Linda Brathwaite
Mount Holly,NC
Summary
Highly experienced Senior HR/Payroll Administrator with a proven track record of strategically building adaptive, skilled teams through learning and development. Proven track record of creating a resilient workplace, rebuilding trust, and fostering a productive and sustainable workforce. Accomplished in human resource management, employee recruitment, training, and payroll management. Renowned reputation for excellent collaboration and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in utilizing payroll software (Genesis and ADP) and adept in troubleshooting software and hardware issues.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources/Payroll Administrator
Liberty Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
04.2021 - 12.2024
- Administered all on-boarding processes and training for newly hired employees.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Managed workers compensation activities including preparation of accident reports, updating OSHA reports and logs, investigating, and reporting claims, coordinating OSHA and WC audits and training.
- Maintained an open-door policy with regards to employee issues/concerns and advised management with an appropriate resolution.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing for 225 employees and 25 agency staff.
- Documented personal details, job histories, performance reviews, time off, and other pertinent data to maintain accurate employee records including time off, leave balances, and attendance for precise pay calculation.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using the Genesis software and processed payroll to meet pre-set requirements.
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Boosted warehouse efficiency by consistently meeting and exceeding productivity goals for daily tasks.
- Demonstrated adaptability by cross-training in multiple job functions within the fulfillment center.
- Assisted in the training of new fulfillment associates, sharing best practices and offering support as needed.
- Exceeded customer expectations by going above and beyond to ensure fast, accurate, and courteous service throughout the entire fulfillment process.
Financial Reconciliation Analyst /People Lead
Walmart-Global Business Services
05.2016 - 09.2020
- Analyzed outgoing financial transactions, successfully identifying 75% discrepancies in financial reports based on investigations into accounting issues.
- Researched financial data to identify fraudulent transactions, saving $900k in potential losses.
- Led monthly audits of reconciliations and resolved financial reporting issues.
- Ensured more accurate financial reporting by initiating and leading the development of 23 new policies, procedures, and processes.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits, and other details.
- Oversaw hiring, staffing, and labor law compliance.
- Coordinated employee events and recognition programs to promote a positive work culture and strengthen team relationships.
Property Management Analyst
American Family Insurance
10.2005 - 06.2015
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in management analysis.
- Developed comprehensive reports, providing valuable insights into business performance and aiding in strategic planning efforts.
- Served as a subject matter expert on management analysis principles, providing valuable counsel to stakeholders during critical business planning sessions.
- Optimized project management practices by conducting comprehensive assessments of project plans and timelines, ensuring timely completion of deliverables without compromising quality standards or exceeding budgets.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WIBachelor of Science Degree - Business Administration
Cardinal Stritch University
Madison, WIAssociate of Science Degree - Business
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Human Resources
- Payroll Administration
- Payroll Compliance Review
- Onboarding New Employees
- Training New Employees
- Employee Record Management
- Effective Time Management
- Workplace Relationship Management
Certification
- HR 101: Compliance Made easy, Udemy-Online Courses, 2019-2020
- Strategic Planning for HR, Udemy-Online Courses, 2019-2020
- HR Fundamentals, Udemy-Online Courses, 2019-2020
- Labor Relations for Human Resources, Udemy-Online Courses, 2019-2020
- Lean Leadership, Culture & Change Management, Udemy-Online Courses, 2019-2020
- Code Immersion, Good Will University-Occupational Skills Training
- Business Process Improvement, Wisconsin School of Business-Madison, Wisconsin, 2015
- Lean Leadership, Culture and Change Management, Wisconsin School of Business-Madison, Wisconsin, 2015
- Project Management: Planning, Scheduling, and Control, Wisconsin School of Business-Madison, Wisconsin, 2015
- Certificate in Human Resource Management, Eastern Nazarene College-Boston, MA
Timeline
Human Resources/Payroll Administrator
Liberty Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
04.2021 - 12.2024
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
09.2020 - 04.2022
Financial Reconciliation Analyst /People Lead
Walmart-Global Business Services
05.2016 - 09.2020
Property Management Analyst
American Family Insurance
10.2005 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Cardinal Stritch University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Business Administration
Cardinal Stritch University
Associate of Science Degree - Business
Cardinal Stritch University
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