Amanda Welch

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About Amanda Welch

I’m a results-driven HR and Finance professional with over 16 years of experience leading end-to-end payroll operations, benefits administration, accounting processes, and cross-functional HR initiatives across diverse environments—including non-profit, corporate, and high-growth startups. I am also an active member of our local Ladies Golf League and enjoy playing every chance I can!I specialize in managing high-volume, multi-state payrolls (weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly), ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and leading complex system transitions and ERP integrations (ADP, UKG Pro, IDI TimeBank, CertiPay, Paychex). I’ve successfully led teams through large-scale platform migrations, improved internal controls, and delivered measurable results—such as reducing costs by over $1M through process optimization.My background includes-Payroll leadership for processing employees-Garnishment compliance and payroll tax reporting (941, W-2, ACA, 1095, 5500)-Benefits administration and LOA coordination-Cross-functional collaboration with HR, Finance, Legal & IT-Mentorship and team development with a focus on equity and inclusionRecognized for my professionalism, integrity, and operational excellence, I bring a strategic mindset and hands-on execution to every challenge. I’m especially passionate about leveraging technology and people-first practices to build scalable, compliant, and high-performing payroll and HR operations.All posts reflect my personal views.