Loyal and skilled with a strong background in Payroll and Benefits, rewarded with the gift of patience, kindness, and a quick wit and ability to problem solve by having the honorable opportunity to care for the elderly, works well independently and with others, always ready to go above and beyond. Quick learner, the ability to adapt and roll with any changes made within a company.
Awarded the "Unsung Hero's Award" from McAliister's Corporation.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll & Benefits Coordinator/HR Assistant
Vacuum Truck Rentals
01.2024 - Current
Audit, Process and Distribute biweekly payroll for a multi state company working out of 13 states, 17 locations with approximately 230 employees. Once a month I process a separate payroll for all employees that are due commissions. I key in a breakdown of all GL accounts for FUTA, FICA, State and local payroll taxes, total net cash, garnishment break down by GL and 401K into VTR's accounting software.
Responsible for keeping up with all time and attendance PTO requests, I balance each request with each payroll to make sure all PTO balances stay accurate and follow through with collection of all PTO forms.
I handle all monthly billing allocations for each benefit plan VTR offers to make sure they stay balanced and key in the break down per GL account into VTR's accounting software.
I collect, maintain & process all benefit enrollments, including making sure deductions are set up in a timely and correct manner. Responsible for all new hire documentation and up keep of employee files, terminations, wage garnishments, child support, verification of employment, responding to answers for any Child Support or Government Agency when inquiring about such withholdings.
I handle all aspects of unemployment claims for each state.
Every quarter I will notify all newly eligible employees of our 401K plan enrollment and manually enter new enrollees or changes in each employees Empower account as well as make changes within the payroll system.. I also work closely with Empower to make sure anyone cashing out receives their retirement in a timely manner.
I run reports and manually key in pay history forms for all managers, attaching instructions and reminders for those who may have an employee that has come up on their 90 or 1 year evaluation.
In the 90 days I have been employed with VTR I have implemented and executed an online recruiting and onboarding system for all new hires, which just took off last week.
I support all location managers and service managers with helping their employees learn how to download and log in to our payroll system, and each benefit plan including BCBS of MS, MetLife, Unum, Teladoc, Mutual of Omaha and Empower.
I serve as a back up to the HR Director.
Payroll & Benefits Coordinator
Fleet Morris Petroleum, LLC
09.2022 - 01.2024
Processed weekly payroll for 200+ employees. Developed a pay prep system to prepare at the end of each week and developed a system to audit and balance before submitting each payroll for the best accuracy, including balancing and making sure each employee had an accrual profile set up properly.
Developed and implemented new payroll policies and procedures according to changing laws and regulations.
Supported all Management staff in the onboarding process to make sure each employee had the appropriate settings and information received to have them onboarded in a timely manner.
Handled all Garnishments, Child Support WO, answers, verification of employment and made sure 401K was submitted to the bank, and ran reports for the accounting department so the appropriate break down of wages, salaries, taxes deductions and earnings were coded to the correct GL account number.
Developed a system to make it easier handling all benefit enrollments, including knowing when to offer, when to enroll, when to terminate and when to send out COBRA.
Served as a back up to the HR Director when he/she was out or unavailable.
Caregiver
Assisting Angels, LLC
03.2017 - 09.2022
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Manager of Payroll & Benefits
McAlister's Corporation
12.1999 - 06.2010
1999 - Accounting Clerk responsible for accounts payable for 10 locations, reconciling bank statements and general ledger accounts. Data Entry keying in Budgets.
2002 - Promoted to Manager of Payroll & Benefits, processing payroll for 24 locations consisting of 900-1000 employees. Maintained and processed 401k, garnishments, child support, set up medical, dental, LTD, STD and Life Insurance. Reported all new hires. Handled all raise increases, employee terminations and new hires.
Assisted and reported to the HR Director.
Branch Manager/Loan Officer
OmniBank
10.1993 - 08.1999
1993 - Teller
1994- Promoted to Head Teller
1995 - Promoted to CSR
1996 - Promoted to Loan Secretary
1997 - Promoted to Assisted Branch Manager
1998 - Promoted to Branch Manager/Loan Officer
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Field of Study - Law And Banking
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS
Awarded Certificate of Completion - Secretarial/ Bank Teller / Data Entry
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS
Skills
Excellent Communication
Employee benefits laws
Multitasking Abilities
Relationship Building
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
Benefits Explanation
Payroll coordination
Benefits Administration
Proficient in [Software]
Employment law knowledge
Employee Relations
Timeline
Payroll & Benefits Coordinator/HR Assistant
Vacuum Truck Rentals
01.2024 - Current
Payroll & Benefits Coordinator
Fleet Morris Petroleum, LLC
09.2022 - 01.2024
Caregiver
Assisting Angels, LLC
03.2017 - 09.2022
Manager of Payroll & Benefits
McAlister's Corporation
12.1999 - 06.2010
Branch Manager/Loan Officer
OmniBank
10.1993 - 08.1999
Some College (No Degree) - Field of Study - Law And Banking
Hinds Community College
Awarded Certificate of Completion - Secretarial/ Bank Teller / Data Entry
<p>• Led the full project lifecycle of HR initiatives, including workforce planning, policy development, and process improvement.<br>
• Created and managed detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure timely and efficient execution.<br>
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver HR projects on schedule while maintaining compliance with organizational standards.<br>
<br>
<strong>Compensation, Benefits & Payroll:</strong><br>
• Oversaw end-to-end payroll administration, ensuring accurate and timely employee payments.<br>
• Managed employee compensation and benefits programs, aligning them with market standards and company objectives.<br>
• Addressed payroll discrepancies and provided solutions to maintain smooth operations.<br>
<br>
<strong>Policy Development & Compliance:</strong><br>
• Developed and implemented company-wide HR policies to enhance workplace efficiency and employee satisfaction.<br>
• Ensured compliance with labor laws and Ministry of Human Resources regulations, mitigating legal risks.<br>
• Advised leadership on labor law updates and best practices in employee relations.<br>
<br>
<strong>Talent Acquisition & Onboarding:</strong><br>
• Directed full-cycle recruitment processes, from sourcing and interviewing to hiring and onboarding.<br>
• Managed international hiring, including visa processing, embassy coordination, and relocation support.<br>
• Optimized onboarding programs to ensure a smooth transition for new employees.<br>
<br>
<strong>Employee Relations & Engagement:</strong><br>
• Served as a primary point of contact for employee concerns, providing effective conflict resolution.<br>
• Maintained accurate records for attendance, leave, and performance management.<br>
• Prepared employment contracts and offer letters in compliance with legal and company standards.<br>
<br>
<strong>Strategic HR Leadership:</strong><br>
• Collaborated with senior management to align HR strategies with business goals.<br>
• Analyzed HR trends and provided recommendations to enhance workforce planning and development.<br>
</p> at Saudi Central Bank<p>• Led the full project lifecycle of HR initiatives, including workforce planning, policy development, and process improvement.<br>
• Created and managed detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure timely and efficient execution.<br>
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver HR projects on schedule while maintaining compliance with organizational standards.<br>
<br>
<strong>Compensation, Benefits & Payroll:</strong><br>
• Oversaw end-to-end payroll administration, ensuring accurate and timely employee payments.<br>
• Managed employee compensation and benefits programs, aligning them with market standards and company objectives.<br>
• Addressed payroll discrepancies and provided solutions to maintain smooth operations.<br>
<br>
<strong>Policy Development & Compliance:</strong><br>
• Developed and implemented company-wide HR policies to enhance workplace efficiency and employee satisfaction.<br>
• Ensured compliance with labor laws and Ministry of Human Resources regulations, mitigating legal risks.<br>
• Advised leadership on labor law updates and best practices in employee relations.<br>
<br>
<strong>Talent Acquisition & Onboarding:</strong><br>
• Directed full-cycle recruitment processes, from sourcing and interviewing to hiring and onboarding.<br>
• Managed international hiring, including visa processing, embassy coordination, and relocation support.<br>
• Optimized onboarding programs to ensure a smooth transition for new employees.<br>
<br>
<strong>Employee Relations & Engagement:</strong><br>
• Served as a primary point of contact for employee concerns, providing effective conflict resolution.<br>
• Maintained accurate records for attendance, leave, and performance management.<br>
• Prepared employment contracts and offer letters in compliance with legal and company standards.<br>
<br>
<strong>Strategic HR Leadership:</strong><br>
• Collaborated with senior management to align HR strategies with business goals.<br>
• Analyzed HR trends and provided recommendations to enhance workforce planning and development.<br>
</p> at Saudi Central Bank
<ul><li>Managing Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Qatar, and India payroll.</li><li>Managing Hire to exit process for all countries.</li><li>Processing one-time payments like Retention bonus, sign-on bonus, Relocation expense, sales commission payments etc.</li><li>Updating master files with respect to assigned entities. (New hires, Termination, salary changes, cost center, department class changes).</li><li>Support HR processes related to onboarding, contract changes, terminations, and exit settlements in line with local legislation</li><li>Implemented end to end RSU/Stock option gain/ESPP program from payroll side for all regions.</li><li>Gross to net reconciliation.</li><li>Net payout reconciliation on employee wise.</li><li>Processing stock option (ESOP) taxation through payroll, ensuring accuracy by validating against the Share works report Remitting tax payments monthly within due dates to avoid penalties.</li><li>Processing third party payments (Insurance payments) once payroll is finalized.</li><li>Remitting pension contribution on quarterly basis for Italy.</li><li>Work with payroll service provider/ stake holders to ensure successful delivery of salary payments, compliance, and accounting.</li><li>Review month end /Quarter end closure and make salaries and accruals accounting properly.</li><li>Responsible for all payroll-related payments, forecast cash flow and cash requirement for the payroll.</li><li>Conduct payroll induction for new joiners for India.</li><li>Conduct monthly business review meetings with all service providers.</li><li>Part of product implementation team. (Care-lite tool) employee queries through ticket system.</li><li>Processing full and final settlement for terminated employees.</li><li>Validating investment proofs during year end.</li><li>Working on employee queries daily, responding within SLA.</li><li>Preparing capitalized R&D reports in the month end helps higher leaders to take strategic decisions.</li><li>Posting journal entries on NetSuite.</li><li>Preparing black-line reconciliation reports during the month end (Accrued vacation, accrued commission, Bonus, employee benefits, employee benefits advances).</li><li>Participate in global payroll projects, system testing, and process improvement initiatives.</li><li>Applications Knowledge: Workday, ADP Streamline, Oracle Net suite.</li><li>India Payroll-People work, Global Payroll-ADP Streamline and For Accounting Oracle Net suite.</li></ul> at Sprinklr India Private Limited<ul><li>Managing Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Qatar, and India payroll.</li><li>Managing Hire to exit process for all countries.</li><li>Processing one-time payments like Retention bonus, sign-on bonus, Relocation expense, sales commission payments etc.</li><li>Updating master files with respect to assigned entities. (New hires, Termination, salary changes, cost center, department class changes).</li><li>Support HR processes related to onboarding, contract changes, terminations, and exit settlements in line with local legislation</li><li>Implemented end to end RSU/Stock option gain/ESPP program from payroll side for all regions.</li><li>Gross to net reconciliation.</li><li>Net payout reconciliation on employee wise.</li><li>Processing stock option (ESOP) taxation through payroll, ensuring accuracy by validating against the Share works report Remitting tax payments monthly within due dates to avoid penalties.</li><li>Processing third party payments (Insurance payments) once payroll is finalized.</li><li>Remitting pension contribution on quarterly basis for Italy.</li><li>Work with payroll service provider/ stake holders to ensure successful delivery of salary payments, compliance, and accounting.</li><li>Review month end /Quarter end closure and make salaries and accruals accounting properly.</li><li>Responsible for all payroll-related payments, forecast cash flow and cash requirement for the payroll.</li><li>Conduct payroll induction for new joiners for India.</li><li>Conduct monthly business review meetings with all service providers.</li><li>Part of product implementation team. (Care-lite tool) employee queries through ticket system.</li><li>Processing full and final settlement for terminated employees.</li><li>Validating investment proofs during year end.</li><li>Working on employee queries daily, responding within SLA.</li><li>Preparing capitalized R&D reports in the month end helps higher leaders to take strategic decisions.</li><li>Posting journal entries on NetSuite.</li><li>Preparing black-line reconciliation reports during the month end (Accrued vacation, accrued commission, Bonus, employee benefits, employee benefits advances).</li><li>Participate in global payroll projects, system testing, and process improvement initiatives.</li><li>Applications Knowledge: Workday, ADP Streamline, Oracle Net suite.</li><li>India Payroll-People work, Global Payroll-ADP Streamline and For Accounting Oracle Net suite.</li></ul> at Sprinklr India Private Limited