Kim Howard

• Applied and submitted applications to secure $5.2 million in PPP funds during COVID-19; to date responsible for submitting documentation for $3.2 million in forgiveness of total loans
• Implemented multiple new systems for payroll, HR and health benefit portals for over 225 employees.
• Perform benefits analysis, corrective action planning and big-picture data capturing while collaborating with senior management.
• Lead and strategically direct team of human resources professionals.
• Adhere to federal and state guidelines and manage payroll and benefits for over 225 employees in various locations.
• Direct onboarding and training for new employees each year, keeping company operations smooth and production efficient with skilled candidates.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
• Liaise between multiple business divisions to improve communications.

*Successfully implemented, analyzed and managed new accounting system and procedures, including system integration and staff training

*Selected and implemented company health insurance and monitored for employee eligibility in accordance with the affordable care act

*Negotiated and secured contracts with various managed long term care insurances; Archcare, Fidelis and Integra

*Maintained accounts and processing of billing with Medicare/Medicaid third party agencies

*Ensured all financial reports were compiled and presented in a timely manner and orderly fashion

*Created annual budget

*Compiled payroll data, calculated hours for hourly personnel, reviewed wages computed and corrected errors to ensure accuracy

*Prepared and submitted annual statistical reporting for NYS Department of Health

*Ran all aspects of finance office in compliance with NYS Department of Health

*Prepared all client contracts and collected deposits

*Supervised employees in Finance Department and was responsible for overall direction, coordination and evaluation of this unit

• Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
• Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations and payroll processing.
• Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
• Oversaw operating expenses and made recommendations for cost cutting measures
• Prepared commission statements for sales staff
• Managed all aspects of large vendor, Sage Software's account
• Maintained, reviewed and approved expense reports
• Supervised and trained new employees in accounting department