Multi-State Payroll Specialist (Workday)

Fidencia Bobadilla

Converse, Tx • 210-***-**** • *******************@*****.*** • Remote

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with 4+ years of experience managing end-to-end, high-volume multi-state payroll for 300–2,000+ employees in fast-paced, compliance-driven environments. Skilled in Workday-based payroll processing, timekeeping validation, payroll audits, prior period adjustments (retros), and payroll reconciliation. Experienced in payroll reporting, supporting payroll-to-GL processes in collaboration with Finance teams, and ensuring accuracy across earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings. Strong background in resolving employee payroll inquiries through structured, deadline- driven workflows while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. CORE SKILLS

Multi-State Payroll Processing • Workday Payroll Processing & Retros • Payroll Compliance (Federal/State/Local) • Timekeeping & PTO Reconciliation • Payroll Register Review & Reconciliation • Payroll Audits • Payroll-to-GL Support & Reporting • Payroll Journal Data Preparation • Garnishments & Wage Deductions • Off-Cycle & Manual Payroll Processing

• Payroll Reporting & Analytics • Employee Payroll Support & Ticket Resolution • HR & Finance Collaboration • Confidential Data Handling • Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP) Senior Payroll Specialist — National Debt Relief 2023– Present

• Process high-volume bi-weekly payroll for 500–2,000+ employees across multiple states using HRIS systems, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution

• Perform payroll register audits and reconciliations to identify discrepancies in wages, deductions, tax withholdings, and benefits

• Validate timecards, PTO balances, and payroll inputs prior to final payroll submission

• Support multi-state payroll compliance including garnishments, tax regulations, and deduction accuracy

• Execute off-cycle payrolls, manual adjustments, voids, and prior period corrections (retros)

• Maintain employee payroll records including W-4 updates, direct deposit changes, and compensation adjustments

• Partner with HR and Finance teams to support payroll reporting and payroll-to-GL data accuracy

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries through structured, deadline-driven resolution processes ensuring service quality and compliance

Payroll Analyst (HRIS/Systems Focus) — Active Telesource 2022–2023

• Maintained payroll data integrity in ADP, Workday, and UKG, ensuring accuracy across HRIS platforms

• Supported Workday payroll processing including validation of time imports, employee changes, and payroll inputs

• Assisted in payroll reconciliation and reporting, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and labor summaries

• Performed payroll audits and corrections prior to payroll deadlines

• Supported payroll troubleshooting and system issue resolution in collaboration with HR and IT teams

• Assisted with payroll system updates, testing, and implementation of payroll-related changes

• Ensured confidentiality and compliance with payroll policies and sensitive employee data standards Payroll & Benefits Specialist — Alorica 2021–2022

• Processed payroll for 300–1,500+ employees including regular, off-cycle, and adjustment payroll cycles

• Administered benefits deductions and ensured accurate payroll integration

• Reconciled payroll and benefits data to resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy

• Processed garnishments and wage attachments in compliance with legal requirements

• Supported employee payroll inquiries in a high-volume, SLA-driven environment

• Maintained HRIS employee records and ensured data consistency across systems

• Generated payroll reports for audits, compliance tracking, and internal reporting TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES

Workday • ADP Workforce Now • UKG (Kronos) • SAP • Oracle • Paychex • Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Formulas) • HRIS Systems • Payroll Reporting Tools

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