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Central Michigan University

·       Orchestrated seamless payroll operations for a dynamic workforce of employees and executives in multiple-states, managing both domestic and international payroll processes of 50+ million per year. 
·       Verified and approved General Ledger reports, Deutsche Bank reports, and preliminary checks for payroll processing. 
·       Perform monthly tax calculations to ensure compliance with IRS requirements for Highly Compensated Employees (HCE), thereby mitigating the risk for substantial tax liabilities for the organization. 
·       Delivered clear and concise instructions to our third-party vendor, Ceridian, guiding modifications based on meticulous payroll reviews and reconciliations. Ensured accuracy and compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations, while also verifying the correct processing of all Global payments. 
·       Pioneered and executed internal and external projects, driving the automation of manual tasks within the payroll team. These initiatives significantly reduced processing time, enhancing efficiency, and minimizing errors. 
·       Led the establishment of an internal payroll setup in collaboration with Ceridian, involving stakeholder education and customization tailored to specific organizational needs. 
·       Partnered with Human Resources to update data in the HR data base, ensuring accurate tax reporting and deposits, thus reinforcing the reliability of our payroll processes. 
·       Collaborated closely with the accounting department, reconciling payroll reports with financial records to identify discrepancies and facilitating accurate cross-charging within the organization. 
·       Conducted thorough hypothetical tax calculations for employees before their international assignments, demonstrating a proactive approach to tax planning and compliance.

Payroll Specialist

·       Conducted thorough reviews throughout the month to guarantee the accurate processing of payroll for both United States and Canada, showcasing a commitment to precision and compliance in every aspects of payroll management. 
·       Collaborated with the benefits team to calculate annual pensions and supplemental matches for United States employees, enhancing overall employee compensation packages and ensuring comprehensive financial well-being. 
·       Demonstrated capability to execute and submit all Affordable Care Act (ACA) documentations for over 800 employees, showcasing an acute understanding of regulatory compliance within the payroll domain. 
·       Successfully cleared 450 thousand dollars in suspense records from previous years, demonstrating a proactive and solution-oriented approach. This achievement required intensive research into previous payrolls conducted in the United State and Canada, further solidifying my commitment to resolving complex payroll issues. 
·       Managed the Daimler Trucks and Mercedes-Benz separation for global payroll, playing a pivotal role in establishing new processes for Daimler Trucks. Assumed additional responsibilities until smoothly transitioning to a new team, showcasing adaptability and leadership in navigating organizational changes.

HR/Payroll Analyst

·       Conducted extensive research to identify a software solution capable of processing Affordable Care Act (ACA) requirements, establishing valuable vendor relations and ensuring seamless compliance within the HR domain. 
·       Innovatively created a new standardized process for preparing and submittal of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) documentations, streamlining administrative tasks and reinforcing a commitment to regulatory accuracy. 
·       Took on the responsibility to conducting plausibility checks and analyzing tax data for all Tax Equalization entries in the customized database, showcasing a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of tax-related HR processes. 
·       Directed efforts to enhance checks processes on external data transmittal with EY, resulting in improved accuracy within the Tax Equalization process and reinforcing the organization commitment to precision in financial reporting. 
·       Stepped in as a replacement to meticulously review payroll submissions for Canada payroll, focusing on funding requests and ensuring accurate reporting on ADP documents, demonstrating versatility and competence in handing diverse HR responsibilities.

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