Vivian Watkins
About Vivian Watkins
Vivian Watkins is a Sr. Payroll Administrator at Belcan, with extensive experience in payroll management and accounting. She has held various roles in payroll and finance since 2001, collaborating with HR teams and successfully managing payroll for 750 employees across multiple states.
Current Role at Belcan
Vivian Watkins serves as a Senior Payroll Administrator at Belcan, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she manages the bi-weekly payroll for 750 employees across multiple states. Her responsibilities include collaborating closely with the Vice President of Human Resources and the HRIS Administrator on various payroll-related matters, such as new hires, terminations, severance, and bonus payouts. This position highlights her expertise in payroll administration and her ability to work effectively within a team.
Previous Experience at MHM Services, Inc.
Before joining Belcan, Vivian Watkins worked at MHM Services, Inc. as an Assistant Payroll Manager from 2007 to 2009. During her two years in this role, she gained valuable experience in payroll management. Her tenure at MHM Services, located in Vienna, VA, contributed to her professional development in the payroll field.
Experience at NEXTEL
Vivian Watkins was employed at NEXTEL as Payroll Lead II from 2001 to 2004. Over her three years in Reston, VA, she developed her skills in payroll processing and management. This role provided her with foundational knowledge that has supported her career in payroll administration.
Educational Background
Vivian Watkins has a diverse educational background. She studied at Rockland Community College, where she achieved an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management. Additionally, she attended the Computer Learning Center, focusing on Computer Programming. Her education has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in payroll and accounting.
Achievements in Payroll Management
In her career, Vivian Watkins has successfully closed out tax assessments for states with no employees by liaising with the Department of Revenue. She also implemented a process to eliminate late payments to worker compensation insurance. These achievements demonstrate her ability to improve payroll processes and ensure compliance with tax regulations.