Cassandra Ortiz

Detail-oriented HR/Payroll Coordinator with proven skills in payroll processing, employee onboarding, and timekeeping management. Committed to fostering effective communication and solving payroll inquiries to enhance operational efficiency.

HR/PAYROLL COORDINATOR - Barricades Unlimited - LUBBOCK, Texas

(2022-03)

• Processed weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate compensation.
• Assisted in employee onboarding by entering new hire data into the payroll system.
• Resolved payroll inquiries from employees, providing explanations and solutions to issues.
• Supported benefits administration by processing enrollments and changes in employee benefits.
• Facilitated training sessions for staff on payroll system updates and best practices.
• Communicated regularly with internal departments such as Human Resources or Accounting about changes impacting payroll calculations or deductions.
• Managed employee timekeeping and attendance records to maintain compliance with company policies.
• Maintains MVR records and forwards results to hiring manager to send for UA processing; ensures non-qualified drivers complete necessary document so they do not drive a company vehicle.

OFFICE MANAGER - DREWS HOME IMPROVEMENT - LUBBOCK, Texas

(2014-09 - 2022-03)

• Coordinated office activities and ensured efficient operation of daily tasks.
• Developed and implemented office procedures to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Managed vendor relationships and negotiated contracts for services and supplies.
• Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure sufficient stock levels.
• Assisted in budget preparation and monitored expenses throughout the fiscal year.
• Processed payroll and maintained employee records with high accuracy.

FINANCE ASSOCIATE - AT&T Mobility - Lubbock, TX

(2008-01 - 2014-08)

• Completed expense reconciliation tasks, ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial reporting.
• Supported budget management by tracking expenditures and identifying variances for departmental review.
• Executed data entry and validation tasks, maintaining integrity of financial information in systems.
• Identified discrepancies in financial records, implementing corrective measures to maintain accuracy.
• Reconciled bank accounts daily by verifying deposits, withdrawals, and transfers, ensuring accuracy of account balances.
• Managed daily cash flow activities including monitoring incoming payments and disbursing funds as required.

High School Diploma - Coronado High School (2003-05)