Jenea Laymon
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Highly effective professional with over 20 years of combined experience in human resources management, compliance, and community service. Skilled in leading, managing, and collaborating with corporate executives, colleagues, and stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines while remaining adaptable to learning and completing challenging and time-sensitive tasks. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a finesse for building positive and valuable relationships that align with organizational goals and values. Proven track record of effectively contributing to and leading individuals and teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, connection, and commitment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources and Business Affairs
EDSYS, Inc.
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed the onboarding process, providing new hires with necessary tools for success from day one.
- Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
- Primary Contact for management and renewal of Insurance Benefits
- Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
- Coordinated and worked with administration on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
- Thought leader with CEO regarding current and future policies in accordance with current regulations and climate
- Supervised Business Associate position
- Provided important enrollment and attendance metrics to CEO for monthly Board of Trustees meetings
- Lead the audit process with external CPA firms(s)
- Processed Bi-Monthly Payroll for Staff and Faculty using ADP
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Business Manager
AMERICAN URBAN RADIO NETWORKS (AURN)
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Ensured the accurate and timely reporting of the Company's financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP)
- Managed all accounting functions including, but not limited to, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and credit and collections
- Managed accounts payable function including, but not limited to, compliance with expense reporting, capitalization policy, and purchase order procedures
- Ensured monthly accounting close process is completed on a timely basis
- Developed, implemented, and maintained internal financial processes and controls consistent with Company policies and regulatory guidelines
- Prepared various internal reporting including weekly report to channel managers of financial and non-financial key performance indicators and weekly/monthly/yearly sales data
- Participated in the audit process and be the primary liaison with external CPA firms(s)
Office/Human Resources Manager
ABES BAUMANN, P.C.
05.2019 - 05.2022
- Management of Firm Administrative Staff
- 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.
- Financial management for Firm (including Payroll, Reporting, and Budgets)
- Managed and reported financial information to Partner(s)
- Responsible for and managed vendor relationships
- Responsible for fiscal and human resources compliance
- Overall management of Firm activities and operation
- Transitioned Firm Payroll from Paycom to ADP
Business Manager
MANCHESTER YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Financial management for organization (including Payroll, Reporting, and Budgets)
- Liaison to External Auditors and Agencies to ensure fiscal compliance
- Report financial information to Board Members and Executive Director
- Summer & After School Program Leader
US HR Compliance Coordinator
ALCOA, INC/ARCONIC, INC
07.2013 - 06.2017
- Human Resources Self-Assessment Testing (Personnel, Payroll
- Benefits) for 50+ US locations
- Primary Contact for US Location Human Resources Compliance Support
- Oversight and accountability for Hungarian US HR Compliance support team
- Assisted Global Mobility Team in balancing outstanding accounts
- Accomplishments include management of on-time completion of SOX and Internal Assessment Testing compliance
Procurement Analyst/Associate Buyer/Buyer
ALCOA, INC
01.2008 - 07.2013
- Day to Day Procurement activities include Purchase Order creation and invoice problem resolution
- Review, creation, and negotiation of supplier agreements
- Procurement support and supplier resolution for Jamalco (Jamaican Location) and Non-Op Departments
- Training of new Buyers to Non-Op team and new requesters for Corporate Non-Op Departments
Vice President
JRL ENTERPRISES, INC.
09.2005 - 01.2008
- Management of Payroll, Invoicing, and Information Technology
- Management of Temporary Personnel Services and Manufacturing Facilities (Pittsburgh and New York)
Buyer/Sourcing Specialist
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH MEDICAL CENTER
08.2004 - 09.2005
- Developed/Drafted Requests for Information and Requests for Proposals
- Reported cost savings and cost avoidance identified during sourcing initiatives
- Monitored and analyzed existing contracts
- Supported the execution of sourcing initiatives and coordinates with users as required
- Accomplishments include being chosen by Management to train new Buyers after less than six months of employment and participation in re-engineering projects of Purchasing Department
Manager - Finance
JRL ENTERPRISES, INC.
02.2004 - 08.2004
- Designed and managed a web site for the company
- Reviewed Department of Transportation (DOT) contracts for DBE content purposes
- Managed accounts payable system
- Payroll Management
Management Associate/Purchasing APEX Administrator/Buyer
UNITED STATES STEEL, LLC
04.2000 - 01.2004
- Daily procurement activities for 90+ contracts for the Mon Valley Works location of US Steel
- Created One-Time purchase orders
- Negotiated contracts
- Accomplishments include the successful bidding of Oil Testing Services via the Internet, which resulted in a cost savings for USS
- Audited USS Purchasing offices
- Assisted third party auditors in auditing Purchasing offices
- Accomplishments include assisting in successful third party audits of Purchasing, which maintained ISO/QS 9000 accreditation and coordinating vendor lists according to major automotive company standards
Manager - Finance
JRL ENTERPRISES, INC.
07.1999 - 03.2000
- Duties included assisting the President, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, and Payable
Education
Master of Business Administration -
ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY
Moon Township, PA05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
ROBERT MORRIS COLLEGE
Moon Township, PA 05.1999
Skills
- Human Resources Compliance SME
- International Team Lead/Contributor
- Contract Negotiation and Management
- QuickBooks/Sage Accounting Software
- Problem/Conflict Identification & Resolution
- MS Office Suite/Google Suite Advanced Proficiency
- Schedule Management
- Project Management
- Public Speaking and Engagement
- HR Analytics
- Training Program Management
- HR Policy Development and Training
- Payroll Processing and Coordination
- HRIS Management
- Hiring and Recruitment Oversight
- HR Recordkeeping
- Benefits and Compensation Management
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Appraisals
- Change Management
- Business Acumen
Timeline
Director of Human Resources and Business Affairs
EDSYS, Inc.
06.2023 - 07.2024
Business Manager
AMERICAN URBAN RADIO NETWORKS (AURN)
06.2022 - 03.2023
Office/Human Resources Manager
ABES BAUMANN, P.C.
05.2019 - 05.2022
Business Manager
MANCHESTER YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER
02.2018 - 05.2019
US HR Compliance Coordinator
ALCOA, INC/ARCONIC, INC
07.2013 - 06.2017
Procurement Analyst/Associate Buyer/Buyer
ALCOA, INC
01.2008 - 07.2013
Vice President
JRL ENTERPRISES, INC.
09.2005 - 01.2008
Buyer/Sourcing Specialist
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH MEDICAL CENTER
08.2004 - 09.2005
Manager - Finance
JRL ENTERPRISES, INC.
02.2004 - 08.2004
Management Associate/Purchasing APEX Administrator/Buyer
UNITED STATES STEEL, LLC
04.2000 - 01.2004
Manager - Finance
JRL ENTERPRISES, INC.
07.1999 - 03.2000
Master of Business Administration -
ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
ROBERT MORRIS COLLEGE