Katie Fierros
Loveland,CO
Summary
Experienced payroll professional with a strong track record in overseeing payroll, documentation, and reporting functions. Successfully managed payroll activities for a large workforce of over 50,000 employees in a fast-paced environment, consistently delivering accurate and timely payroll runs. Possesses high-level technical skills and a meticulous attention to detail, resulting in optimal outcomes for payroll processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Payroll Coordinator
Vail Resorts
09.2023 - Current
- Process biweekly payroll for over 15,000 year-round employees and 50,000 seasonal workers in the US and Canada, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement while maintaining strict compliance with regulations.
- Resolve complex payroll inquiries at a rate exceeding all other team members, leveraging strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot pay errors and implement effective root-cause solutions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, managers, and supervisors to execute payroll adjustments, off-cycle payments, and terminations, enhancing overall efficiency and employee satisfaction.
- Conducted payroll audits and reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance, proactively identifying potential errors and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
Business Operations Analyst
Endeavor Colorado LLC
03.2011 - 06.2023
- Monitored service delivery metrics to detect and correct deficits in compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Gathered, documented, and modeled data to assess business trends.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws and established organizational standards.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Workforce Engagement Coordinator
Thompson School District
09.2014 - 05.2022
- Built and maintained relationships with community organizations.
- Successfully managed comprehensive volunteer database, tracking service hours for monthly and year-end reporting.
- Trained new volunteers on policies and procedures, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance with regulations.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts that raised over $100,000 from local businesses, enabling the organization to host enjoyable, free events for children and families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO06-2026
Associate of Science - Accounting
Shasta College
Redding, CA05-2006
Skills
- Accounting
- Administrative Support
- Payroll / HR Compliance
- Database Management
- Employee Relations
- Developing and Implementing SOP's
- Federal and State Laws
- Human Resource Management
- Process Improvement
- Total Rewards
- Workflow Development
- Payroll Administration
- Bi-weekly payroll management
- Payroll Auditing
- Experienced in PeopleSoft, Gusto, ServiceNow
- Expert in Microsoft and Google Suite
Timeline
Senior Payroll Coordinator
Vail Resorts
09.2023 - Current
Workforce Engagement Coordinator
Thompson School District
09.2014 - 05.2022
Business Operations Analyst
Endeavor Colorado LLC
03.2011 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Front Range Community College
Associate of Science - Accounting
Shasta College
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