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Melissa Barrington
Open To Work

Melissa Barrington

Advance,North Carolina

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Senior Human Resources ManagerHR CoordinatorAssistant Accountant / HR & Payroll Administrator

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: Advance, North Carolina, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

120000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany Culture

Summary

Dynamic Senior Human Resources Manager with a proven track record at Coretelligent, LLC, driving a rapid workforce expansion. Expert in compensation planning and employee engagement, leveraging people analytics to enhance organizational performance. Adept at strategic thinking and conflict resolution, fostering a culture of growth and compliance across diverse teams.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
4
4

Certifications

Work History

Senior Human Resources Manager

Coretelligent, LLC
Remote
08.2021 - 02.2026
  • Spearheaded HR operations during 40% workforce expansion across 35 states and India.
  • Directed restructuring and M&A for five acquisitions, including India's international division.
  • Developed national compensation benchmarking and collaborated with Finance to develop yearly bonus plans, commission structures, and merit increases.
  • Developed a Career Development program blueprint enabling clear career progression, job-leveling, and alignment with compensation benchmarking.
  • Collaborated with IT to build an analytics framework integrating HRIS and Excel data into Power BI.
  • Implemented employee engagement initiatives that enhanced workplace culture and morale.
  • Streamlined performance management processes to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Served as a consultant on various projects related to organizational design and restructuring efforts.
  • Oversaw compliance with labor laws and company policies in HR practices.
  • Enhanced onboarding processes to facilitate smooth integration of new hires into the organization.
  • Managed employee relations issues, including grievances, performance management, and terminations.
  • Monitored payroll processing functions to ensure accurate wage payments to employees.
  • Analyzed benefits packages, recommending improvements for competitive employee offerings.
  • Directed HR programs and policies to improve operational efficiency across departments.
  • Identified operational weaknesses to improve or innovate people, programs and processes.
  • Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
  • Created and implemented employee retention strategies.
  • Prepared presentations for company executives on employee performance and retention trends.

HR Coordinator

Carr Property Management
East Longmeadow, USA
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Responded to unemployment claims and participated in hearings.
  • Streamlined employee onboarding process, reducing new hire processing time and enhancing candidate experience.
  • Developed and maintained compliance audit reports, achieving adherence to labor laws and reducing potential legal risks.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and responded to inquiries regarding enrollment and coverage.
  • Implemented OSHA regulations during COVID to ensure staff safety and compliance with health guidelines.
  • Coordinated payroll processing, working closely with finance to ensure accuracy.
  • Assisted in negotiating contracts with external vendors and service providers.
  • Managed HRIS, ensuring efficient data management and reporting capabilities.

Assistant Accountant / HR & Payroll Administrator

City Electric Supply
Wilbraham, USA
03.2007 - 08.2018
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.
  • Supported budget preparation and monitoring activities effectively.
  • Processed payroll and ensured compliance with regulations accurately.
  • Prepared account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements and intercompany general ledger accounts.
  • Provided support for external auditors during annual audit engagements.
  • Assisted in financial planning and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
  • Calculated and filed tax returns, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Managed and trained team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
  • Audited, reviewed and compiled payroll reports, records and related summaries.
  • Enforced payroll-related policies, procedures, and regulations to adhere to changing company and governmental standards.
  • Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
  • Created streamlined payroll processes to increase accuracy and boost productivity.
  • Analyzed current processes and identified opportunities for improvement within the department's workflow.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration & Management

Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, Massachusetts

Skills

  • Automation
  • Compensation Design and Strategies
  • Rapid-Growth Scaling
  • Analytics
  • Organizational Development
  • HRIS: Paycor, Paylocity
  • Payroll Management
  • Employee Risk Assessment
  • Workforce Integration
  • HR Financial Management
  • Governance
  • Leave of Absence
  • Leadership Coaching
  • Employment Labor Law
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Talent Management
  • Benefits Administration and Management
  • Project Management
  • HRIS Management and Optimization
  • Change Management
  • Investigations
  • Vendor Negotiation and Management
  • Employee Retention Strategies
  • Policy Development and Implementation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Strategic Thinking
  • HR Technology Solutions
  • Global Payroll: Deel, Blue Marble
  • Performance Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Communication Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Career Development
  • Employee Engagement
  • Internal Communications
  • Diversity Initiatives
  • Job Analysis
  • Employee Handbook Development
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Onboarding and Offboarding

Certification

  • SPHR – Senior Professional in Human Resources
  • SHRM-CP – SHRM Certified Professional
  • HRCI Pro: People Analytics
  • HRCI Pro: Ethics

Training

  • AI for Business Leaders
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) for HR
  • Analytics That Support the Workforce
  • Recruitment Analytics

Timeline

Senior Human Resources Manager

Coretelligent, LLC
08.2021 - 02.2026

HR Coordinator

Carr Property Management
01.2020 - 01.2021

Assistant Accountant / HR & Payroll Administrator

City Electric Supply
03.2007 - 08.2018

Associate of Arts - Business Administration & Management

Springfield Technical Community College
Melissa Barrington