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Gale D. — Senior Global Payroll Manager from Philippines

Gale D.

Senior Global Payroll Manager

Philippines 3-6 years
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Gale D. is a seasoned Global Payroll Expert with extensive experience in payroll management across the US, Philippines, UK, Canada, Middle East, and Australia. With leadership roles at GlobalTax Associates, Motortrade Nationwide Corp, Enshored Inc., ISTA Personnel Solutions, Granite Services International, and CPI Outsourcing, Gale D. has managed payroll for organizations scaling from 200 to 10,000 employees, as well as international contractor networks. She is skilled in state tax setup and registrations, payroll system migrations, and regulatory compliance, leveraging platforms like Gusto, ADP, QuickBooks Online/Desktop, and Hubstaff. Her responsibilities have included overseeing end-to-end payroll operations, administering benefits, spearheading payroll audits, and directing the deployment of advanced payroll solutions in both corporate and outsourcing environments. She holds certifications in payroll and benefits from CIPP, IHRI, and Gusto Academy.

Experience

  • Global Payroll Specialist

    GlobalTax Associates · 2025 — 2026
    Managed payroll operations for internal staff and external clients across multiple US states, ensuring compliance with federal and state tax regulations. Collaborated with clients to establish payroll systems and ensure proper tax registrations on various platforms. Utilized Gusto, ADP, QBO/QBD, Hubstaff, and Remote.com for payroll administration and workforce management. Processed and filed payroll tax forms such as 941, 940, W-2, and 1099 to meet submission deadlines. Handled employee onboarding and departures, as well as salary adjustments and deductions. Led the migration of payroll records, including historical employee information and tax data, to maintain accuracy. Spearheaded the uptake of a new payroll solution for international contractors. Conducted audits and resolved previous tax filings to address payroll-related issues.
  • Payroll Manager

    Motortrade Nationwide Corp · 2024 — 2025
    Directed payroll operations for 8 companies, processing payroll for 10,000 employees across varied payout schedules. Addressed over 7,000 payroll inquiries and timekeeping issues in a two-month period, improving operational efficiency. Managed the calculation and distribution of IPM bonuses for 2022 and 2023, correcting payroll adjustments since 2020. Ensured compliance by preparing manual Alphalist and Form 2316 submissions for multiple companies. Resolved over 1,000 backlogs in final pay calculations, streamlining processing times to below 30 days. Reconciled payroll data with accounting records and revised policies regarding timekeeping and attendance. Conducted a thorough HR data cleanup and evaluated payroll solutions as part of a system upgrade assessment.
  • Payroll, Compensation and Benefits Manager

    Enshored Inc. · 2020 — 2024
    Administered payroll and benefits for 2,000 employees, ensuring payment accuracy and compliance. Redesignated HMO benefits and life insurance programs with allowances tailored to employee requirements. Oversaw year-end payroll tasks, including 13th-month pay and tax annualization, along with Alphalist preparation and the distribution of Form 2316. Developed a structured salary benchmarking method and enhanced compensation strategies to align with market trends. Established key performance indicators to evaluate and improve compensation and benefits programs. Introduced educational courses through LinkedIn Learning and Udemy to promote employee development. Managed payroll for US expatriates, covering allowances and ensuring tax compliance.
  • Senior Payroll and Finance Officer

    ISTA Personnel Solutions · 2017 — 2020
    Supervised bookkeeping practices, accounts payable, and receivable functions to guarantee accurate invoicing and timely payments. Enhanced financial processes to improve vendor relationships and effectively addressed billing discrepancies. Managed payroll for over 300 local employees and 20 US employees, ensuring tax compliance and accurate salary distribution. Oversaw employee benefits programs, including health insurance and leave management. Led the introduction of HRIS and payroll systems, facilitating integration and comprehensive training. Administered timely completion of IRS Forms 941 and 940 for US employees and processed W-2/W-3 forms for annual reporting.
  • Client Support Specialist (Accounting, Finance and Payroll)

    Manpower Outsourcing | Granite Services International, Inc. · 2016 — 2017
    Managed payroll for over 200 employees across a range of countries, including the US, Canada, UK, Middle East, and Australia, ensuring timely and compliant salary disbursements. Assisted in the preparation of financial statements, encompassing income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Completed reconciliations of bank statements and company credit card accounts to maintain financial record accuracy. Validated transactions, pinpointed discrepancies, and took corrective measures to uphold financial data integrity. Supported the transition to new accounting software to ensure a smooth implementation process.
  • Payroll Specialist

    CPI Outsourcing · 2014 — 2016
    Handled regular payroll cycles, including monthly, semi-monthly, and weekly payroll periods. Supervised timekeeping practices to accurately record work hours, breaks, and absences. Ensured timely submission of payroll reports and government remittances for compliance with regulatory deadlines. Delivered excellent client service by addressing inquiries and compliance-related matters. Performed monthly and quarterly reconciliations of reports to detect and resolve discrepancies. Compiled year-end reports and Alphalists in accordance with BIR submission requirements.

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Education

  • BS Accountancy
    Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) · 2008 — 2013