Michelle Nekich
Summary
Detail-oriented HR professional skilled in benefits administration, data analysis, and regulatory compliance. Successfully coordinated open enrollment activities and streamlined vendor communications, ensuring high levels of employee engagement and adherence to compliance standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Benefits/Compliance Specialist
Genuine Cable Group, LLC
Chicago, Illinois
01.2021 - Current
- Acted as primary contact for benefits-related inquiries and escalations, enhancing vendor relationships.
- Supported compliance with federal and state regulations, including ACA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, and ADA.
- Assisted with 401k audits and non-discrimination testing processes.
- Coordinated open enrollment activities, fostering effective vendor communication and boosting employee engagement.
- Reviewed benefits documents, enrollment data, and invoices for accuracy, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with HR team to process leaves of absence and disability cases efficiently.
- Led benefits-related projects, enhancing processes through system updates and vendor transitions.
- Prepared communication materials and facilitated employee education sessions on benefits.
HR/Senior Payroll Analyst
Paige Electric
Mountainside, New Jersey
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed multi-state payroll activities, including tax code setup and compliance with regulations.
- Supported payroll operations for an organization of nearly 1,000 employees, maintaining consistency.
- Audited and reconciled timekeeping records to minimize discrepancies and enhance accuracy.
- Contributed to process improvements that increased payroll efficiency and data integrity.
Secretary to the Vice Principal
Whippany Park High School
Whippany, New Jersey
09.2016 - 12.2020
- Maintained logs and records for staff, students, and personnel transactions to ensure compliance and accessibility
- Scheduled meetings, conferences, and events for Vice Principal and staff to facilitate effective communication and planning
- Maintains confidential files, appointment schedules, and meeting arrangements
- Reviews and ensures accuracy of office work and compliance with established standards
- Supported implementation of emergency procedures and consistently followed safety protocols to enhance workplace safety.
Office Manager
Frank's Auto Glass
West Caldwell, New Jersey
06.2003 - 03.2008
- Managed daily office operations and ensured smooth workflow at Frank's Auto Glass.
- Coordinated schedules for staff and appointments to optimize service efficiency.
- Oversaw customer service interactions, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory of office supplies and ordered materials to support uninterrupted operations.
- Tracked invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information for financial integrity.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05-2007
Skills
- Benefits administration
- Regulatory compliance
- Payroll management
- Tax compliance
- Auditing processes
- Data analysis
- Process improvement
Timeline
HR Benefits/Compliance Specialist
Genuine Cable Group, LLC
01.2021 - Current
HR/Senior Payroll Analyst
Paige Electric
01.2021 - 01.2023
Secretary to the Vice Principal
Whippany Park High School
09.2016 - 12.2020
Office Manager
Frank's Auto Glass
06.2003 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science - Biology
William Paterson University of New Jersey