Open To Work
Maria Eichwald
Burbank
Summary
Experienced operations and HR professional with over two decades of leadership in payroll, compliance, employee relations, and financial management. Known for driving operational efficiency, fostering positive workplace culture, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Seeking to continue making an impact in people operations through strategic support and process improvement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. People Operations Coordinator
First Entertainment Credit Union
02.2022 - 10.2025
- Provided administrative support for benefits and leave programs, including Workers’ Comp and ADA accommodations.
- Partnered with Payroll to ensure accurate bi-weekly payroll processing.
- Maintained HRIS and ATS data with high accuracy and integrity.
- Supported audits and compliance reviews through data gathering and post-event mitigation.
- Managed employment documentation across the employee lifecycle: onboarding, promotions, and offboarding.
- Ensured compliance across branches, including safety and labor law postings.
- Facilitated employee experience programs such as bereavement, new parent, and new hire initiatives.
- Handled offboarding logistics including final payouts and equipment retrieval.
- Processed I-9 verifications, E-Verify, and bondability requests.
- Delivered timely responses to disability claims and EDD audits.
- Contributed to ad-hoc projects to improve teammate experience and operational efficiency.
General Manager
Merry Maids
06.1996 - 02.2022
- Increased revenue by 40% over seven years through strategic growth initiatives.
- Opened and managed a second office in Reseda, expanding service coverage.
- Processed weekly payroll for 30 employees and ensured tax compliance.
- Oversaw full-cycle bookkeeping and financial reporting.
- Reduced accounts receivable by 20% through improved billing practices.
- Led hiring, training, and performance management for a team of 30.
- Maintained audit readiness for workers’ compensation and liability insurance.
- Managed budgets for marketing, staffing, and operations to ensure profitability.
- Fostered a positive office culture to enhance productivity and morale.
Education
Associate of Arts Degree - Marketing Major
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Los Angeles, CA06.1991
Skills
- HRIS & ATS Systems (eg, ADP, UKG, Lever)
- Payroll Administration & Compliance
- Employee Onboarding & Offboarding
- Workers’ Compensation & ADA Accommodations
- Audit Preparation & Data Integrity
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- I-9 Verification & E-Verify Processing
- Employee Experience Programs
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridTimeline
Sr. People Operations Coordinator
First Entertainment Credit Union
02.2022 - 10.2025
General Manager
Merry Maids
06.1996 - 02.2022
Associate of Arts Degree - Marketing Major
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising