Senior Payroll & HR Compliance Specialist

ANDREA TARVER RYANS

Senior Payroll & HR Compliance Professional

Stone Mountain, GA 30088 • 770-***-**** • **********@*****.*** • LinkedIn Profile PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Payroll and HR professional with more than 25 years of progressive experience managing full-cycle payroll operations, multi-state tax compliance, and HRIS administration. Consistently delivers accurate, audit-ready payroll for hourly and salaried workforces while coordinating with Finance and HR to tighten controls and reduce error rates. Brings hands- on proficiency with ADP, UKG, and Workday, alongside a long-standing parallel practice in individual and business tax preparation. Known for building reliable processes and resolving complex payroll and tax issues without disruption to employees or operations.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Multi-State Payroll Compliance • Full-Cycle Payroll Processing • HRIS Administration (ADP, UKG, Workday) • Payroll Reconciliation & Tax Reporting • Garnishments & Benefits Deductions • Payroll Auditing & Discrepancy Resolution • HR Compliance & Onboarding • Individual & Business Tax Preparation • Record-Keeping & Data Accuracy • Regulatory Compliance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Human Resources & Project Staffing Managers

MJ Lawn & Maintenance Services — Stonecrest, GA June 2016 – January 2026

• Managed complete payroll cycles for 30+ employees, including timesheet review, wage calculations, deductions processing, and direct deposit administration, ensuring timely and accurate pay delivery each period.

• Maintained payroll records in full compliance with federal and state labor regulations, preparing and submitting required tax filings and documentation on a consistent schedule.

• Supported HR functions including onboarding, scheduling, and maintaining accurate personnel documentation. Identified and corrected recurring payroll discrepancies by implementing structured audit checkpoints, resulting in measurably fewer processing errors and reduced correction cycles.

• Administered garnishment orders, child support withholdings, and voluntary deduction arrangements, coordinating with relevant agencies to meet legal deadlines and protect employees from compliance exposure.

• Supported HR functions including new-hire onboarding, benefits enrollment, and record maintenance, serving as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and HR inquiries.

• Monitored employee availability and adjusted assignments to maintain balanced workloads and project continuity. Prepared and filed payroll tax reports, W-2s, and year-end compliance documentation, verifying accuracy of withholdings and employer contributions before submission. Lead Payroll & Accounts, Specialist

Hormel Foods Corp — Tucker, GA November 2021 – December 2024

• Processed end-to-end payroll for 398 employees across multiple pay groups, coordinating data collection, calculation reviews, and final disbursements to meet established payroll deadlines without exception.

• Managed scheduling operations by coordinating staff assignments, shift coverage, and workload balancing across teams. Administered all garnishments, tax withholdings, and benefits deductions, maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local requirements throughout the employment lifecycle.

• Utilized ADP, UKG, and Workday to manage payroll data, generate compliance reports, and streamline processing workflows, improving overall efficiency and reducing manual effort in reconciliation tasks.

• Conducted regular payroll audits and account reconciliations, identifying root causes of discrepancies and implementing corrective measures that reduced error rates and strengthened financial controls.

• Resolved complex payroll issues by working directly with HR and Finance teams to investigate variances, correct data errors, and prevent recurring problems through improved process documentation.

• Contributed to community engagement efforts through volunteer participation in Hormel Foods outreach programs and the Hosea Williams Feed the Hungry and Homeless Foundation, supporting diverse local populations. Tax Analyst Coordinator

Our Taxes — Snellville, GA December 1998 – Present

• Prepare individual and business tax returns for a consistent client base, applying current federal and state tax regulations to minimize liabilities and maintain full filing compliance each tax season.

• Analyze tax data and verify payroll-related figures for accuracy before submission, flagging inconsistencies and working with clients to resolve discrepancies prior to filing deadlines.

• Complete bi-weekly tax data analysis, handling approximately 50% of total client return volume and managing the full review-to-submission workflow using advanced tax preparation software.

• Research and interpret changes to federal and state tax codes, translating regulatory updates into actionable guidance for clients and adjusting preparation procedures to reflect current requirements.

• Maintain organized, accurate client records and documentation in support of audit readiness and year-over-year continuity in tax reporting and compliance obligations.

• Coordinate client communications around deadlines, extensions, and follow-up documentation requests, ensuring each client understands their obligations and receives timely, well-documented returns. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration / Data Entry Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, Tallahassee, FL 1984 Associate of Applied Science, Business Administration and Management Massey Business College, Atlanta, GA 1986

VOLUNTEER WORK

• Led community outreach efforts with Hormel Foods and the Hosea Williams Feed the Hungry and Homeless Foundation, coordinating volunteer activities and increasing participation among diverse community members.

• Organized fundraising events in support of the United Way Foundation, driving community awareness and securing contributions for local programs and initiatives.

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