc

Las Vegas, NV

April 2016 - August 2022

• Configured payroll Workday and UKG (Kronos) software in order to maintain pay rules and system requirements impacting~ 65,000 employees (union/non-union, exempt/non-exempt).

• Utilized problem solving skills when resolving discrepancies between actual results forecast expectations.

• Led Bi-Annual Workday regression testing regarding payroll processing, calculated fields, pay components and payroll reports.

• Helped to maintain Workday Accounting for GL reporting and integrations.

• Created ad hoc reporting tools using advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables, macros, formulas.

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SENIOR PAYROLL SPECIALIST

MGM Resorts International LLC

Las Vegas, NV

November 2006 - April 2016

• Expertly managed confidential employee records while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Performed manual calculations as needed for special circumstances such as bonus payments or stock options.

• Collaborated with IT department personnel when troubleshooting technical issues related to the payroll process.

• Assisted external auditors by providing requested documents during audits.

• Analyzed payroll data to identify discrepancies and resolve complex issues in a timely manner.

• Ensured timely filing of all required quarterly and annual tax returns related to payroll taxes. EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION State University College at Buffalo, Buffalo NY

May 1988

ASSOCIATES IN SCIENCE (A.S.) IN BANKING, INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE

Erie Community College, Orchard Park NY

Jan 1985

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