Veronica Tilley

About Veronica Tilley

Experienced Payroll Specialist with over a decade of experience supporting payroll operations in the steel and industrial services industry. Skilled in ADP Payroll, budgeting, advanced Excel reporting and data analysis, and payroll systems administration, with extensive experience managing complex payroll processes across multi-site operations, including payroll administration for employees working under multiple Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) union contracts.Recognized as a TMS payroll superuser and trainer, providing system expertise, troubleshooting, and training to payroll teams accross the United States to ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll processing.Proficient in Yardi Property Management, Microsoft Office, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, with strong analytical and reporting skills that support data-driven decision-making and process improvement.In addition to my professional role, I am actively involved in the Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI) since 2019, where I have served in several leadership positions including Volunteer Coordinator, Secretary, Treasurer, and Midwest Regional Secretary. I currently serve as Treasurer for both the Chicago Chapter and Midwest Region, supporting financial stewardship, transparency, and collaboration within the organization.Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Accounting and Financial Information Systems from Indiana University Northwest.

Experience

1. Payroll Specialist

   Tms International Llc

   Feb 2015 — Present · Gary, IN, US

   I work as part of TMS\'s accounting and human resources department to maintain all payroll operations according to the company and involved union policies and procedures. Serving in an administrative role to systematically calculate and send out paychecks for employees with different employment classifications. Responsibilities include a myriad of aspects such as documenting all transactions related to an employee’s wages for diverse union contracts. Ensuring employee payments are processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations, union contracts, and company policies. Manage and oversee vacation and attendance tracking. Onboarding new employees into the systems. Produce payroll reports for management and confirm approval for overtime or paid time off on multiple systems and payroll software. Communicate in an effective and professional manner to solve discrepancies in pay with employees. Additionally, I am TMS\'s payroll superuser, training company employees on payroll procedures, software, and system troubleshooting.

Education

• Indiana University Northwest

  BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS WITH A CONCENTRATION IN ACCOUNTING/FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS, Business

  2004 — 2012