Brenda Samuelson

• Conducted regular audits of existing policies and procedures, ensuring their continued effectiveness in addressing organizational goals related to mitigating risks.
• Conducted thorough analysis of historical data, helping identify patterns and trends in potential risks.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish effective risk management practices across HR.
• Evaluated emerging risks in the market through continuous monitoring and research, enabling proactive response measures.
• Currently, am the Model Risk Officer for HR. The EFCC Officer for HR, Oversees third-party management for HR. As well as oversees Enterprise Data Governance for HR. Lastly, is responsible for the RCSA HR program.

Implemented Workday-based testing features to use on final product. In the areas of Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, and HCM.

• Responded to employee requests via telephone and email and effectively answered questions and inquiries.
• Completed, settled U.S. Payroll successfully with a 99.9% accuracy for 500 workers.
• Obtained documents, clearances, certificates and approvals from local, state and federal agencies.
• Located providers for all company benefits, including medical, dental and life.
• Reviewed benefits paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
• Managed continuous enrollment processes, as well as yearly enrollment periods.
• Calculated deductions and disability payments.

• Led payroll production for  2,000 workers.
• Submitted Workday and Kronos reports on payroll activities.
• Produced documentation and reports regarding payroll activities.
• Performed calculations in payroll categories such as overtime, vacation and sick hours.
• Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
• Prepared accounts for regular audits and assisted with the process.
• Altered employee tax status along with information regarding withholding.

• Worked alongside management to develop testing and improvement plans.
• Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
• Completed in-depth usability testing on Workday