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Desmond Powell
HR Benefits And Payroll Coordinator
Fair Lawn,NJ
Summary
- Efficient Payroll Administrator knowledgeable about managing payroll for up to 25 employees each period. Adept at reviewing and correcting records, processing payments and funding accounts. Ready to bring [Number]+ years of progressive experience to a new permanent role.
- To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
- Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level HR Coordinator position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Salon/Payroll Manager
Salon Valarie
Ridgefield, NJ
11.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed payroll, timekeeping and scheduling for 25 employees (20 stylists and 5 support staff)
- Managed bookkeeping, vendor relationships and inventory system
- Maximized salon’s profit by streamlining operational costs and increasing client retention services
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Increased product sales via stylist incentive programs and education, while providing monthly demonstrations and/or promotions for clients
- Scheduled appointments, managed salon floor and maintained clients’ records
- Designed promotional materials and created social media presence
Human Resources Payroll Manager
ND Beauty Studio
Nutley, NJ
07.2012 - 11.2019
- Implemented all operational, marketing and human resource policies/programs
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Designed marketing and promotional tools (Website, brochure, gift-certificates, flayers etc.)
- Managed bookkeeping, purchased supplies and established inventory systems
- Scheduled appointments and conduct client consultations
HR Coordinator/Bookkeeper
NORBERTO HAIR SALON New Jersey
Union City, NJ
07.2010 - 06.2012
- Evaluated timecards for accuracy on regular and overtime hours.
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
Human Resources Officer
INDEX STOCK IMAGERY
New York, NY
11.1997 - 01.2009
- Facilitated employee relations, benefits administration and performance management initiatives to support workforce needs.
- Coordinated new hire onboarding, completing background checks and reference checks to complete screenings.
- Drafted and documented employee handbook and company policies to reduce compliance risks.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Minor in Sociology)
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE DEPENDENT SCHOOL – Panama Canal College
09.1987 - 07.1991
Skills
Resolving discrepancies
Expense reimbursements
Bi-weekly payroll processing
New hire processing
Data review
Payroll auditing
Recordkeeping requirements
HR support
Reviewing timesheets
Software
PowerPoint
Outlook
Mac
Quickbooks
ADP
Timeline
Salon/Payroll Manager
Salon Valarie
11.2019 - 01.2023
Human Resources Payroll Manager
ND Beauty Studio
07.2012 - 11.2019
HR Coordinator/Bookkeeper
NORBERTO HAIR SALON New Jersey
07.2010 - 06.2012
Human Resources Officer
INDEX STOCK IMAGERY
11.1997 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Minor in Sociology)
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE DEPENDENT SCHOOL – Panama Canal College
09.1987 - 07.1991