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Amy Speiden

Wood Dale

Summary

Skilled in managing payroll and timekeeping operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payments. Possess strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax regulations, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to improve process efficiency and resolve discrepancies quickly. Contributed to enhancing team productivity and reducing errors in previous roles.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Specialist

AccentCare Hospice
Dallas
07.2003 - Current
  • Supported payrolls, driving timely and accurate payment of employee wages.
  • Developed and maintained detailed payroll documentation and procedures guides.
  • Reconciled payroll discrepancies by reviewing time sheets, production charts and wage tables.
  • Extracted information from payroll system and generated reports for various departments and vendors.
  • Responded promptly to requests from external auditors during audits.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws to ensure compliance.
  • Prepared and balanced end-of-period reports and reconciled payroll issues.
  • Processed employee, hires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
  • Maintain employee records, including new hires, terminations, and tax withholding forms.
  • Assisted with auditing processes related to payroll.
  • Solved complex problems related to payroll processing quickly and efficiently.
  • Processed garnishments, child supports, verification of employment, Mortgage Loans, accordance with federal and state laws.
  • Performed manual calculations for retroactive pay adjustments or special payments as required.
  • Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
  • Processed new employee paperwork and entered information into payroll system.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines consistently.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary payroll records and explanations.
  • Coordinated with HR/OPS team to ensure accurate employee data for payroll processing.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Ensured timely processing of all direct deposit payments each pay period.
  • Verified and employee information in the system, including address changes, tax withholding status, and direct deposit information.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fenton High School
Bensenville, IL
06-1984

Skills

  • Processing wage withholding orders
  • Time sheet review
  • Data auditing assistance
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Processing garnishments, Verification of Employment, Loans
  • Customer Service

Affiliations

  • Walking
  • Reading
  • Spending time with Family

Accomplishments

  • On school board for 4 years.
  • Scout Leader for 3 years.
  • President fot the Music booster 1 year.

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Payroll Specialist

AccentCare Hospice
07.2003 - Current

High School Diploma -

Fenton High School
Amy Speiden