Alicia McCormick
Houston,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable Payroll Manager with a strong background in Human Recourses and Accounting.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Manager
PBK Architects Inc.
Houston, Texas
09.2023 - Current
- Full implementation of Workday from start to finish.
- Combines (4) payroll software's into Workday.
- Improved payroll accuracy by conducting regular audits and addressing discrepancies proactively.
- Maintained employee confidence with secure handling of sensitive information during all stages of the payroll process.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Coordinated new hire and termination processes to facilitate smooth operations.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures and policies to determine compliance with regulations.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Implemented efficient payroll processing systems, ensuring accurate compensation for all employees
- Processed multi-state payrolls efficiently, navigating complex tax laws and withholding requirements
Director of Employee Engagement
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
Houston, United States
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Generate reports to evaluate program success and make modifications.
- Engaged with larger campaigns to build deeply collaborative partnerships.
- Participate in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
- Collaborated with sales, delivery and service teams to manage seamless client experiences.
- Continually maintain and improve company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
- Designed and implemented social media strategies to align with business goals.
Human Resources /Payroll Manager
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
Houston, United States
05.2015 - 10.2022
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for 225+ employees.
- Completed in-house weekly and semi-monthly payroll.
- Quarterly and annual reporting; 941, 940, SUTA, EEO-1, 1095-C, W2.
- Implemented hiring and recruiting policies and procedures.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
- Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law and tax code to keep operations in compliance with applicable standards.
- Managed conversion from manual processes and implementation of Greenshades.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
- Review and redlining of all new Customer T&C's, Contracts and MSA's
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
Houston, United States
09.2012 - 05.2015
- Contacted clients with past due accounts to formulate payment plans and discuss restructuring options.
- Reviewed accounts on monthly basis to assess aging and pursue collection of funds.
- Managed efficient cash flow reporting, posted cash receipts and analyzed chargebacks, independently addressing and resolving issues.
- Managed costs and billing and resolved financial discrepancies effectively through organizational management of account information using Great Plains software.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
Houston, United States
05.2012 - 09.2012
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
- Used Great Plains to perform accurate financial analysis and audits to mitigate financial risks.
Administrative Assistant
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
Houston, United States
06.2009 - 05.2012
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Managed 200+ cell phones/air cards, including repair, maintenance and billing.
- Monitored office calendars to plan meetings, activities and travel to maximize productivity.
- Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
Education
Accounting I & Accounting II -
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSkills
- Recruitment Expertise
- Employee Engagement
- Auditing and Data analytics
- Maintaining Company Records
- Human Resources Knowledge
- Policy Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Multi-State Payroll Understanding
- Employment Law & Regulations
- Customer Contract Review/Redlines
Timeline
Payroll Manager
PBK Architects Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Director of Employee Engagement
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
10.2022 - 09.2023
Human Resources /Payroll Manager
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
05.2015 - 10.2022
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
09.2012 - 05.2015
Accounts Payable Specialist
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
05.2012 - 09.2012
Administrative Assistant
Custom Air Products & Services, Inc.
06.2009 - 05.2012
Accounting I & Accounting II -
Houston Community College
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