Patrick Cook
About Patrick Cook
Patrick Cook serves as the Director of Payroll Services at Inspire Brands, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in managing multi-state payroll operations and ensuring compliance with payroll tax laws.
Work at Inspire Brands
Patrick Cook has served as the Director of Payroll Services at Inspire Brands since 2017. In this role, he oversees payroll operations and ensures compliance with payroll tax laws for the organization. His responsibilities include managing multi-state payroll operations and implementing payroll software solutions. Cook's tenure at Inspire Brands has contributed to the company's efficiency in payroll management.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to joining Inspire Brands, Patrick Cook worked at Heartland Payroll Solutions as a Payroll Tax Supervisor from 2011 to 2016. He also held the position of Tax Manager at StaffMetrix HR for one year, from 2016 to 2017. Earlier in his career, he was an Enterprise Client Service Representative at Paychex from 2005 to 2011. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of payroll operations.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Cook earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Management from Kennesaw State University - Michael J. Coles College of Business, completing his studies from 2010 to 2013. He specializes in managing multi-state payroll operations and has expertise in implementing payroll software solutions, including Workday and UltiPro. His educational background and professional experience support his proficiency in payroll management.
Specialization in Payroll Operations
Patrick Cook specializes in managing multi-state payroll operations and ensuring compliance with payroll tax laws. He is experienced in handling mergers and acquisitions from a payroll perspective, which requires a thorough understanding of payroll processing and compliance. Additionally, he is proficient in quarter-end and year-end payroll processing, which are critical periods for payroll departments.