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KAYENAT FARAH

Newburgh,NY

Summary

Performance-driven Human Resources Professional with a proven track record in administrative environments. Experienced in fast-paced and challenging settings. Currently overseeing a team of 5 HR Representatives at Amscan Distribution Center. Results-driven Human Resources Business Partner skillful in strategic planning, policy integration and performance improvements. Always pursuing ways to maximize efficiency, employee satisfaction and cost savings.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Business Partner

Amscan Manufacturing-Party City Holding Inc
09.2022 - Current
  • Currently overseeing a team of 5 HR Representatives at Amscan Distribution Center.

Associate HR Business Partner

Amscan Manufacturing-Party City Holding Inc
12.2021 - 09.2022
  • Collaborated with HR leadership on strategic initiatives
  • Supported employee relations and performance management processes.

Talent Acquisition Partner

Amscan Manufacturing-Party City Holding Inc
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Led talent acquisition efforts, resulting in a 25% increase in qualified applicants and a 15% decrease in time-to-hire.

Human Resources Manager

The Mackool Eye Institute
09.2020 - Current
  • Provided support and guidance on complex HR issues
  • Negotiated and established new payroll, benefits, and HRIS vendor, improving HR operations
  • Led talent acquisition, resulting in a 25% increase in qualified applicants and a 15% decrease in time-to-hire
  • Analyzed compensation and benefits trends, proposing competitive programs and reducing turnover rates
  • Maintained 100% compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Processed bi-weekly payroll with 100% accuracy and a 30% reduction in processing time.

Human Resources Coordinator – The Americas

Emirates
02.2013 - 07.2020
  • Coordinated administration during the employee lifecycle, achieving a 90% employee satisfaction rate
  • Implemented and maintained HRIS, reducing data entry errors by 20%
  • Generated reports for HR metrics, increasing compliance rates by 25%
  • Conducted new employee orientation, resulting in a 15% increase in engagement
  • Managed insurance and benefit enrollments.

Client Services Agent

Air France
06.2012 - 02.2013
  • Handled check-in, reservations, ticketing, catering orders, and sales reports
  • Ensured compliance with governmental requirements
  • Assisted in flight handling procedures.

Human Resources Administrator

SSP America
06.2011 - 05.2012
  • Processed personnel documentation, maintained compliance, and handled HR-related tasks
  • Utilized ADP Payforce & Kronos for payroll processing.

Safety and Security Coordinator (Intern)

JFKIAT International LLC
12.2010 - 05.2011
  • Conducted safety and security audits, reviewed performance, and ensured compliance
  • Inspected terminal and ramp areas for safety and cleanliness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Airport Management

Vaughn College of Aeronautics And Technology
East Elmhurst, NY

Skills

  • Microsoft Office & G Suite
  • HR Audits & Reporting
  • HRIS, Performance Management
  • Leave Management
  • Payroll Administration
  • Benefits Programs
  • Managing Employee Relations
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • New Employee Orientation
  • Open Enrollment
  • Process Improvements
  • EEOC, FMLA Expertise
  • PARS, SABRE, ALTEA, AMADEUS
  • ADP Workforce, Paychex, Zenefits
  • C, Linux, HTML, Taleo, Kronos
  • Multi-Lingual: Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, Telugu

Timeline

HR Business Partner

Amscan Manufacturing-Party City Holding Inc
09.2022 - Current

Associate HR Business Partner

Amscan Manufacturing-Party City Holding Inc
12.2021 - 09.2022

Talent Acquisition Partner

Amscan Manufacturing-Party City Holding Inc
09.2021 - 12.2021

Human Resources Manager

The Mackool Eye Institute
09.2020 - Current

Human Resources Coordinator – The Americas

Emirates
02.2013 - 07.2020

Client Services Agent

Air France
06.2012 - 02.2013

Human Resources Administrator

SSP America
06.2011 - 05.2012

Safety and Security Coordinator (Intern)

JFKIAT International LLC
12.2010 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Science - Airport Management

Vaughn College of Aeronautics And Technology
KAYENAT FARAH