Michael Lujan

Experience

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  Paychex

  Feb 1994 - Jun 2002

  Major Market Services (MMS), Implementation, Senior Payroll Specialist

  Account Executive• Emphasis on Employers with 100+ employees• After the sale was final, installed client software, enter all employer and employee information, trained client on software and resolve any issued until turned over to a customer service representative.New Loads Specialist• Emphasis on Employers with less than 100 employers• Daily payroll over phone and keying from timesheets• After sales was final, enter all employer and employee information and resolved any issues and turned over to a customer service representativeSenior Payroll Specialist• Processed payroll for a call center, prepared amended tax returns and researched tax notices with all federal and state tax agencies Show less

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  Computer Payroll Company

  Mar 2004 - Sept 2007

  Tax Manager / Customer Service Manager

  Tax Manager • Oversaw daily operations and responsible for the timely tax payments for over $200,000,000 a year.• Directed the research and completion of IRS, EDD and Out of State tax notices.• Coordinated Quarter End and Year End filing of Withholding returns for all 50 states• Researched compliance for all 50 states• Data Integrity – verified all employee wages matched quarterly matched all year end reports and W2’sCustomer Service Manager • Oversaw daily operations for a call center for over 1000 clients• Hired, trained, supported, and guided team to quality customer service skills Show less

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  Pay Edge Inc

  Sept 2007 - Nov 2009

  Operations Manager

  • Responsible for daily operations so all payrolls are processed and sent for delivery• Daily tax payments and reconciliation• Managed 15 employees that consisted of receptionist, data entry, implementation, customer service, IT, and distribution• Liaison between sales and operations to obtain a smooth running implementation department• Quarterly and annual filing of all tax returns• Research compliance for all 50 states

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  Specialized Payroll Company

  Apr 2009 - Oct 2009

  Tax Manager

  • Oversaw daily operations and responsible for the timely tax payments• Directed the research and completion of IRS, EDD and Out of State tax notices.• Coordinated Quarter End and Year End filing of Withholding returns for all 50 states• Researched compliance for all 50 states• Data Integrity – verified all employee wages matched quarterly matched all year end reports and W2’s

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  Taketa, Iwata, Hara and Associates LLC

  Nov 2009 - Nov 2010

  Payroll Manager
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  The Hawaii Group, Inc. ("HiHR")

  Aug 2011 - Sept 2012

  Payroll and Accounting Manager

  As the pivotal, main point­-of-­contact to a dedicated group of clients and their worksite employees, delivered the highest level of service and payroll expertise while certifying consistently accurate and timely payroll and human resource services.

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  Kamehameha Schools

  Nov 2012 - Jun 2014

  Payroll Accountant

  Oversaw and executed analytical reviews of general ledger to ensure accurate and timely implementation of payroll transactions. Created and expanded close working relationships with human resources and finance departments to guarantee timely and accurate financial compliance and auditability standards in accordance with all statutory law, company, and union policies. Assisted in enhancements and upgrades to system software.

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  Hawaii Gas

  Mar 2015 - Sept 2015

  Payroll Administrator

  Transformed the payroll system for over 300+ employees. Developed, implemented, and oversaw the execution of standard procedures, inclusive of union rules and regulations, for accuracy and compliance across disparate employee base. Created and led the selection search for a new payroll, human resources, and time and attendance software and implementation plan.

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  PayTech

  Sept 2015 - Jun 2018

  Project Manager

  PayTech is a Payroll and HRIS Consulting Company that employs a ‘walk beside you approach’ to strategically guide companies through change management. For over 17 years, our team of experts have supported companies of all industries and sizes, providing fresh ideas, objective expertise, and industry knowledge offering an immediate value contribution to our clients’ success.We offer Human Capital Management System Consulting in the areas of:•Project Management•Implementations•Payroll Consulting•System/Process Optimization•Carve Outs/Mergers and Acquisitions•HRIS Services•Managed ServicesOur Consultants and Project Managers average 20-30 years of domestic and international experience on multiple payroll systems holding individual certifications in payroll, human resources, accounting and project management. PayTech delivers fully functional payroll departments utilizing payroll systems to their fullest potential. We differentiate ourselves from other consulting firms by staying focused on our core competencies and staying educated on government compliance and industry best practices. We are proud to say that 98% of our clients surveyed would use us again and would recommend us to their colleagues. Show less

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  Lujan Consulting LLC

  Jul 2018 - Mar 2023

  Global Payroll Transformation Consultant

  Working with global companies in the APAC, LATAM, EMEA, and NA regions. Assist clients in successful mergers and acquisitions into the current systems and processes. Creating country specific payroll documentations for global clients which includes processes related to onboarding, payroll processing, and post payroll functions. Review all processes and suggest where processes can be aligned and/or efficiencies created by using existing or new technology.

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  Spencer Thomas Group

  Jun 2019 - Jun 2020

  Payroll Architect/Consultant

  Currently contracted as a STGSourced consultant for Spencer Thomas Group for Concentrix as a payroll architect/consultant.https://www.concentrix.com/Spencer Thomas Group is a Professional Services firm that delivers comprehensive business solutions worldwide. Whether it’s Business Process Transformation, Organizational ChangeManagement, Enterprise Applications, IT Strategy, or Program and Project Management. Our experience and knowledge base stems from our involvement with nearly 100 multinational companies in over 90 countries on six continents. www.Spencer-Thomas.com Show less

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  CONAM Management Corporation

  Feb 2023 - now

  Payroll Director

  Founded in 1975, The CONAM Group is a full-service real estate management and investment firm specializing in multifamily housing. Based in San Diego, California, the firm oversees a nationwide portfolio of approximately 53,000+ fee-managed and company-owned apartments. CONAM is also active in the development, acquisition and rehabilitation of apartment communities in addition to providing property and asset management services to individuals and institutional clients.