HR professional with robust experience in payroll, benefits, and employee relations. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and driving organizational success. Skilled in conflict resolution, compliance, and developing effective HR strategies. Adaptable and dependable, ready to support changing organizational needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Generalist, Benefits/Payroll Administrator
Vetsource
06.2022 - Current
Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
Provided excellent customer service by addressing employee inquiries about their paychecks and benefits promptly and accurately.
Analyze current processes and adjust where needed for efficiency, create SOPs and employee training documents through video and document presentations.
Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting.
Ensured timely processing of life event changes, diligently updating employee records as needed.
Assisted employees with benefits-related inquiries, ensuring prompt resolutions and increased satisfaction levels.
Payroll Specialist/Benefits Generalist
Oklahoma Public School Districts
08.2018 - 05.2022
Directed and controlled 401K, medical, dental, and vision benefit packages.
Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
Served as a trusted resource for employees seeking assistance with complex claims issues or disputes with service providers.
Led cross-functional team to evaluate and select new benefits providers, ensuring alignment with company values and employee needs.
Streamlined benefits enrollment process for new hires, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience.
Organized presentations and meetings for open enrollment and onboarding, presented for open enrollment seminars, processed open enrollment for 4600+ employees
End to End payroll processing and garnishments for 4600+ employees
Assist school leaders with hiring and benefits options
Office manager duties - order all supplies, submit requisitions for board approval, enter invoices to be paid, and manage weekly staff meetings
Set up weekly and monthly budget projections for administration and department heads.
Sales and Business Manager
Independent Contractor
01.2007 - 01.2020
Created sales strategies through planning and data analysis
Arranged, organized, and set up at sales expos or conventions
Customer service, sales, support, and management
Managed all revenue, expenses and business taxes.
Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
OWNER/OPERATOR
NewEnough Kids Resale
01.2015 - 06.2017
Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity
Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties
Determine goods and services to be sold and set prices
Maintain inventory records
Develop or implement product-marketing strategies
Manage all bank accounts, ledgers, and money transactions.