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Jennifer Thompson

Oswego,IL

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Dynamic Payroll Manager with a proven track record at Marklund Children's Home, enhancing payroll accuracy through system upgrades and training. Expert in bi-weekly payroll processing and regulatory compliance, while fostering strong relationships with employees. Recognized for resolving discrepancies swiftly, boosting employee satisfaction and trust.

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Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Manager

Marklund Children's Home
03.2007 - 08.2025
  • Addressed employee inquiries regarding pay issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between management and staff members.
  • Coordinated new hire and termination processes to facilitate smooth operations.
  • Responded to employee inquiries to provide assistance with payroll-related questions.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.
  • Reviewed time records for over 550, employees to verify accuracy of information.
  • Reduced errors in payroll data entry by implementing automated systems and providing thorough training to staff members.
  • Streamlined timekeeping procedures through the implementation of an automated system that accurately tracked employee hours worked for more efficient payroll processing.
  • Developed comprehensive reports for management detailing payroll expenses, trends, and projections.
  • Managed year-end payroll activities, ensuring timely and accurate W-2 distribution.
  • Negotiated with payroll software vendors, securing cost-effective solutions that met organizational needs.
  • Resolved complex payroll issues, restoring trust and confidence among employees.
  • Implemented new software for payroll management, enhancing efficiency and compliance with tax laws.
  • Facilitated transition to new payroll system, minimizing disruptions and maintaining payroll continuity.
  • Increased employee satisfaction by resolving payroll discrepancies quickly and accurately.
  • Streamlined payroll processing procedures, reducing processing time and improving accuracy.
  • Enhanced payroll system functionality through customization and upgrades, meeting evolving organizational needs.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Monitored and updated employee information in payroll system to add changes in salary, bonuses and deductions.
  • Collaborated with HR and Finance departments for seamless integration of new hires into the payroll system.
  • Improved payroll accuracy by conducting regular audits and addressing discrepancies proactively.
  • Processed retroactive pay adjustments and other special payments to make up for compensation shortfall in previous pay period.
  • Maintained employee confidence with secure handling of sensitive information during all stages of the payroll process.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying current on regulations and updating policies accordingly.
  • Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient systems and tools, resulting in reduced processing time.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Provided expert advice on complex pay-related matters such as overtime calculations, garnishments, bonuses, or deductions to both employees and managers alike.
  • Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
  • Developed and implemented payroll procedures and policies to determine compliance with regulations.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.

Purchasing Agent

Marklund Children's Home
06.2016 - 06.2019
  • Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Reduced lead times by implementing strategic inventory management practices.
  • Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
  • Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
  • Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problemsolving.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations and company policies throughout procurement activities.
  • Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding the vendor base.
  • Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
  • Established strong rapport with vendors resulting in improved payment terms without compromising quality or service levels.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
  • Managed risk exposure by closely monitoring supply chain disruptions and taking corrective actions as needed.
  • Enhanced product quality by monitoring supplier performance and addressing non-compliance issues.
  • Increased profitability by analyzing spend data and identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
  • Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques to minimize stockouts or excess inventory situations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives within budget constraints.
  • Assessed and mitigated risks associated with supply chain disruptions by developing contingency plans.
  • Optimized supplier base by conducting performance reviews and fostering competition among vendors.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify and onboard new high-quality vendors.
  • Enhanced negotiation strategies led to significant cost savings on bulk purchases.
  • Spearheaded annual budgeting process for purchasing department, aligning expenditures with strategic goals.
  • Contributed to culture of continuous improvement by soliciting feedback and implementing process enhancements.
  • Enhanced company reputation by enforcing ethical sourcing standards.
  • Managed and updated supplier database, improving data accuracy and accessibility.
  • Implemented new inventory management system to reduce excess stock and minimize waste.
  • Negotiated payment terms to improve cash flow by extending payables without compromising supplier relationships.
  • Achieved more sustainable supply chain by initiating partnerships with eco-friendly suppliers.
  • Facilitated team training sessions on procurement best practices and software use.
  • Improved vendor relationships, ensuring timely deliveries and quality goods by regular communication and performance evaluations.
  • Played crucial role in product launches by ensuring timely availability of materials.
  • Streamlined supply chain logistics, resulting in improved delivery times by negotiating better contracts with suppliers.
  • Led cross-departmental meetings to align purchasing strategies with company-wide goals.
  • Coordinated with finance and logistics teams to streamline purchase-to-pay processes.
  • Reduced procurement expenses without compromising on quality by strategic sourcing and vendor negotiations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with suppliers to ensure best pricing and terms.
  • Ensured compliance with both internal policies and external regulations through meticulous documentation and audits.
  • Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
  • Maintained documentation for all purchases.
  • Sourced and qualified bidders, obtained favorable pricing and finalized contracts.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
  • Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
  • Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
  • Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
  • Implemented innovative supply chain management strategies to streamline procurement process.
  • Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
  • Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
  • Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.

Scheduler

Marklund Children's Home
06.2013 - 06.2017
  • Reduced scheduling conflicts and ensured timely execution of tasks through proactive rescheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
  • Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent scheduling coordination, ensuring all deliverables were met within agreed timeframes.
  • Consistently met deadlines by effectively allocating resources, tracking progress, and making necessary adjustments to schedules as needed.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Facilitated smooth handovers between shifts by creating comprehensive documentation of completed tasks and pending items for follow-up action.
  • Identified best practices within the scheduling function, sharing these insights across teams to drive continuous improvement efforts.
  • Established and maintained strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, facilitating open communication channels for improved collaboration.
  • Proactively addressed potential risks within the schedule by conducting thorough analyses and implementing preventive measures where necessary.
  • Optimized scheduling processes by implementing efficient software tools and organizational systems.
  • Enhanced team productivity by maintaining clear communication channels and providing regular updates on project progress.
  • Monitored employee performance closely to identify areas for improvement or additional training needs that would lead to optimized scheduling outcomes.
  • Improved overall workflow efficiency by collaborating with team leads to identify bottlenecks, establish priorities, and develop solutions for process improvement.
  • Maximized efficiency in project delivery through strategic prioritization of tasks based on urgency, complexity, and available resources.
  • Tailored scheduling approaches to accommodate unexpected changes, minimizing impacts on project timelines and costs.
  • Collaborated closely with finance teams to align project schedules with budgetary constraints, optimizing resource allocation.
  • Developed tailored scheduling strategies for complex projects, facilitating on-time completion and client satisfaction.
  • Conducted in-depth analysis of scheduling failures to prevent recurrence, enhancing overall project reliability.
  • Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction by providing regular, detailed updates on project scheduling and progress.
  • Prioritized tasks according to strategic importance, ensuring that critical project milestones were met on time.
  • Achieved significant improvements in project delivery times through meticulous planning and proactive issue resolution.
  • Adapted scheduling methods to fit unique demands of diverse projects, demonstrating flexibility and innovative thinking.
  • Sought feedback from project teams on scheduling practices, incorporating suggestions to improve future planning.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and contractors to secure optimal timelines, contributing to project success.
  • Utilized scheduling software to its full potential, enabling more accurate and efficient planning.
  • Led cross-functional meetings to align project goals with scheduling efforts, fostering collaboration and shared understanding.
  • Reduced scheduling errors by introducing rigorous verification processes before finalizing project timelines.
  • Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure seamless project execution, reducing delays and increasing efficiency.
  • Monitored project progress against schedules meticulously, identifying lags early and adjusting plans to stay on track.
  • Facilitated training sessions for junior schedulers, elevating team capabilities and performance.
  • Streamlined communication channels between project teams and stakeholders, improving project transparency and outcomes.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing new scheduling system that streamlined allocation of resources.
  • Implemented continuous improvement practices in scheduling processes, leading to sustained enhancements in efficiency.
  • Improved resource utilization across projects, identifying and reallocating underused resources to areas of higher need.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
  • Completed daily logs for management review.
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
  • Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.
  • Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
  • Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
  • Streamlined office operations by effectively monitoring and addressing client correspondence and data communications.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Managed data and correspondence to secure information across complex landscapes of organizational departments.
  • Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings, and staff events.
  • Increased profitability and productivity by minimizing downtime and streamlining quality control procedures.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Remained solutions-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management and overall business direction.
  • Drafted common document templates to reduce time spent creating documents from scratch.
  • Directed automation of office procedures such as correspondence management, recordkeeping and online communications.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Served as corporate liaison for finance, IT, and marketing departments.

Lead Certified Nursing Assistant

Marklund Children's Home
06.2011 - 06.2013
  • Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
  • Contributed substantially to reducing hospital readmission rates by diligently following up on discharged patients'' recovery progress through regular phone calls or home visits.
  • Maintained meticulous documentation of patient progress notes for accurate record-keeping purposes, supporting informed decision-making by healthcare professionals.
  • Educated patients on essential self-care strategies empowering them to manage their health more effectively beyond the facility setting.
  • Managed challenging situations calmly, resulting in safer environments for patients and staff.
  • Conducted detailed assessments of patient conditions to assist nurses in developing appropriate treatment plans.
  • Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated patient care efforts and optimal results.
  • Ensured strict compliance with infection control protocols to minimize risks of disease transmission among patients and staff members alike.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, nurturing trusting relationships throughout the caregiving process.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients transferring between different healthcare departments or facilities, ensuring seamless continuity of services rendered.
  • Improved communication between patients, family members, and healthcare providers by acting as a liaison.
  • Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient experiences within the facility.
  • Assisted nurses with daily tasks for efficient patient care and reduced workload on nursing staff.
  • Implemented comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s specific requirements, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Developed strong rapport with colleagues from diverse disciplines, fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual respect in pursuit of the best possible patient outcomes.
  • Delivered timely assistance during medical emergencies under guidance from Registered Nurses which contributed significantly toward positive clinical outcomes.
  • Trained new Certified Nursing Assistants, ensuring high-quality care standards were maintained.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly to detect any potential health issues early, enabling prompt intervention when necessary.
  • Promoted independence among patients through targeted activities designed to improve mobility and cognitive function.
  • Mentored junior Certified Nursing Assistants, fostering teamwork and professional growth among colleagues.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.

Education

GED -

Kishwaukee
Malta, IL

No Degree - Scheduling

OnShift
Marklund Children's Home

Skills

  • Bi-weekly payroll processing
  • Payroll processing
  • Reviewing timesheets
  • Resolving discrepancies
  • Payroll auditing
  • Payroll system implementation
  • Data review
  • Year-end procedures
  • Direct deposit management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • New hire processing
  • Payroll software expertise
  • HR support
  • Maintaining employee records
  • Payroll training
  • Payroll policies development
  • Recordkeeping skills
  • Accounting principles
  • Data management
  • Tax compliance
  • Internal controls
  • Payroll tax filings
  • Proficient in [software]
  • Report writing
  • Expense reimbursements
  • Documentation requirements
  • Mathematics
  • Upgrading systems
  • Reporting expertise
  • Reporting abilities
  • Documentation expertise
  • Payroll vendor management
  • Due diligence
  • Data entry
  • Workflow coordination
  • Compliance
  • Tax law
  • Reporting
  • Strength in research
  • Unemployment benefits claims
  • Calculating deductions
  • Check processing
  • Garnishment processing
  • Payroll document management
  • Employment verifications
  • Bi-weekly payroll management
  • Multi-state payroll
  • Compensation planning
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Child labor laws
  • Resolving payroll problems
  • Submitting tax payments
  • Directing teams
  • Coordinating retirement benefits
  • Tax calculations
  • Attention to detail
  • Human resources
  • Customer service
  • Willing to learn
  • Decision-making
  • Staff training
  • Planning and coordination
  • Human resources knowledge
  • Communication management professional
  • Prioritizing and planning
  • Critical thinking
  • Strategic communication management professional
  • Goal setting
  • Relationship building
  • Relationship building and management
  • Proactive and focused

Timeline

Purchasing Agent

Marklund Children's Home
06.2016 - 06.2019

Scheduler

Marklund Children's Home
06.2013 - 06.2017

Lead Certified Nursing Assistant

Marklund Children's Home
06.2011 - 06.2013

Payroll Manager

Marklund Children's Home
03.2007 - 08.2025

GED -

Kishwaukee

No Degree - Scheduling

OnShift

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