Below are the 4 Payroll Managers, 4 HR Managers & 4 Payroll Specialists with MS Dynamics Great Plains & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides Payroll and HR professionals that know your industry, MS Dynamics Great Plains & other systems on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Is impacting your organization with a payroll manager with experience working in manufacturing, transportation and automotive industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of Information Technology/Computer Programming and Financial Management. Professional certifications involve CompTIA A+ and Certified Financial Management. Professional affiliations include APA-American Payroll Association, SHRM-Society for Human Resources Management and IEEE-International Computer Professionals. Software skills consist of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks, UltiPro, Kronos, NetSuite, Reynolds & Reynolds, PeopleSoft, HCM, HRIS and SAP ERP.

While employed in a manufacturing company as payroll manager, involved in the implementation process from the NetSuite system to the newly acquired Microsoft Dynamics system (formerly Great Plains) to handle the company’s daily financials and operations. Also, served as System Administrator, maintained User Security, Access, and Permissions for NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, and Time & Attendance System for internal and external customers. Moreover, maintained in-house Payroll System, troubleshot and repaired programming code errors when needed (COBOL). Additionally, served as mentor for other employees, trained employees on using NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, as well as the Time & Attendance systems.

Part of the job as a payroll manager in a transportation company was to independently manage a one-person Accounting Department for a small business. Responsible for all aspects and functions related to Accounting for a small business, A/P, A/R, GJ, GL, and Budgets. Furthermore, initialized the setup of the business in QuickBooks, as well as managed and supervised 3 administrative employees.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this payroll manager with work experience in a surgical hospital? Software know-how involves Microsoft Great Plains Accounting System, NetSuite GL, EBS Oracle, ADP Workforce Now, Fourth Shift Accounting System, Kronos Time Keeping System, Ceridian Source 100 and Pro Business Payroll System.

Contributed by processing bi-weekly payroll for a non-profit facility through ADP Workforce Now, Time and Attendance and Internet-based system for employees. While working as a payroll accountant/accounting clerk, was responsible for all 3rd party Check requests including garnishments, all benefits, workers comp calculations, and 401K. Also, has served as a 401K administrator and 401K board Member for a Foundation’s 401K plan. Duties involved processing annual 401K Audit, processing all Petty Cash reimbursements and reconciliation, as well as leading and training A/P clerk with processing using Oracle EBS and NetSuite systems including all reconciling of AP accounts.

The job entailed assisting payroll coordinator with all aspects of payroll processing which included laws, company pay policies, reporting, and consulting. Serving in a surgical hospital as a payroll manager/HR assistant, has assisted in implementation from ADP Payroll systems to in-house CPSI Payroll systems. Additional responsibilities were assisting and training all aspects of month end bank reconciliations and Cash balancing, as well as assisting and training with all payroll journal entries and reporting.

What contributions could a payroll manager who worked in electrical equipment, transportation and insurance industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration. Professional certifications include Certified Payroll Professional (CPP). Technical know-how consists of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, ADP, Ceridian, Kronos, Lotus Notes, Oracle, Sage ABRA, SAP and Ultimate Software.

Challenges like managing the centralized payroll of 10-15 companies with 4600 employees, as well as developing procedures to validate payroll data accuracy and payroll processes were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. While employed in an electrical equipment company as payroll manager, created a training curriculum, partner audits, and payroll procedures, as well as implemented checklists to reconcile payroll totals and employee counts to ensure accuracy. In addition, effectively handled escalated situations from employees and management.

Shared expertise by managing a centralized payroll of 102 companies with 3700 employees, as well as developing procedures to validate payroll data accuracy and payroll processes. While working in a railroad services company as payroll manager, managed 72 different union contracts payroll rules and completed 74 payroll acquisitions during tenure. Furthermore, effectively handled escalated situations from employees and management.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a payroll manager with experience working in entertainment, education and retail industries? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Communication (BA) and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). Technological knowledge consists of MS Dynamics Great Plains, Ceridian Tax Services, ADP, CyberShift, Concur/Gelco and PeopleSoft.

Serving in an entertainment company as payroll manager, assisted HR with any reporting needs, uploading special payments and acting as the payroll liaison for Ceridian. Other responsibilities were doing general ledger payroll uploads into Great Plains, as well as carrying out daily Cash management review, weekly reporting, domestic and foreign wires. In addition, managed bi-weekly payroll for 500 employees using Ceridian HR Payroll Web, CyberShift, Ceridian Self Service, CESA and Expensable systems for employee reimbursements.

As a payroll manager in an education services company, managed bi-weekly payroll for multi-state school clients using Ceridian HR Payroll Latitude, Ceridian Self Service, CESA, Ceridian Source Tax and Workforce Management (WFM Dayforce) Timesheets. Additional duties were creating all payroll related processes, procedures and manuals, as well as being responsible for all PTO accrual policies. Furthermore, created Ceridian reports for managers and auditors, as well as assisted HR with any reporting needs, processes, and procedures.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a human resource manager with experience working in transportation, software and pharmaceutical industries? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Software experiences involve Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, QuickBooks, JD Edwards, MAS 90, NetSuite and Oracle eBusiness Suite.

Serving in a transportation company as human resource manager, recorded daily banking activity from Credit card deposits and updated general ledger; produced and reviewed financial statements; reported month end accruals, reconciled Credit card statements and reconciled daily online banking at month end. Part of the job was to update depreciation schedule and pre-paid schedule with fixed assets entered into QuickBooks, as well as to maintain job Cost codes per vehicle type and to generate payroll journal entry after each pay period. Additionally, managed CDL and Non CDL employees in the compliance database and updated expiration dates on a daily basis.

As an office manager & staff accountant in a retail company, generated monthly budgets, daily financial reports via the use of Microsoft Great Plains Small Business Financials software. Also, acquired business license, federal and state tax identification numbers for business start-up and usage tax. Furthermore, met with potential vendors, such as Credit card and Check verification, as well as determined which best fit the business needs.

Would a detail-oriented human resource manager with work experience in construction, environmental services and financial services industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Associate in Business Administration-Accounting. Skills involve Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, QuickBooks, Sage, Peachtree, Macola, Access, AS/400 and MAS 90.

Some accomplishments included assisting CEO and CFO in daily administrative and accounting duties, as well as creating project accounts per new contracts. While employed in construction company as a human resource manager, maintained project related records including contracts and change orders, as well as reviewed vendor and subcontractor requirements such as insurance and OSHA training. Other duties were reviewing and processing vendor invoices per contracts, as well as maintaining project budgets in accounting system for Project Managers and Purchasing.

Shared expertise by completing monthly bank draws for 6 or more projects, as well as handling vendor pay outs and lien waivers for each account. This specialist processed all accounts receivables such as invoicing, lien waivers and collections, as well as performed new hire orientations including insurance, direct deposit and company policies. Furthermore, reviewed bi-monthly timesheets to process hourly and salary payroll, as well as handled year-end tax assignments such as 1099s and W2s.

How can a human resource manager who worked in IT services, real estate and entertainment industries help your organization? Educational background is composed of Associate in Business Administration. Software skills involve MS Dynamics Great Plains, Wennsoft, ABRA, Paychex, ADP TotalSource, ARIBA, Bartech IQN and Beeline. This individual is a Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) Member.

Working with challenging issues such as administering company payroll function for exempt, non-exempt, union employees; entering and tracking employee time in HRIS and Service databases (MS Great Plains) have vetted this specialist’s work experience. Serving as human resource manager in an IT services company, implemented the ADP HRB Human Resource Information System and maintained records as well as compiled reports from database. Additionally, administered various human resources plans and procedures for all company personnel; as well as assisted in development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures. This manager prepared and maintained employee handbook aside from the policies and procedures manual.

Responsibilities involved all medical plans, dental plans, COBRA administration, FMLA, LOA, worker’s compensation issues, 125 plans, direct deposit, 401K/ profit sharing enrollment and inquiries. Acting as human resource manager in a real estate company, managed all recruitment functions, as well as created job descriptions and employment ads. Furthermore, posted Open positions on websites, print ads and internally. Reviewed resumes and interviewed all qualified candidates.

Would hiring a human resources manager with experience working in airline and hospitality industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational background is composed of Master Certificate in Human Resources. Technological know-how involves MS Dynamics Great Plains, Kronos, PeopleSoft, ADP payroll and AS/400.

Acting as a human resources manager, assisted supervisors and managers to conduct staffing analysis to anticipate future recruiting needs. Some of the tasks were building bench strength through the hiring of the qualified candidates, development of employee skills and knowledge, work assignments that stretch employees and providing career growth. In addition, identified and utilized effective recruiting methods and tools within local market. Moreover, conducted and directed new employee orientation process to ensure employee is able to quickly perform their job, has a strong understanding of who the customer is, and how their job impacts the ability to meet business goals.

While working for an airline company as human resource manager, supervised a medium-sized support staff for multiple plant sites. Key responsibilities were overseeing all interviewing, recommending for hire, training, assigning and reviewing work, apart from evaluating the performance of incumbents. Furthermore, researched and analyzed data pertinent to work programs and/ or facility goals as well as prepared reports explaining findings and recommendations.

Would a detail-oriented payroll specialist with experience working in rental, entertainment and restaurant industries fit in your organization? Software skills involve MS Dynamics Great Plains, SalePoint, ADP, Paycor, Kronos, REVEL, Timesaver, Paychex, QuickBooks, Lawson, PeopleSoft and Oracle.

Some accomplishments included assisting group corporate payroll department with the implementation of the Oracle and ADP System. Serving as payroll specialist in a vacation rental company, validated all elements and uploads, entered for the conversion, as well as ensured all personnel and pay information from PeopleSoft (existing system) matched Oracle. In addition, ensured all employees are accurately allocated to new Pay Group and assigned department(s) via ADP Time Saver. Moreover, processed accounts payable via Great Plains System and assisted payroll department with tasks such as employment/income verification request.

Shared expertise by processing biweekly payroll for several park locations for hourly and salaried associates. While working as payroll specialist in a parks and entertainment company, did timekeeping via Kronos, as well as provided assistance in allocating W2 information for all active and inactive associates. Furthermore, handled incoming calls and logged for corporate use, as well as assisted with all ADP Pay Card services for active and inactive associates.

How can a payroll specialist with work experience in real estate and restaurant industries help your organization? Computer skills include MS Dynamics Great Plains, SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, QuickBooks and ADP PayExpert.

Working with challenging issues such as processing month-end bank reconciliation and monthly reports, as well as operating Great Plains software and Excel for controlling accounting data have vetted this specialist’s work experience. While employed as payroll specialist, completed payroll for 300+ employees, utilizing ADP PayExpert software. This specialist was capable of handling sensitive information pertaining to New Hires (Employee Files, Direct Deposits and Taxes), Terminated Employees (Severances and PTO Payouts, Cancellation of Insurance and Direct Deposits), Coordinated Benefits (Medical, Dental, 401and Flex spending) and monitored Garnishments / Child Support. Also, organized data needed to pay and file Georgia state sales taxes for 5 nonprofit retail thrift stores.

With a “can do approach” in the area of carrying out payroll for 10 employees, utilizing ADP PayExpert software. Acting as payroll specialist in a restaurant, performed full cycle accounts payable, including coding/entering invoices and weekly check runs. While employed in a real estate company, setup new vendors and reconciled vendor statements in Great Plains.

Would hiring a payroll specialist who worked in advertising, semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries help meet the needs of your organization? Software skills involve MS Dynamics Great Plains, ADP, Oracle, Accpac, MAS 90, AS400, E-time software, Concur and EZ Labor.

Acting as a payroll specialist in an advertising company, processed sub-tenant invoices and trade accounts receivable Cash receipts into Great Plains daily, as well as responsible for trade accounts receivable collections. Some of the tasks were helping reduce accounts receivable over 60 days from 32% to 12%, providing semi-monthly payroll processing for approximately 280 employees in a multi-state environment, and utilizing ADP Pay X functionalities. In addition, carried out reporting-tax, unemployment, I-Reports, workers’ compensation, 401K, medical insurance and audits, as well as processed new hires, terminations, direct deposits and W4’s.

While working for a semiconductor /manufacturing company as payroll specialist, provided semi-monthly payroll processing for approximately 350 employees in a multi-state environment, utilizing ADP Workforce Now as well as Time & Attendance. Other duties were reconciling Wage Works-FSA, as well as processing Aetna TPSP in payroll and reconciling at year-end. Furthermore, was responsible for Prudential 401K reports and upload.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this payroll specialist with experience working in food, management consulting, publishing and retail industries? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration/Finance & Information System. Technical skills involve MS Dynamics Great Plains, ADP (ProBusiness), Report Writing, Kronos, Ascentis, ADP Vantage, Access and Crystal Reports.

Contributed by processing weekly union payroll for 300+ employees and bi-weekly payroll for 350 corporate employees (exempt and non-exempt). As a payroll specialist in a food company, worked with ADP Vantage application for both time and payroll processing, as well as processed terminations, manual checks for corrections, bonuses, severance, retro pay, and any other request. In addition, worked with federal and state tax forms and direct deposits, as well as set up garnishments, state levies, and child support in ADP Funding HSA for corporate and retails employees per HR and payroll.

Other tasks comprised of handling employees W-4, state, and local taxes, as well as processing and handling employees’ severance pay, bonuses, termination checks, and special requests. While employed in a management consulting company as payroll analyst lead, worked with Crystal Reports, Great Plains, Report Writing, & ADP. Furthermore, extracted data from various programs to Excel Spreadsheet, as well as worked with pivot tables & various Excel formulas.