Payroll Analyst & Automation Specialist

Max Abel Vélez

San Antonio, TX ****.*****@*****.*** 908-***-****

SUMMARY

Payroll Analyst at Navy Federal Credit Union with 9+ years of experience supporting high-volume, multi-state and international payroll operations for up to 3,000 employees across weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll cycles. Expertise in end-to-end payroll processing, payroll audits, tax compliance, reconciliations, and payroll reporting using ADP WorkforceNow, ADP eTime, and Workday. Proven ability to streamline payroll operations through automation and data analysis, improving efficiency and reducing errors. Strong technical background in SQL, Python, and AWS, enabling data-driven decision-making and process optimization.

CORE COMPETENCIES

High-Volume Payroll Processing (Up to 3,000 Employees)

Multi-State & International Payroll Compliance

Payroll Audits (Pre/Post Payroll)

Payroll Reconciliation & GL Validation

Payroll Tax Compliance

ADP WorkforceNow, ADP eTime, Workday

Payroll Reporting & Variance Analysis

Excel Automation & Process Optimization

Payroll Error Resolution & Root Cause Analysis

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Payroll Analyst

Navy Federal Credit Union - San Antonio,TX

Jul 2024 – Present

Manage end-to-end payroll operations for international employees across Germany, Italy, and Korea, ensuring compliance with country-specific payroll laws and tax regulations

Process high-volume payroll across weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly cycles supporting enterprise-level operations

Validate payroll data including earnings, deductions, benefits, and tax records to ensure accuracy and compliance

Perform payroll reconciliations and general ledger validation to support financial accuracy and audit readiness

Conduct pre- and post-payroll audits.

Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, including tax issues and payment errors

Leverage Excel automation (CSV uploads, advanced formulas) to streamline payroll processing and reduce manual workload

Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate employee data updates and payroll adjustments

Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance payroll accuracy

Maintain payroll documentation and procedures to support internal controls and standardization

Payroll Specialist

Scoot Education – Los Angeles, CA

Nov 2021 – Jan 2024

Processed high-volume, multi-state payroll for 3,000+ employees using ADP WorkforceNow

Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations by validating earnings, deductions, and tax calculations

Performed payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, and payroll audits to identify discrepancies

Generated payroll reports and collaborated with internal teams to resolve payroll and billing issues

Supported payroll funding validation and ensured timely payroll processing

Utilized advanced Excel functions to analyze payroll data and improve reporting efficiency

Identified inefficiencies and contributed to process improvement initiatives

Payroll Specialist (Contract)

Winter Wyman / Lion Resources – New York, NY

Sept 2019 – Nov 2021

Administered payroll for 5,000+ employees across 30+ states, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations

Developed Excel-based automation tools for payroll tracking and reporting

Generated W-2s and payroll compliance reports

Supported integration of SuccessFactors HR data with payroll systems

Resolved payroll discrepancies in high-volume environments

Staff Analyst (Contract)

NYC Housing Authority – New York, NY

Apr 2018 – Sept 2019

Analyzed operational and financial data to support leadership decisions

Developed reports and dashboards to track performance metrics

Ensured documentation compliance and accuracy

Coordinated vendor activities and operational workflows

Payroll Assistant (Seasonal)

National Football League – New York, NY

Aug 2017 – Mar 2018

Supported payroll processing for officials and staff

Assisted onboarding and ADP eTime setup

Performed payroll reconciliations and data validation

Provided administrative support during high-volume payroll cycles

PROJECT & PROCESS IMPROVEMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Developed Excel automation tools to reduce manual payroll processing and improve accuracy

Streamlined payroll workflows by eliminating redundant steps

Digitized manual payroll forms to improve efficiency and accessibility

Supported team members with Excel-based solutions and data analysis

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Excel (Advanced), SQL, Python, AWS (EC2, S3, IAM), Git, Docker

ADP WorkforceNow, EV5, PCPW, eTime Enterprise, Workday, SuccessFactors, ABD UltraStaff

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – WGU (Aug 2025)

Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics – WGU (In Progress)

CERTIFICATIONS

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+

Microsoft Network & Security Foundations

Linux Foundation Certified (LFCS / LFCA)

ITIL v4 Foundations

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