Denise Arguijo
Mesa
Summary
Accomplished Personnel Manager with proven expertise in employee relations, compliance management, and conflict resolution. Demonstrated ability to foster team collaboration and implement effective training programs, contributing to improved workplace morale and compliance adherence. Dynamic professional with extensive experience in training program development and recruitment strategies. Known for effective communication and attention to detail, successfully enhancing team performance and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Committed to driving organizational success through strategic workforce planning. Detail-oriented payroll coordinator with over 16 years of experience in payroll administration and compliance. Expert in conflict resolution and employee relations, ensuring accurate processing and adherence to regulations, while supporting teams through effective communication and training. Seasoned Personnel Manager with proven experience in managing recruitment processes, employee relations, and policy implementation. Proven strengths include effective communication, strategic planning, and team leadership. Consistent record of improving efficiency, enhancing employee satisfaction, and driving overall operational success.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Personnel Manager
Walmart
Apache Junction
02.2016 - 01.2021
- Managed employee relations and resolved workplace conflicts effectively.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new hires.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts to attract diverse talent.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and company policies.
- Conducted performance evaluations to assess employee contributions.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance team collaboration and communication.
- Supported management in strategic workforce planning initiatives.
Payroll Coordinator
Professional Placement services
Solon
01.2000 - 02.2016
- Managed payroll processing for diverse employee groups across multiple locations.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
- Collaborated with HR to resolve employee payroll inquiries and discrepancies.
- Implemented new payroll software to streamline processing and reporting.
- Reviewed payroll reports for precision before final approval each cycle.
- Coordinated year-end processing of W-2s and related tax documentation.
- Calculated and processed payroll for over 200 employees on a bi-weekly basis.
- Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
- Managed the processing of new hires and terminations in the payroll system.
- Managed payroll for temporary, hourly, and salaried employees.
- Verified accuracy of employee hours worked, pay rate changes, deductions, bonuses, and other payroll data.
- Maintained detailed records of all wage calculations and deductions.
- Calculated overtime, vacation sick hours, and other categories of time.
- Reconciled monthly payroll accounts to ensure accurate payments to employees.
- Performed quality checks on final payrolls prior to their transmission or distribution.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
- Coordinated child support deductions and distributed wage assignments.
- Prepared reports related to wages, taxes, garnishments, 401K contributions and benefits packages.
- Processed requests from employees related to direct deposit enrollment or address changes.
- Implemented payroll reconciliation tools to improve report accuracy.
- Resolved discrepancies between payroll records and timekeeping systems.
- Assisted with audits by preparing accounts and providing information.
- Reviewed timesheets for accuracy before submitting them to the accounting department.
- Prepared physical checks for employees and check stubs for those receiving direct deposits of funds.
- Updated and reconciled retirement, tax, and health care accounts.
Accounts Payable Clerk
State ofMichigan
Kalamazoo
03.1980 - 02.1999
- Processed vendor invoices for timely payment and compliance with state regulations.
- Reconciled monthly statements with vendor accounts to ensure accuracy.
- Communicated with vendors regarding payment inquiries and discrepancies effectively.
- Utilized accounting software to enter and track payable transactions accurately.
- Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
- Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Police dispatcher
Eastlake Police Dept
Eastlake
09.1974 - 03.1978
- Monitored emergency calls and prioritized dispatching to appropriate units.
- Coordinated communication between emergency personnel and citizens during incidents.
- Operated radio systems and computer-aided dispatch software efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of calls, responses, and actions taken.
- Provided clear instructions to callers in stressful situations.
- Collaborated with fire departments to streamline response protocols.
- Conducted training sessions for new dispatch staff on procedures and systems.
- Reviewed incident reports to identify trends and improve service delivery.
- Remained up-to-date on current policies, laws, regulations, and procedures relating to fire dispatching duties.
- Documented any unusual circumstances or events that occurred during shift operations.
- Maintained records of all calls received, including type of call, location, response time.
- Assisted in training new dispatchers on dispatch protocols and procedures.
- Tracked daily activities of fire department personnel utilizing an automated system.
- Managed multiple simultaneous tasks while maintaining composure under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Berea High School
Berea, OH05-1971
Skills
- Employee relations
- Compliance management
- Recruitment strategies
- Performance evaluation
- Training program development
- Payroll administration
- Human resources management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Personnel Manager
Walmart
02.2016 - 01.2021
Payroll Coordinator
Professional Placement services
01.2000 - 02.2016
Accounts Payable Clerk
State ofMichigan
03.1980 - 02.1999
Police dispatcher
Eastlake Police Dept
09.1974 - 03.1978
High School Diploma -
Berea High School