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Erica Timmons

Erica Timmons

St Louis,MO

Summary

Experienced Payroll Manager with CPP and extensive functional expertise. Maximized departmental efficiency by streamlining processes and reducing errors. Familiarity with applicable compliance requirements, tax code and employment law enabled achievement of desired outcomes. Currently managing payroll for 55,000 employees totaling $7.5 billion dollars each year. Ready to bring 8+ years of progressive experience to a new permanent role.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2
2

Certifications

Work History

Payroll Manager

Edward Jones
01.2015 - Current
  • Currently manage 8 employees, 5+ vendor relationships, 135 payrolls each year for 55,000 employees totaling $7.5 billion which accounts for 80% of the company's operating expenses.
  • Support the company's complex compensation strategy and business goals by ensure processes are agile and adaptable.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of all processes and procedures within the global payroll function, ensuring consistency and compliance across the organization.
  • Designed effective communication strategies to keep employees well-informed about changes in their pay structure or benefits offerings due to organizational growth or legislative updates.
  • Reduced payroll processing time through continuous process improvements and automation of manual tasks.
  • Contributed to the development of corporate policies on employee compensation and benefits, aligning them with organizational goals and competitive market trends.
  • Streamlined global payroll processes by implementing efficient software solutions and standardized procedures.
  • Implemented a comprehensive risk management framework to mitigate potential threats associated with global payroll operations.
  • Collaborated with HR, finance, and IT departments to ensure seamless integration and data accuracy within the payroll system.
  • Resolved complex employee queries related to their compensation packages, fostering trust and satisfaction among the workforce.
  • Served as a subject matter expert in global payroll regulations, providing guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders when needed.
  • Conducted regular audits of payroll records to identify discrepancies, leading to improved overall data integrity.
  • Implemented robust reporting tools that provided valuable insights into employee compensation trends across the organization.
  • Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.

Credit Analyst

Gerdau
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Assessed credit risk and analyzed financial statements.
  • Analyzed customer data such as financial statements to determine level of risk involved for extending credit.
  • Analyzed credit scores to determine borrowers' creditworthiness.
  • Reviewed credit reports to comprehensively view borrowers' credit history and identify potential red flags.
  • Conducted financial review of customer lines of credit by assessing company financials and initiating credit application reviews.
  • Monitored credit accounts routinely to identify and mitigate issues and prevent losses.
  • Improved overall portfolio quality, conducting regular reviews of existing accounts and recommending appropriate actions.
  • Attended credit-related training and conferences to stay informed about industry trends and developments.
  • Worked in tandem with sales team and customers to negotiate payments and verify account reconciliations.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing across the organization by providing training sessions and workshops on credit risk management best practices.
  • Made decisions and recommendations about extending lines of credit.
  • Achieved operational efficiency via continuous improvement initiatives focused on streamlining processes within the Credit department.

Financial Analyst

Health Capital Consultants
11.2011 - 12.2012
  • Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
  • Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and create revenue, profitability, and expense forecasts.
  • Evaluated the impact of various economic scenarios on asset values, aiding clients in risk management efforts.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines while maintaining a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Presented findings to senior management, effectively communicating key insights and strategic recommendations.
  • Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
  • Researched macroeconomic, industry and company-specific data to inform valuation methods.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Saint Louis University
St Louis, MO
05.2012

Skills

  • Bi-weekly payroll processing
  • Payroll Processing
  • Reviewing timesheets
  • Payroll System Implementation
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Team Leadership
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Training and Development

Certification

  • CPP - Certified Payroll Professional w/PayrollOrg
  • CBA - Credit Business Associate w/National Association of Credit Management

Timeline

Payroll Manager

Edward Jones
01.2015 - Current

Credit Analyst

Gerdau
01.2013 - 12.2014

Financial Analyst

Health Capital Consultants
11.2011 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Saint Louis University

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