Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
AWARDS:
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MELANIE DIKES

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

As a highly skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Supervisor with over 5 years of experience in managing comprehensive payroll functions, I possess a proven track record in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for diverse organizations. My expertise encompasses payroll administration, compliance with federal and state regulations, and the implementation of efficient payroll systems. I am adept at troubleshooting payroll discrepancies, enhancing payroll policies, and delivering exceptional support to HR and finance departments. With a strong commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and continuous improvement, I am dedicated to optimizing payroll operations and contributing to the overall financial health and employee satisfaction of the organization.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Pro - Senior Product Specialist

UKG
10.2024 - Current

Responsible for providing advanced technical support and troubleshooting for clients using our HCM software, engaging through phone, screenshare, and chat to diagnose and resolve complex issues promptly and empathetically. This role involves serving as the initial contact for customer inquiries, ensuring high levels of satisfaction, and conducting regular follow-ups to confirm issue resolution. Responsibilities include documenting interactions in Salesforce, generating reports, updating knowledge articles, and participating in on-call rotations for critical client needs. Additionally, the specialist will assist in mentoring peers, stay updated on software features, provide feedback on operational processes, and contribute to product enablement and cross-functional improvement efforts.

Rapid/Onboarding Client Service Supervisor

Paychex Inc
08.2020 - 09.2024
  • Onboarding Supervisor:
  • Interview and hire potential candidates
  • Onboard new hires into our systems and order equipment/ badges along with set up and trouble shooting.
  • Providing with benefits and details on how to enroll.
  • Supervise, coach and monitor progress while in training and nesting.
  • Transition them from training to a rapid representative.
  • Rapid Supervisor:
  • Supervise and direct Rapid Reps supporting various Paychex platforms
  • Manage and coordinate daily operational activities to ensure efficient and effective service levels
  • Offer guidance and technical expertise across various product lines to address and solve issues.
  • Establish and maintain a positive image with clients and Payroll Specialists

Assigned Client Service Supervisor

Paychex Inc.
10.2019 - 08.2020
  • Supervise and direct Assigned specialist supporting various Paychex platforms
  • Manage and coordinate daily operational activities to ensure efficient and effective service levels
  • Offer guidance and technical expertise across various product lines to address and solve issues.
  • Establish and maintain positive image with clients and Payroll Specialists

Payroll Specialist on Strategic Accounts Team

Paychex Inc.
04.2019 - 10.2019
  • Serve as the main point of contact for the client to address any inquiries related to their account.
  • Take the initiative to meet and exceed client expectations
  • Recognize, research, and deliver solutions to clients with your keen problem solving skills
  • Build relationships with clients to establish trust and drive retention
  • Increase client awareness of Paychex services and applicable payroll regulations

Paychex Online Product Support Service Team Lead

Paychex Inc.
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Assist support staff on advanced technical and product issues to ensure timely resolution and maximize client satisfaction
  • Provide mentoring to junior staff
  • Provide client and internal problem analysis/resolution with an emphasis on first-call resolution to optimize client satisfaction.
  • Identify training, documentation, and system enhancement needs and facilitates the resolution process.
  • Participate in projects and departmental initiatives as needed to ensure continual product and process improvement.

Super Mentor

Paychex Inc.
07.2016 - 04.2018
  • We provide support to the Payroll Specialists and Supervisors. I help with payrolls, tax inquiries and projects that involve but are not limited to:
  • Wage and tax corrections
  • Amended Returns
  • Core Advanced Training/Guidance
  • Basic Paychex Flex Guidance (Online Platform)
  • Reviewing Tier Work (Training Material)

Senior Payroll Specialist

Paychex
12.2015 - 07.2016
  • Broadened client portfolio to include more complex cases
  • Became a Certified Mentor.

Payroll Specialist

Paychex
08.2014 - 12.2015
  • Serve as the client's primary point of contact for any questions regarding their accounts.
  • Take the initiative to meet and exceed client expectations.
  • Identify, investigate, and provide effective solutions to clients utilizing strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Build relationships with clients to establish trust and drive retention
  • Increase client awareness of Paychex services and applicable payroll regulations.

Education

Tourism Management

Indiana University
05-2005

Core 40 High School Diploma -

Lawrence Central High School
05-2001

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Self Motivated
  • Problem Solving
  • Reliable
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Problem Resolution
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Positive Attitude
  • Organized
  • Detail Oriented

Timeline

Pro - Senior Product Specialist

UKG
10.2024 - Current

Rapid/Onboarding Client Service Supervisor

Paychex Inc
08.2020 - 09.2024

Assigned Client Service Supervisor

Paychex Inc.
10.2019 - 08.2020

Payroll Specialist on Strategic Accounts Team

Paychex Inc.
04.2019 - 10.2019

Paychex Online Product Support Service Team Lead

Paychex Inc.
04.2018 - 04.2019

Super Mentor

Paychex Inc.
07.2016 - 04.2018

Senior Payroll Specialist

Paychex
12.2015 - 07.2016

Payroll Specialist

Paychex
08.2014 - 12.2015

Tourism Management

Indiana University

Core 40 High School Diploma -

Lawrence Central High School

AWARDS:

Golden Eagle Award, Rose Award Nominee, Employee of the Year 2007
MELANIE DIKES