Adriana Lindsay
New York,NY
Summary
Performance-driven Vice President with 10 years of experience aligning systems with business requirements, policies and regulatory requirements. Passionate about applying excellent organization and communication skills to manage and lead teams. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive results based on sound overall business judgment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
VP Operations & Total Rewards
Accordion Partners LLC
09.2022 - Current
- Processed semi-monthly payroll for 500+ employees ensuring accurate entry of salaries, reported hours on timesheets, bonuses, severance pay, garnishment requests, and deductions and withholdings for benefits, taxes and 401(k) contributions and calculating LOA and disability payments, including the annual merit and bonus processes.
- Responsible for driving the continuous development, implementation, administration,and communication of Accordion's total rewards strategy , annual open enrollment, and ensuring programs are competitive, sustainable and support the long and short term performance goals of the organization.
- Addressed and resolved tax agencies requests, including timely issuance of W-2s and reconciled quarterly filings, worked closely with the Finance team and participated in annual audits.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Spearheaded the implementation of ADP WFN replacing Paylocity.
- Handled administration of Cobra and LOA
Payroll & Benefits Manager & HR Manager
Vindex LLC
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Main contact for all Payroll & Benefits inquiries for 300++ employees across Vindex and subsidiaries; biweekly as well as semi-monthly
- Inputs changes, which may include changes to employees or employee statuses, exemptions or withholdings, or bank information
- Reconciles payroll-related general ledger and prepare reports or statements summarizing payroll-related accounts.
- Served as main contact for all Benefits related matters across Vindex and subsidiaries
- Assist employees in understanding the organizations benefits offerings and acted as a liaison between the organization and third-party benefits providers
- Conduct orientation or enrollment meetings, advised on eligibility, costs, and coverage, and provided information for use in memos, presentations, or other benefits communications
- Provide guidance during claims or enrollment processes
- Maintained records related to benefits plan participation or contributions
- Managed all aspects of new hire onboarding from point of hire, including I9 verifications, background checks, email/Teams set up; run new hire orientations
- Oversee all aspects of employee offboarding, including final paycheck, scheduling and conducting exit interviews, and creating separation documents
- Maintain all employee personnel and confidential files to keep them up to date and in compliance
- Managed all aspects of candidate experience, including scheduling interviews, and all communications throughout the hiring process.
- Managed FMLA administration, coordinating leave requests and tracking time off for compliance purposes.
- Educated staff on the value of their benefits package through training sessions and informational materials.
HR Generalist - Office Manager
E-Prodigy
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Administering compensation and benefit plans
- Coordinate with PEO to maintain HR policies, procedures and records
- Handled all the on-boarding process for new hires as well as off boarding
- Processed bi-weekly payroll for 300 employees
- Manage contract and price negotiations with office vendors/service providers
- Conduct periodic reconciliations of all accounts to ensure their accuracy
- Assist Finance team with annual audit & analyze accounting data for Sr Management
- Maintain an orderly accounting filing system & perform ad hoc spreadsheet reports.
- Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
Controller-HR Manager
Four Points by Sheraton
01.2017 - 01.2018
- HR- Recruiting, reviewing resumes, setting up interviews, onboarding new employee Review and process all invoices as well setting up new vendors
- Processed weekly Payroll for 200 Employees, cut overtime by working on preparing schedules with managers
- Administered Benefits package
- Review and prepare line by line variance report
- Maintain files for all contracts and certificates of liability, expenses and payroll
- Monitor the financial performance of the hotel within budget guidelines
- Compile and analyze daily, weekly and monthly financial reports
- Prepare monthly and annual budgets and reconcile taxes
- Responsible for preparing financial statements (P&L, statement of cash flow), benefits package, exit interviews, terminations, confidentiality practice
- HR- Labor laws compliance.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
AP/AR Manager /HR Manager
Leo Wolleman- ColorCraft
11.2012 - 01.2017
- Processed weekly Payroll through ADP, audited monthly payroll reconciliation reports
- Reconciliation of Corp
- Credit cards as well as month end accounts
- Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date and resolved discrepancies
- Produced monthly reports and assisted with Month end closing
- Review, sort and match invoices and check requests (60++ invoices per week)
- Set invoices up for payment, prepare and process check requests and accounts payable checks, wire transfers and ACH payments
- Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date, resolve invoice discrepancies
- Upkeep of vendor file maintenance, produce monthly reports, assist in month end closing
- Processed T/A Commissions bi-weekly
- Handled daily deposits.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Associate Real Estate Broker
Manhattan-Spaces
05.2011 - Current
- Negotiated favorable terms for clients during property transactions, resulting in beneficial outcomes on both sides.
- Cultivated long-lasting relationships with past clients which led to a continuous stream of referrals.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry professionals such as mortgage brokers, inspectors, and contractors to facilitate seamless transactions.
Accounts Payable Manager
The Sherry-Netherland
01.2011 - 10.2012
- Managed accurate and timely processing of over 250+ invoices per month.
- Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
- Reviewed monthly expense reports for accuracy, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies.
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and reduced processing time.
Education
Certified Notary Public -
B.A. History -
St. John's University
SHRM-SCP Course -
Baruch College
01.2019
Language and Cultural Coaching Certificate -
St. John's University
01.2010
Skills
- ADP WFN
- Paylocity
- Bswift
- Various HRIS Systems
- QuickBooks
- Great Plains internal accounting system
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 2010 software including Excel, Word, Power Point
- Corporate Communications
- Policy Development
- Bookkeeping
- People and Culture
- Policies and Procedures
- Talent Recruitment
- Operations Management
Timeline
VP Operations & Total Rewards
Accordion Partners LLC
09.2022 - Current
Payroll & Benefits Manager & HR Manager
Vindex LLC
11.2021 - 08.2022
HR Generalist - Office Manager
E-Prodigy
03.2019 - 08.2021
Controller-HR Manager
Four Points by Sheraton
01.2017 - 01.2018
AP/AR Manager /HR Manager
Leo Wolleman- ColorCraft
11.2012 - 01.2017
Associate Real Estate Broker
Manhattan-Spaces
05.2011 - Current
Accounts Payable Manager
The Sherry-Netherland
01.2011 - 10.2012
Certified Notary Public -
B.A. History -
St. John's University
SHRM-SCP Course -
Baruch College
Language and Cultural Coaching Certificate -
St. John's University
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