Christi Karbacka Welsh
Fairfield ,Iowa
Summary
Highly-motivated professional with a passion for embracing new challenges. Known for possessing a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven ability to excel in autonomous work environments. Eager to leverage these qualities in a dynamic role where initiative and innovation are valued
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Benefits Supervisor
FoodChain ID Group, Inc.
Fairfield, Iowa
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Conducted research on benefit plan options, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement plans.
- Provided guidance to staff regarding eligibility requirements, enrollment procedures and other related issues.
- Resolved customer service inquiries from employees concerning their benefits packages.
- Conducted new hire orientations to explain various benefit programs available to them.
- Analyzed data to determine trends in usage rates and costs associated with health care plans.
- Developed communication materials such as newsletters, brochures, emails and presentations about employee benefits programs.
- Audited invoices from vendors providing services related to employee benefits programs.
- Maintained records of employee enrollments in benefit plans and updated information.
- Managed 4th quarter open enrollment each year.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
FoodChain ID Group, Inc
Fairfield, Iowa
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Assisted the CEO with administrative tasks such as scheduling, travel arrangements and expense reports.
- Organized meetings and conference calls for the CEO and ensured all necessary materials were prepared in advance.
- Created agendas for senior management meetings.
- Managed special projects as assigned by the CEO in a timely manner.
- Provided support to 9 other executives within the organization as required.
- Organized events hosted by the CEO, including planning logistics and coordinating catering services.
- Arranged international travel itineraries for business trips taken by CEO and other executives.
- Streamlined processes related to onboarding new employees into executive positions.
- Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
- Followed proper accounting and bookkeeping procedures to support audits.
Human Resources Specialist
FoodChain ID Group, Inc
Fairfield, Iowa
12.2010 - 06.2018
- Developed and implemented new employee onboarding process.
- Provided guidance to managers on disciplinary action and performance management.
- Conducted exit interviews with departing employees to identify areas of improvement in the organization.
- Advised management on legal compliance related to employee relations matters such as FMLA, ADA, EEO.
- Maintained confidential personnel files in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Drafted offer letters and employment contracts according to company guidelines.
- Conducted investigations into workplace complaints or grievances raised by employees.
- Coordinated benefits administration activities such as enrollments, changes, terminations and transfers.
- Performed audits of payroll records to ensure accuracy of employee information.
- Assisted with recruitment initiatives by interviewing and talent sourcing.
Accounts Payable
FoodChain ID Group, Inc
Fairfield , IA
09.2008 - 12.2010
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payments.
- Prepared journal entries to record accounts payable transactions.
- Prepared checks for vendors in a timely manner.
- Assisted with month-end close process by preparing accruals and other related tasks.
- Verified coding of invoices to ensure proper general ledger posting.
- Performed daily bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of account information.
- Assisted with internal and external audits as needed, providing requested documentation promptly.
Education
Computer Accounting Certification - Computer Accounting
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa Iowa08-2006
Skills
- Employee Relations
- Benefits Administration
- Employee communication
- Medical insurance understanding
- Account Reconciliation
- Expense Reporting
- Meeting planning
- Invoice Processing
- Administrative Support
- Office Management
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Bookkeeping
- Travel Arrangements
- Self-starter
- Resourceful
- Accounting
Affiliations
- Board of DIrector, Fairfield Community School DIstrict 2017-2023
- Board of Director, President 2020-2023
Timeline
Benefits Supervisor
FoodChain ID Group, Inc.
09.2023 - 02.2024
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
FoodChain ID Group, Inc
03.2018 - 08.2023
Human Resources Specialist
FoodChain ID Group, Inc
12.2010 - 06.2018
Accounts Payable
FoodChain ID Group, Inc
09.2008 - 12.2010
Computer Accounting Certification - Computer Accounting
Indian Hills Community College
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