Chrissy Wiesen
Corona,CA
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources professional, effective in driving business goals and objectives through people initiative and helps drive a high-performance culture and employee engagement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Architectural Design and Signs
06.2019 - Current
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies.
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Provided guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Coordinated company-wide training programs to enhance workforce skills and promote professional growth.
- Championed employee wellness initiatives to improve job satisfaction and reduce absenteeism.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
Payroll Manager
Architectural Design and Signs
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Addressed employee inquiries regarding pay issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between management and staff members.
- Coordinated new hire and termination processes to facilitate smooth operations.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide assistance with payroll-related questions.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Reviewed time records for 120 employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Monitored and updated employee information in payroll system to add changes in salary, bonuses and deductions.
- Collaborated with HR and Finance departments for seamless integration of new hires into the payroll system.
- Improved payroll accuracy by conducting regular audits and addressing discrepancies proactively.
- Processed retroactive pay adjustments and other special payments to make up for compensation shortfall in previous pay period.
- Maintained employee confidence with secure handling of sensitive information during all stages of the payroll process.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying current on regulations and updating policies accordingly.
- Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient systems and tools, resulting in reduced processing time.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures and policies to determine compliance with regulations.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies.
- Conducted annual salary reviews to ensure fair compensation across the organization based on market trends and internal benchmarks.
Payroll Specialist
Architectural Design and Signs
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
- Managed garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding of new hires by efficiently entering relevant data into the payroll system.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping and accurate reporting.
- Reviewed time records for 100 employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
- Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
- Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
- Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
- Generated reports to track employee time and attendance.
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Architectural Design and Signs
09.2012 - 09.2016
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak workload periods while maintaining high-quality results and meeting tight deadlines.
- Reduced late payment penalties by closely monitoring due dates and managing timely payments.
- Trained new team members on accounts payable processes, fostering a productive work environment.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Processed invoices with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Education
Master of Science - Business Management And Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2018
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee Relations
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Exit Interviews
- Performance Assessment
- Employment law
- Problem-Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Onboarding, Training, and Development
- Payroll Management
- Unemployment Claims
- Accident Investigations
- Administering Disciplinary Procedures
- ADP Workforce Now
- Forecasting Employment Needs
- Corrective Action Planning
- Recruitment and hiring
- Payroll Administration
- Talent Acquisition
- Compliance
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Legal Compliance
- Performance Appraisal
- Staff Management
- Recruitment and selection
- Training development
- Background Checks
- Employee Handbook Development
- Policy Enforcement
- Benefits Administration
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Architectural Design and Signs
06.2019 - Current
Payroll Manager
Architectural Design and Signs
06.2018 - 06.2019
Payroll Specialist
Architectural Design and Signs
09.2016 - 06.2018
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Architectural Design and Signs
09.2012 - 09.2016
Master of Science - Business Management And Leadership
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Arizona State University
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