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PAYROLL SPECIALIST
This Payroll Specialist resume sample highlights skills in processing payroll accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing payroll systems.
YOUR NAME
Payroll Specialist
Professional Summary
Write a concise summary (3-4 sentences) highlighting your years of payroll processing experience, number of employees handled, proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Workday Payroll), knowledge of payroll laws and tax regulations, and your commitment to accuracy and timeliness. Mention certifications like CPP if you have them.
Work Experience
Senior Payroll Specialist
Corporate Services Inc.
- Processed accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for over 800 multi-state employees using ADP Workforce Now.
- Managed employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and deductions.
- Calculated and processed wage garnishments, child support orders, and tax levies in compliance with legal requirements.
- Prepared and reconciled payroll reports, resolved payroll discrepancies, and assisted with year-end W-2 processing.
Payroll Clerk
Manufacturing Solutions LLC
- Entered and verified employee timesheet data for payroll processing using Paychex.
- Assisted with calculating hours, overtime, and deductions for hourly employees.
- Maintained organized payroll files and employee records.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding paychecks and payroll deductions.
Education
Associate Degree in Accounting or Business Administration (or equivalent experience)
Tarrant County College
Skills
Full-Cycle Payroll Processing, Payroll Software (ADP, Paychex, Workday, Gusto, QuickBooks Payroll), Payroll Tax Compliance (Federal, State, Local), Wage & Hour Laws (FLSA), Garnishments & Levies Processing, Benefits Deductions (Health, 401k), Payroll Reconciliation & Reporting, W-2 & Year-End Processing, Data Entry & Accuracy, Attention to Detail & Confidentiality
References available upon request.
Clearly state your proficiency in specific payroll systems.
Highlight your knowledge of payroll tax laws and compliance.
Quantify your experience (e.g., number of employees processed, payroll frequency).
Mention certifications like Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
Your Payroll Specialist cover letter should emphasize your accuracy, reliability, and understanding of the importance of timely and correct payroll. Align your experience with the specific payroll systems or company size mentioned in the job description.
Be prepared for questions about your experience with payroll software, how you handle payroll errors or discrepancies, your knowledge of tax withholding and garnishments, and your approach to ensuring compliance. You might be asked about specific payroll scenarios.