Amanda Buccieri
Orlando
Summary
Senior HR professional with 8+ years of experience in benefits administration, compliance, and vendor management. Adept at developing and managing employee benefit programs aligned with legal regulations and organizational goals. Proven ability to lead open enrollment, analyze benefits trends, and drive continuous process improvement. Skilled in guiding teams through complex HR issues with a strong focus on communication, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Manager
Lazy Moon Pizza
10.2022 - Current
- Payroll management and administration, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions
- Maintain human resources records for employees by recording the hiring, transfer, termination, change in job classifications, and merit increase dates as well as tracking paid time off
- Analyze trends in compensation and benefits; research and propose competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent
- Oversee employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
- Administer full scope of employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k); serve as liaison with insurance carriers, brokers, and TPAs
- Act as the intermediary with insurance and 401K plan administrators, reconcile all monthly billing to in house roster, ensure monthly premiums are paid in a timely manner
- Ensure compliance with ACA, and other federal/state regulations; monitor legislative changes and adjust policies accordingly.
- Lead annual open enrollment process from planning through communication and system updates
- Work in partnership with Finance team to track salary changes, budgets, reimbursements, and various financial metrics
- Successfully led the development and execution of a comprehensive employee engagement program, resulting in a 38% increase in staff satisfaction scores
Air Traffic Controller Trainee
Federal Aviation Administration
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Completed intensive training at FAA Academy; learned to operate under strict protocols and high-pressure environments.
- Resigned due to prolonged COVID-related training delays and uncertainty.
Office Manager - HR & Recruiting
Knapheide Truck Equipment
10.2018 - 03.2021
- Oversaw benefits onboarding, FMLA and leave administration, and compliance documentation for Orlando and Miami offices
- Coordinated full-cycle recruiting for over 100 roles, including benefits enrollment and 401(k) setup.
- Maintained compliance with HR laws and partnered with legal advisors on policy documentation.
- Curate job descriptions and inclusive hiring approaches in partnership with hiring managers
- Enhanced onboarding experience through engaging employee events and consistent communication.
- Served as point of contact for team of supervisors, owning complex and escalated issues.
- Reconciled accounts and managed documents to facilitate office operations
- Collaborated with administrative staff on billing, accounts payable and other financial tasks
Recruiter
Insight Global
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Developed and posted job ads, conducted interviews, and managed all pre-employment screenings.
- Coordinated with hiring managers and account reps to fulfill staffing requirements and negotiate contracts.
- Determined application requirements with detailed analysis of job descriptions and qualifications
HR Intern
Feeding Children Everywhere
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Develop relationships with local colleges and community organizations, scheduling events to be present at career fairs, community outreaches, etc
- Managed the scheduling and logistics of all interviews between candidates and hiring managers
- Assisted HR team organize recognition events and engagement activities
- Provided administrative support to HR department, including filing, data entry, and document creation tasks
Education
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Business
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Benefits Compliance & Regulation (ACA, FMLA)
- Open Enrollment Management
- Vendor & Broker Relations
- Benefits Data Analysis
- Employee Education & Communication
- Recruitment and staffing
- HR reporting
- Onboarding and orientation
- Billing and Reconciliation
- Employee benefits management
Certification
- SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
Timeline
HR Manager
Lazy Moon Pizza
10.2022 - Current
Air Traffic Controller Trainee
Federal Aviation Administration
03.2021 - 10.2022
Office Manager - HR & Recruiting
Knapheide Truck Equipment
10.2018 - 03.2021
Recruiter
Insight Global
06.2018 - 10.2018
HR Intern
Feeding Children Everywhere
06.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Business
University of Central Florida
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