Proven Subject Matter Expert in payroll management with consulting expertise sought after by major corporations to build, improve, and maintain payroll operations for global clients. Experienced in partnering with executive teams, accounting leaders, and IT to develop and implement business solutions and technologies amplifying payroll processing capabilities. Leverages bilingual fluency in English and Spanish to communicate effortlessly in multi-cultural environments. Leads strategic projects accelerating rollouts and strengthening financial accountability of multi-million-dollar funds. EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) Taxation Certification HIGHLIGHTS •Provided consultation to executive leadership, HR directors, and senior payroll managers on developing strategic initiatives and instituting business solutions amplifying multi-million-dollar payroll processing for 50K-person international workforce. •Led technical projects and project management teams in implementing HR information systems (HRIS), accounting software, and financial technology (FinTech) applications leveraged by 200+ global end users. •Championed change management strategies and drove process improvements accelerating payment/repayment processing while heightening general accounting functions, tax filing accuracy, and regulatory compliance. •Recruited to build payroll department from ground; hired/onboarded top talent developing high-performing team and scaled payroll and tax operations to support 3K-person workforce across US and Puerto Rico. •Piloted 7 direct reports and system implementations and configurations propelling use of ADP, Kronos, Workday, and PeopleSoft applications. •Scrutinized accounting activities and implemented improvements strengthening payment accountability; identified and resolved inaccuracies returning $1M+ to P&L. •Sought after to restructure payroll department and transform high turnover rate; inspired team and 2 direct reports in surging payroll operations to accommodate enterprise acquisition of 7 business segments and 20K-person workforce.
