Jenny Dunbar-Reid
Rochedale,QLD
Summary
Adept at multi-state payroll and fostering team collaboration, I significantly enhanced payroll efficiency and accuracy at Cleanaway Operations. My expertise in Preceda and also in Kronos and strong problem-solving abilities led to a streamlined process, impacting over 1400 employees. I pride myself on reliability and a proven track record in improving team performance and payroll system management.
Payroll professional with proven track record in managing complex payroll systems and ensuring regulatory compliance. Known for delivering precise payroll services and fostering team collaboration to achieve organizational goals. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in payroll software and employee relations.
Accomplished professional with strong understanding of payroll procedures, tax regulations and benefits administration. Proficient in using multiple payroll software programs with knack for quickly learning new systems. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient at work.
Capable Senior Payroll Officer with experience handling all aspects of payroll processing, including direct deposits, taxes, deductions and garnishments. Excellent communicator answering employee inquiries and resolving any payroll-related issues.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in complex Payroll and a talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals. Knowledgeable with in-depth expertise in payroll processing and compliance. Successfully led payroll operations for large teams, ensuring timely and accurate employee compensation. Demonstrated proficiency in payroll software and tax regulations, showcasing strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Payroll Officer
Cleanaway Operations
12.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with HR team to maintain current employee information and facilitate smooth onboarding for new hires.
- Established strong working relationships with cross-functional teams like Finance, HR, IT, Legal departments for better collaboration during complex projects involving employee data management.
- Managed complex payroll tasks for over 1400 employees, including garnishments, benefit deductions, and overtime pay calculations.
- Assisted employees with payroll-related inquiries, ensuring their concerns were addressed promptly and professionally.
- Ensuring tax compliance
- Interaction with over 130 EA's
- Improved payroll team performance, leading regular review sessions to identify areas for process improvement.
- Contributed to developing standard operating procedures for the payroll department to promote continuity and structure across the organization.
- Trained junior payroll staff members on best practices to maintain consistency within the department.
- Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information to uphold ethical standards.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Management of process and systems
- Training fellow members of the team in Payroll Processes
- Calculate bonus payments
- Thoroughly review the payroll and make the necessary adjustments
Payroll Administrator
WDS Mining
07.2010 - 12.2012
- Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using Preceda and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Reduced errors in payroll calculations with meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification.
- Projections on Redundancy Calculations
- Run reports regularly for Project Managers
- Knowledge of Black Coal Award
- Mine site visits to educate newly employed Site Administrators
- Daily management of sector - Completing payroll end to end
- Management of Child Support/Parental leave
- Project costings for Project Management
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 800 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Managed accurate records of employee time off, leave balances, and attendance for precise pay calculation.
- Submitted reports on payroll activities.
- Facilitated year-end reporting by preparing accurate ATO reporting
- Collaborated closely with HR and accounting teams to coordinate benefits deductions, tax withholdings, and other adjustments.
- Ensured timely salary disbursements for employees, maintaining strict adherence to company policies and deadlines.
- Trained and mentored new payroll staff to apply best practices and follow department procedures.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll data to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using Preceda and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
Payroll Officer
Skilled Group Limited
11.2006 - 07.2010
- Collaborated with HR department to ensure accurate employee records, benefit deductions, and leave balances.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 2500 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Managed end-to-end processing of bi-weekly and fortnightly payrolls for a diverse workforce within strict deadlines.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Maintained confidentiality by securely storing sensitive employee information according to established data protection protocols.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Produced payroll activities documentation and reports to meet corporate guidelines and promote transparency.
- Managed garnishments, deductions, and other adjustments to ensure accurate payroll calculations and compliance with legal requirements.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll processes to identify areas for improvement and maintain best practices.
- Prepared accounts for scheduled audits and assisted with audit process to facilitate faster completion of tasks.
- Management of PPE - maintain record keeping knowledge of all EA'S and Awards across a vast sector of Industries both White and Blue Collar
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 3000 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Australian Payroll Assoc.
Online Course09.2024
Skills
- Multi-state payroll
- Employee benefits administration
- HR collaboration
- Compensation analysis and reporting
- Payroll software proficiency - Preceda, Kronos, Aggressor, Axiom, Opus, Workstream with some minimal knowledge of Chris 21
- Strong knowledge of various EA'S and awards
- Collection of site error overpayments
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Timekeeping
- Reliability
- Team building
- Maintaining files
- Reporting skills
- Professionalism
- Account Reconciliation
- Record-keeping
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Project Management
- Reviewing data
- Performance monitoring
- Data Analysis
- Investigating discrepancies
- Data Validation
Timeline
Senior Payroll Officer
Cleanaway Operations
12.2013 - Current
Payroll Administrator
WDS Mining
07.2010 - 12.2012
Payroll Officer
Skilled Group Limited
11.2006 - 07.2010
High School Diploma -
Australian Payroll Assoc.
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