Toni Vasileva

About Toni Vasileva

I specialize in payroll, benefits, and HR operations in complex environments, including global and multi-state organizations. Over the years, I’ve built a track record of ensuring compliance, improving processes, and supporting business growth by aligning HR practices with organizational goals.I enjoy turning complex requirements—whether tax, compliance, or systems-related—into clear solutions that work for both the business and employees. I’ve partnered across payroll, benefits, labor, and recruitment functions, always with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.My approach is hands-on, detail-oriented, and collaborative. I take pride in delivering compliant outcomes and smoother experiences for teams and employees.

Experience

1. Payroll Manager

   McKinstry

   Sep 2023 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Leading payroll strategy and operations for employees across multiple geographies — ensuring compliance, driving systems improvements, and partnering closely with HR, Finance, and Accounting.Key areas of ownership:• Lead the payroll team through the successful implementation of UKG, improving accuracy and operational efficiency.• Build and mentor a high-performing payroll team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.• Optimize payroll processes to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including multi-state and international payroll considerations.• Partner with stakeholders across HR, Finance, and IT to align payroll strategy with organizational goals.• Implement internal controls and deliver data-driven insights to support executive decision-making and continuous process improvement.• Drive change management initiatives for payroll systems and processes, reducing errors and enhancing overall employee experience.

Education

• Universitet 'Prof. Dr. Assen Zlatarov' - Burgas

  Chemistry

  1994 — 1997

• Technical college Stara Zagora

  Biotechnology; drafting

  1989 — 1994

Skills

• Cash Flow
• Retail
• Strategy
• Crm
• Operations Management
• Business Development
• Income Statement
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll
• Analysis
• Accounting
• Forecasting
• Managerial Finance
• Product Management
• Strategic Financial Planning
• Leadership
• Training
• Customer Satisfaction
• New Business Development
• Sales Management
• Administration
• General Ledger
• Mergers
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Contract Negotiation
• Account Reconciliation
• Recruiting
• Budgets
• Budgeting
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Banking
• Sales Operations
• Customer Service
• Account Management
• Management
• Team Building
• Financial Reporting
• Auditing