DEPATRA K. GRAY
Nassau,MA
Summary
To be a part of a growing, dynamic and invigorating team, while contributing to a company’s overall profitability and positive organizational culture. I plan to use my current skillset to strategically enhance processes and systems while aligning with the company’s vision.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Payroll
Baha Mar
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information while managing personnel records securely within HRIS systems.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with internal departments, fostering collaboration to ensure seamless payroll operations.
- Contributed to overall organizational growth by participating in cross-functional projects and sharing payroll expertise with other departments as needed.
- Established clear communication channels between the Payroll department and Human Resources, streamlining procedures related to employee information updates.
Assistant Director of Casino Accounting & Admin.
Bahamar
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Created & Maintained Casino Host Bonus Matrix
- Managed Host financial complimentary summary's, performed monthly host evaluations
- Audited company's complementarities
- Tailored Guest Comp Policy to match industry standards and trends, while maintaining competitiveness
Assistant Diector of Casino Adminstration & Analys
Baha Mar
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining digital and physical filing systems.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Managed Payroll and Training aspects for all Table Games Associates
- Managed Casino Scheduling of all Table Games and Casino Services Associates
Casino Administration Manager
Baha Mar Casino
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Integral member of the Baha Mar Casino commencement team
- Liaised with the Gaming Board of the Bahamas concerning the start up and maintenance aspects of the Baha Mar Casino
- Managed budgets and financial reporting, enabling effective allocation of resources and timely identification of potential cost savings.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication by organizing regular meetings, fostering collaboration and cohesive decision-making across the organization
- Coordinated complex schedules for senior management, optimizing time usage for maximum efficiency and productivity
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws regulations by developing robust policies procedures governing administrative operations within the company.
- Optimized resource utilization by efficiently allocating personnel, equipment, and facilities to meet organizational needs.
- Met department budgets by monitoring and reporting on office expenses.
H.R. Benefits & Purchasing Manager
Crystal Palace Casino
12.2009 - 01.2014
- 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.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Optimized payroll processing procedures for accuracy and timeliness using advanced software solutions.
- Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
- Facilitated successful organizational restructuring, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to operations.
I.T. Systems Supervisor – Human Resources (Special Projects)
Crystal Palace Casino
08.2006 - 11.2009
- Led a team of technicians to optimize network performance and enhance security measures.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems with proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
- Developed user training programs for new software implementations, increasing productivity and reducing support requests.
- Managed budgets and resource allocation effectively for IT projects without sacrificing quality results.
Education
B.Sc. - Business Information Systems
University of Phoenix
07.2008
Skills
- Audit preparation
- Payroll management
- Timekeeping systems
- Payroll software proficiency
- Employee benefits administration
- Benefits administration
- Visual C
- Visual Basic
- Unifocus
- HEAT
- ADP
- AS400
- CMS
- LMS
- Evention
- Micros/Opera
- MS Office Suite
- Stromberg Payroll
- Ving Card
- Great Plains
- Birchstreet
Certification
Heat Administration
Hobbies and Interests
Learning new computer languages, systems and programs, keeping up with advances in computer technology, Internet surfing, meeting people, art, travelling & exotic cuisine.
Timeline
Director of Payroll
Baha Mar
03.2023 - Current
Assistant Director of Casino Accounting & Admin.
Bahamar
11.2019 - 03.2023
Assistant Diector of Casino Adminstration & Analys
Baha Mar
12.2018 - 11.2019
Casino Administration Manager
Baha Mar Casino
01.2015 - 10.2015
H.R. Benefits & Purchasing Manager
Crystal Palace Casino
12.2009 - 01.2014
I.T. Systems Supervisor – Human Resources (Special Projects)
Crystal Palace Casino
08.2006 - 11.2009
B.Sc. - Business Information Systems
University of Phoenix
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