Aaron Jackson
Naugatuck,CT
Summary
Human Resources Specialist with extensive experience in Health Care and Manufacturing. Cross-functional communicator skilled in analyzing company needs, developing long-term solutions and implementing aligned vision across departments or business unit leadership. Solid problem-solver possessing strong knowledge of labor legislation and payroll processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Benefits Specialist
Jam Industries
Berlin, CT
07.2024 - Current
- Managed confidential information with strict adherence to organizational policies.
- Ensured timely and error-free payroll processing through meticulous scrutiny of timesheets
- Conducted manual calculations for retroactive pay adjustments and special payments, as required.
- Assisted and addressed employee questions promptly regarding paychecks and other payroll matters.
- Managed processing of benefit enrollment forms, changes, and terminations.
- Maintained records of employee participation in various benefits programs.
- Managed bi-weekly payroll with efficiency and accuracy.
- Dayforce Software
- Utilized software programs such as Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
HR Coordinator
Apple Rehab
West Haven, CT
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted with the recruitment process by posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and verifying candidate qualifications.
- Conducted employee onboarding activities including orientation, benefits enrollment, and new hire paperwork.
- Maintained employee records in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensured accuracy of payroll data by collecting, reviewing and entering timesheets into system.
- Monitored performance evaluation processes to ensure timely completion of reviews.
- Resolved employee relations issues through effective communication and problem solving techniques.
- Prepared reports related to attendance tracking, disciplinary actions taken, terminations or any other relevant topics.
- Answered questions from staff regarding benefits packages, vacation time or other HR-related matters.
- Investigated complaints about discrimination or harassment brought forward by employees.
- Initialized background checks for potential new hires.
Human Resource Assistant | Payroll Manager
NHCA Hebrew Center
West Hartford, CT
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Provide assistance to the Human Resources Department in order to ensure legal compliance with state and federal guidelines; assists in all functions relating to employment, benefits and salary administration
- Payroll Manager: Softwares used ADP Workforce Now, SMARTLINX,
- Weekly Payroll Processing (350+ employees)
- ABCMS; background investigation
- Workers Compensation;
- FMLA
- I9; keeping documents up to date from current and terminated employees
- Processing all new employees in the company's system
- Process all employee changes; status, pay rate, terminations, change of address
- Renew licenses for certified nurse aides
- Worked with HR department to devise and update policies as needed for corporate accountability and workplace health.
- Delivered employee orientation sessions detailing company policies, job descriptions and milestones.
- Developed employee orientation and training programs for new hires.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.Soft
Assistant / Payroll Manager | HR Training
Star Inc
Norwalk, CT
04.2017 - 06.2022
- Payroll Manager, Softwears used Paylocity, MITC
- HR Training
- Scheduler
- Monthly financial audits for residents
- Ensures monthly completion of Fire drills/ Reports/ Safety checklist
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Developed and implemented HR strategies to improve employee engagement and retention.
- Organized and facilitated team-building activities, including monthly staff meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CT06.2022
Skills
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Problem-Solving
- Recruiting and Interviewing
- Records Management
- ADP Workforce Now
- Human Resource Information System HRIS
- Payroll Management
- Critical Thinking
- New Employee Orientations
Timeline
Payroll Benefits Specialist
Jam Industries
07.2024 - Current
HR Coordinator
Apple Rehab
09.2023 - 07.2024
Human Resource Assistant | Payroll Manager
NHCA Hebrew Center
06.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant / Payroll Manager | HR Training
Star Inc
04.2017 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Charter Oak State College
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