Results-driven Chief Payroll Specialist with over 8 years of comprehensive experience in managing and overseeing payroll operations for large organizations. Proven expertise in implementing efficient payroll systems, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and optimizing payroll processes to enhance accuracy and timeliness. Skilled in leading and mentoring payroll teams, handling complex payroll issues, and utilizing advanced payroll software and tools. Adept at analyzing payroll data to drive strategic decisions and maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with HR, finance, and other departments to streamline operations and support organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Specialist
State Social Protection Fund
Baku
07.2022 - Current
Responsible for the preparation and processing of monthly payroll for all employees
Track and deduct all garnishments, cash advances, and other special payroll deductions
Review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets
Review provided documents and track state allowance payments
Coordinated with Human Resources staff on employee leaves of absence or termination paperwork
Developed and implemented procedures to ensure accurate entry of payroll data into the system
Providing monthly statistical data to The State Statistical Committee, working on the Electronic Government Portal, submission of reports on compulsory state social insurance, online registration of labor contracts, online submission of tax declarations, preparation of declarations for tax authorities, and online payment of mandatory state social insurance funds
Responded promptly to inquiries from employees regarding their paychecks or deductions.
Leading Specialist
State Social Protection Fund
Baku
05.2020 - 06.2022
Ensured that all necessary taxes were withheld accurately from each employee's paycheck
Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll
Processed payroll for over 500 employees bi-weekly, ensuring accuracy of pay and deductions
Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
Collaborated with employees and supervisors to immediately resolve discrepancies in timesheets.
Chief Accountant
Executive Power of Lachin District
Baku
09.2016 - 04.2020
Manage all accounting operations based on accounting principles, prepare budget and financial forecasts, develop periodic reports for management, prepare tax returns, balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and monitor compliance of ID cards with the accounts in the accounting program
Prepare and process bank and cash payment orders
Calculate vacation, maternity, sick, and casual leave allowances
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual statistical reports
Prepare monthly payroll for all employees
Conduct inventory process on assigned dates
Prepare and submit tax statements and pension fund reports
Supervised the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable and receivable, and payroll processing
Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on various aspects of accounting processes.
Accountant
ÜMİD İSTİSMAR LLC construction company
Baku
08.2015 - 08.2016
Weekly report on income and outcome to the managers, monthly report to the head office
Preparing all reports - Tax, pension Fund, statistics (monthly, quarterly and annually), Payment procedures and bank transactions under the control of finance manager, contracts revision (with the help of the lawyer), cash flow preparing and control
Monthly control of inventory and stock
Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing
Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory
Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Azerbaijan State Economic University
Baku
06.2013
Skills
Decision-Making
Interpersonal Communication
Organizational Skills
Problem-solving aptitude
Active Listening
Time management abilities
Teamwork and Collaboration
Self Motivation
Adaptability and Flexibility
Advanced Excel user
Professionaldevelopmentcourses
English language course-IELTS Academic 6.5
Intermediate german language skills
Upper-intermediate russian and turkish language skills
A training course in Basics of Accounting (Financial and tax accounting, IFRS)
Languages
Azerbaijani, native
English, Upper-intermediate
German, Intermediate
Russian, Upper-intermediate
Turkish, Upper-intermediate
Timeline
Chief Specialist
State Social Protection Fund
07.2022 - Current
Leading Specialist
State Social Protection Fund
05.2020 - 06.2022
Chief Accountant
Executive Power of Lachin District
09.2016 - 04.2020
Accountant
ÜMİD İSTİSMAR LLC construction company
08.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Azerbaijan State Economic University
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