Amber Talbott
Kennewick,WA
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource/Business Administration Manager
Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions - Manufacturing
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Administered Human Resources functions, including onboarding, payroll processing, compensation management, and employee relations
- Led HRIS systems implementation and ongoing use, streamlining HR processes and enhancing data accuracy
- Performed work place investigations related to safety, security and legal compliance.
- Ensured legal compliance across HR activities, staying updated on labor laws and industry regulations
- Managed benefits claims, invoice approvals, and the annual re-evaluation of benefit policies
- Improved operational efficiency by developing and implementing new policies and procedures - established the employee handbook for U.S. location, implemented the Learning Management platform to ensure OSHA compliance for General Contractors.
- Oversaw office facilities and supply management for a productive work environment
Finance Officer Manager
Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions - Manufacturing
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes for U.S. office
- Oversaw payroll processing, benefits administration, and tax compliance
- Collaborated with external CPA to conduct financial audits, ensuring compliance with federal/state tax laws and company policies.
- Developed and implemented cost-saving initiatives to improve financial efficiency
Sales Finance Manager/Office Manager
Swire Coca Cola USA - Distribution
05.2004 - 12.2018
- Performed complex general accounting functions, including journal entries and reconciliations
- Managed P&L reporting, financial analysis, and budgeting for Northwest Region
- Processed check requests and invoices, ensuring correct ledger coding
- Resolved pricing, billing variances, and other vendor/customer issues
- Processed payroll for 20 employees and supported 5 managers administratively
- Managed DOT compliance for CDL Class A drivers, ensuring adherence to FMCSA regulations, HOS requirements, drug/alcohol testing, and vehicle maintenance standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - HR
Western Governors University
Millcreek, UT09-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration Finance
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA06-2025
Skills
- Financial Reporting/Analysis
- GL Accounting
- Payroll and budgeting
- Budget Analysis
- US GAAP Principles
- MS Office Suite
- Risk Management
- ERP Use - SAP, Navision, Business Central
Timeline
Human Resource/Business Administration Manager
Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions - Manufacturing
01.2022 - 01.2025
Finance Officer Manager
Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions - Manufacturing
05.2019 - 12.2021
Sales Finance Manager/Office Manager
Swire Coca Cola USA - Distribution
05.2004 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - HR
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration Finance
Columbia Basin College
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