CHAITRA LIGHTSEY, SHRM-CP
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Responsive Human Resources Business Partner with well-rounded experience in all functional areas of HR, including labor law compliance, employee relations and performance management, leave of absence and ADA accommodations. Supports leadership and effectively balances role of consultant and mentor with gatekeeper to control employer-related risks and development of effective management skills. Focused on understanding unique business needs to establish genuine relationships as indispensable partner.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Business Partner
Dart Container Corporation
11.2023 - Current
- Support, consult, train, and coach all levels of the management team regarding people-related laws, policies, programs, and issues to help managers make informed decisions, which ultimately advance business objectives
- Coordinate, administer, and support various HR programs/initiatives, using A3 methodology to monitor programs for efficiency/effectiveness
- Integrate talent management process to include detailed analysis of potential talent gaps and development of career plans to identify and retain current talent and attract outside talent to the business
- Provide onsite customer-facing support for 300 exempt and non-exempt staff.
Assistant HR Generalist
Alten Technology
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided HR support to 400+ ALTEN employees as a primary point of contact and subject matter expert for inquiries relating to payroll, benefits, policies, and procedures
- Led and managed an efficient and welcoming onboarding process for 10-20 new hires weekly including onboarding, pre-employment screenings, orientation, and new hire documentation
- Supported bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll processing through collaboration with other HR associates and Payroll administration.
Payroll Specialist
Paychex Inc
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to the payroll processing database
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 20-30 payroll clients via phone and email daily.
HR Administrator- Payroll Administration
Lincoln Financial Group
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed new employee payroll data entry updates for 20-25 employees weekly in compliance with predetermined company guidelines
- Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law, and tax code to keep operations compliant with applicable standards
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues
- Coordinated with HR personnel to verify the accuracy and completeness of employee information.
HR Administrator- Shared Service Ctr
Lincoln Financial Group
10.2013 - 06.2017
- Managed employee data and privacy to keep employee data confidential per organizational privacy policies
- Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options via phone, email, or case management application submission
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by conducting regular audits of personnel files and HR databases
- Served as a knowledgeable resource for all staff members regarding company policies, procedures, benefits, and other HR-related matters.
Skills
- HR Policies & Procedures
- Orientation & Onboarding
- Benefits Administration
- HR Program/Project Management
- Payroll Administration
- Employee Relations
Certification
SHRM-CP certification, 06/01/23
Affiliations
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Timeline
HR Business Partner
Dart Container Corporation
11.2023 - Current
Assistant HR Generalist
Alten Technology
05.2021 - 04.2023
Payroll Specialist
Paychex Inc
03.2020 - 02.2021
HR Administrator- Payroll Administration
Lincoln Financial Group
06.2017 - 08.2019
HR Administrator- Shared Service Ctr
Lincoln Financial Group
10.2013 - 06.2017
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