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Margaret Isaacs

Frederick,MD

Summary

Senior Director of Payroll with extensive experience optimizing timelines, streamlining operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Demonstrated success in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusion while developing strategic plans and business transformation initiatives. Skilled in vendor negotiation, financial analysis, and enhancing client relationships.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Director of Payroll

Nasdaq
02.2008 - 10.2024
  • Managed the integration of new companies into our payroll systems. Worked on all aspects of the integrations.
  • Managed the divestor of companies from Nasdaq.
  • Prepared the team for move to paperless processing in 2 weeks before the Pandemic began. We were able to meet all the Internal Audit requirements.
  • Optimized timelines by effectively delegating tasks and prioritizing workload among team members. My team was in various States and we were able to work as a team.
  • Developed strong relationships with ADP, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
  • Directed design and execution of business transformation initiatives to drive performance, profit optimization and growth opportunities.
  • Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and implementing strategic plans and initiatives.
  • Increased employee satisfaction, providing regular coaching and feedback sessions.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency with process improvements and automation.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence within the organization.
  • Performed continuous evaluations of business facility, teams and policies to keep operations efficient and consistent.
  • Met with department supervisors and provided staff support to attain organizational goals.

Director of Accounts Payable

Nasdaq
07.2001 - 08.2010
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties involved.
  • Developed and fostered strong relationships with client stakeholders.
  • Created detailed budgets and forecasts for all major clients, enabling them to make well-informed decisions about their financial future.
  • Collaborated with the sales team to identify upselling opportunities, resulting in increased revenue for the department.
  • Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances by implementing stricter payment policies and following up on overdue invoices promptly.
  • Provided excellent customer service by proactively addressing concerns related to invoicing or contractual matters, maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
  • Resolved complex billing issues swiftly while maintaining excellent relationships with both internal teams and external partners involved in the process.
  • Analyzed financial statements and reports to identify areas for improvement, leading to cost savings and better decisionmaking.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration, enhancing overall company performance and increasing workflow efficiency.
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  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.

Customer Response Team Lead

Nasdaq
02.2002 - 03.2007

Created and managed a customer phone service for the Finance department.

Supported all sections of the Finance department.

  • Streamlined processes for efficient handling of customer inquiries, improving overall response times.
  • Handled high volume of inbound calls professionally while maintaining composure under pressure situations, resulting in successful problem resolution.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through empathetic listening skills and tailored solutions to individual needs.

Accounts Payable Analyst

Nasdaq
07.1990 - 02.2006
  • Received vendor invoices, validated for accuracy and routed for approval to prepare for payment processing.
  • Processed daily invoices, check requests and wire transfers of foreign and domestic currency.
  • Researched and resolved invoice and payment issues for internal employees and external vendors.
  • Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration

Montgomery College
Germantown

Fundamental Payroll Certificaiton - Payroll

American Payroll Association
Bethesda, MD
07-2018

Skills

  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Culture Transformation
  • Team Management
  • Policy Development
  • Team Building and Motivation
  • Policy Implementation
  • Reporting expertise
  • Strategic Planning
  • Strategies and goals
  • People Management
  • Staff Development
  • Process Improvement

Interests

  • Volunteering
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Preparing to do a Missionary event in Costa Rica

Timeline

Senior Director of Payroll

Nasdaq
02.2008 - 10.2024

Customer Response Team Lead

Nasdaq
02.2002 - 03.2007

Director of Accounts Payable

Nasdaq
07.2001 - 08.2010

Accounts Payable Analyst

Nasdaq
07.1990 - 02.2006

No Degree - Business Administration

Montgomery College

Fundamental Payroll Certificaiton - Payroll

American Payroll Association
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