Leah Kindred, APHR
Marysville,WA
Summary
Proven skills in benefits administration, employee relations and payroll processing. Knowledgeable about program changes, enrollment periods and contract negotiation. Eager to learn and grow as I continue my journey towards a Bachelor's Degree in HR Management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Payroll and Benefits Administrator
Bonfire Funds, Inc.
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Handled multi-state payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, bonuses, and severance packages with accuracy and professionalism.
- Reconciled insurance carrier invoices against employee enrollments and resolve discrepancies.
- Processed manual checks for employees in accordance with company policies.
- Prepared and submitted payroll taxes and reports to regulatory agencies.
- Streamlined benefits enrollment procedures for improved employee experience and reduced processing time.
- Assisted employees with benefits-related inquiries, ensuring prompt resolutions and increased satisfaction levels.
People and Culture Specialist
Cascade Coffee, LLC
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Payroll Administrator for a workforce of 200 employees; Responsible for biweekly timecard approval and attendance management; credit garnishments and child support deductions.
- Benefits Administration including open enrollment, COBRA, reviewing file feed errors, manage work/life events. Assists the Controller with monthly benefit reconciliation.
- Initiate proactive recruitment efforts, manage multiple staffing agency relationships, and facilitate a positive onboarding experience, resulting in a substantial reduction in attrition since January 2023.
- Chair of the Safety Committee, providing guidance to a committee of 15 members.
- Manage unemployment, L&I claims and verification of employment for compliance and prompt resolution.
- Deliver weekly presentations and updates to Leadership to advance organizational objectives.
- Handles all onboarding and new hire orientation including preliminary drug screening, I-9 verification, first-day training, reviewing company policies and benefit options.
Schedule Coordinator
Dental@888
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Organized and coordinated complex schedules for 3 executive staff members.
- Raised hygiene utilization from 60% to 94% over the prior year.
- Ensured proper billing of insurance claims and communication with insurance companies to advocate for the patient.
- Distributed post-operative instructions after major dental procedures including extractions, crowns, fillings, and root canals.
- Verify patient insurance eligibility prior to dental treatment to confirm accurate billing and build patient trust.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06-2025
Associate of Arts - Business
Seattle Central College
Seattle, WA09-2024
Skills
- Multi-state payroll processing
- Full-cycle recruiting
- Employee benefits administration
- Unemployment claims
- Worker's compensation
- Leave administration
- MS Office, Google Suite
- Strong interpersonal communication
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- ADP, Paycor, Paycom HRIS software
- Multi-state tax filing
- Employee relations
Accomplishments
- OSHA/WISHA/HIPAA Certified
- E-Verify Certified
- Chair of Safety Committee
- CPR/AED & Adult First Aid Certified
- Certificate in Preventing Discrimination & Harassment in Manufacturing/Industrial: US Managers
Certification
- Associate Professional in Human Resources Certificate (aPHR)
Timeline
Payroll and Benefits Administrator
Bonfire Funds, Inc.
01.2024 - 05.2024
People and Culture Specialist
Cascade Coffee, LLC
11.2021 - 01.2024
Schedule Coordinator
Dental@888
03.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
University of Washington
Associate of Arts - Business
Seattle Central College