Janice Mechelle Sikes
Cobbtown,Ga
Summary
Knowledgeable Compliance Manager with documented success in developing policies, leading training programs, and managing reporting to achieve compliance. Offering 5-plus years of DOT compliance in the transportation industry.
Served as a payroll assistant for 4 plus years in the transportation industry.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance Manager
MW Collins Inc
08.2019 - Current
- Provided support in developing strategies for mitigating risks associated with non-compliance.
- Developed risk assessments to evaluate potential impact of new initiatives or processes.
- Assisted with the development of training materials for employees regarding compliance requirements.
- Maintained detailed records of all compliance related activities.
- Created reports outlining compliance activities for executive leadership review.
- Investigated complaints from customers regarding violations of company policy or applicable law and regulation.
- Monitored changes in relevant legislation and adjusted operations accordingly.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Ensured effective communication of changes in regulations or policies throughout the organization.
- Designed systems to track compliance performance metrics across the organization.
- Evaluated physical and digital records to determine potential risk and check compliance with guidelines.
- Created and managed training classes to educate new hires and existing employees about compliance concerns.
- Reviewed customer issues, company processes and other operational areas to check compliance.
- Contributed to large-scale risk assessment initiatives and promoted improved business procedures and controls.
- Organized initiatives, drafted documentation and enforce compliance with best practices.
- Generated and presented issue and recommendation reports to leadership and auditing team, identifying areas requiring additional support.
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
- Developed and delivered training programs to inform new and current employees about compliance issues.
- Maintained effective working relationships with regulatory authorities, suppliers and customers.
- Oversaw approximately 50 drivers & driver files.
- Answered incoming calls and emails from customers.
Payroll Assistant
MW Collins Inc
08.2019 - Current
- Created spreadsheets for tracking various types of payroll data such as bonuses or commissions paid out to employees.
- Filed paperwork associated with wage garnishments or child support orders according to court requirements.
- Calculated overtime wages and vacation accruals as required by state laws.
- Processed payroll for up to 30 employees weekly using specialized software.
- Responded promptly to requests from Human Resources regarding changes in salary or benefit deductions for existing staff members.
- Resolved discrepancies in employee paychecks on an individual basis.
- Maintained accurate records of employee time cards and attendance records.
- Provided customer service support to answer inquiries from employees regarding their payroll issues or concerns.
- Managed confidential personnel files containing sensitive employee information in accordance with legal requirements.
- Updated payroll system with new hire information including benefits deductions.
- Performed calculations to ensure accuracy of all salary payments.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
- Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
- Coordinated child support deductions and distributed wage assignments.
- Established employee payroll files and updated existing files with new information.
- Administered payroll for large staff using various software programs.
- Organized and maintained payroll information by entering data, deleting errors, calculating and collecting information.
- Handled payroll help desk and answered questions regarding correct and accurate payroll time entry.
- Calculated accurate wages, including overtime, salary increases and bonuses.
- Protected payroll operations and maintained employee confidence by keeping information private.
- Managed weekly payroll duties and submitted data to payroll contractor.
- Secured personal and payroll information in compliance with federal regulations.
- Processed weekly and monthly payroll for employees accurately and on time.
- Handled and resolved employee payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.
- Managed all payroll transactions, including deductions, bonuses, and new hire information.
- Calculated employee leave time by comparing available hours against listed hours.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
- Investigated and addressed payroll discrepancies, liaising between staff and administrative team to expedite error resolution.
- Managed and maintained confidential employee payroll records.
- Tracked and managed employee leave balances, including vacation, sick, and personal leave.
- Processed and issued employee paychecks, statements of earnings and deductions.
- Utilized payroll software efficiently to process payroll and generate necessary reports.
- Coordinated with HR department to verify employee information and payroll processing.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies by analyzing information and providing solutions.
- Prepared and distributed payslips to employees.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and timekeeping.
- Managed payroll and time and attendance systems.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies by reviewing time sheets, production charts and wage tables.
- Kept informed on tax law changes that applied to payroll process.
- Processed new employee paperwork and entered information into payroll system.
- Tracked employee vacation, personal and sick leave earnings and use.
- Accurately processed data, validation and transmission for weekly, semi-monthly and sales payrolls.
Secretary
New Life Baptist Church
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Responded to customer inquiries via email or telephone in a polite and professional manner.
- Reviewed billing statements for accuracy prior to submitting them for payment processing.
- Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
- Ordered supplies as needed; tracked inventory levels and placed orders with vendors when necessary.
- Updated contact lists on a regular basis; created new contacts as needed.
- Sorted mail and distributed it to appropriate personnel or departments within the organization.
- Provided administrative support to the Office Manager and other staff members.
- Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
- Managed calendar reminders for upcoming deadlines or events associated with the office.
- Created agendas and took minutes during meetings; distributed notes in a timely manner afterwards.
- Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for important documents.
- Ordered office supplies to purchase items and maintain appropriate levels.
- Greeted visitors and directed to appropriate location or person.
- Sent and distributed mail and parcels.
- Managed multiple calendars and contacts using computer software.
- Produced and distributed memos, newsletters, and other forms of communication.
- Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
- Updated system to organize office documentation, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
Scale House Operator
Dsi Security
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Conducted weekly inspections of the premises for cleanliness and orderliness.
- Provided customer service support to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Verified and weighed incoming shipments of raw materials.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Communicated with management about any issues or problems that arose during operations.
- Maintained communication with truck drivers regarding arrival times, paperwork requirements, and product availability.
- Provided assistance in filling out necessary paperwork related to shipments.
- Recorded incoming weights on log sheets.
- Checked all incoming loads for accuracy.
- Reported any incidents or accidents immediately to supervisors.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies at all times while working in the scale house area.
- Greeted customers, directed haulers, and answered questions accurately.
- Reported customer and supplier problems to the management team to enable quick resolution.
- Gave scale tickets to customers, signed waste manifests and documented incoming loads of wood.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of scale house by placing trash in proper receptacles.
- Inspected incoming loads for prohibited materials.
- Maintained positive working relationships with fellow staff and management.
- Operated weigh scales and issued tickets when necessary.
- Complied with safety regulations to avoid potential injuries and support company goals.
Small Business Co-Owner
K&M Sikes Trucking, llc
01.2012 - 10.2017
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies.
- Reviewed operations reports to identify areas of improvement or cost savings opportunities.
- Developed financial models to project cash flow and profitability.
- Managed payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
- Implemented quality assurance procedures to guarantee high standards of service delivery.
- Maintained records of all financial transactions including invoices, purchases and payments.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
Diploma - Human Resources
Alison
Mount Carmel, Ireland (Online)02.2024
Certificate - Human Resources Fundamentals
Alison
Mount Carmel, Ireland (Onlline)09.2022
Certificate - Office Supervision And Management
Alison
Mount Carmel, Ireland (Online)06.2022
Certificate - Human Resources Management
Alison
Mount Carmel, Ireland (Online)05.2022
Skills
- Have taken studies in Human Resources as well as Compliance Management
- Continued studies in Compliance Management
- Continued studies in Human Resources
- Payroll Assistant transportation industry
Timeline
Compliance Manager
MW Collins Inc
08.2019 - Current
Payroll Assistant
MW Collins Inc
08.2019 - Current
Secretary
New Life Baptist Church
01.2019 - 08.2019
Scale House Operator
Dsi Security
11.2017 - 01.2019
Small Business Co-Owner
K&M Sikes Trucking, llc
01.2012 - 10.2017
Diploma - Human Resources
Alison
Certificate - Human Resources Fundamentals
Alison
Certificate - Office Supervision And Management
Alison
Certificate - Human Resources Management
Alison
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