Paula Stark
Westmont,IL
Summary
Talented Distribution Manager with experience in distribution, consolidation, and inventory, and a proven record of building long-term professional relationships. Demonstrated effective communication ability and knowledge in several cross-functional duties. Professional team-building skills to achieve project goals. Strong comprehension of time management is required to achieve the necessary formats; manager of multiple projects and lines of business within the import/export industry. Well-respected for trustworthy practices among business partners. Works independently, and exceeds expectations with the ability to juggle multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Payroll Specialist
Employco USA
Westmont , IL
03.2024 - Current
- Process payroll for diverse client accounts ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Review employee timecards and resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate records.
- Assist clients with payroll software implementation and provide training as needed.
- Analyze payroll data for compliance with company policies and government regulations.
- Address employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and benefits promptly.
- Collaborate with HR to update employee records for accurate payroll processing.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information in accordance with policies.
- Managed payroll for temporary, hourly, and salaried employees.
- Generated relevant paperwork and payroll reports.
- Calculated overtime, vacation sick hours, and other categories of time.
- Assisted with audits by preparing accounts and providing information.
- Actively participated in meetings focused on developing effective solutions for improving existing processes.
- Managed special projects assigned by Payroll Manager as needed.
- Processed wage garnishment orders from government agencies or creditors in a timely manner while adhering to applicable laws and regulations governing withholding limits and notification requirements.
- Conducted audits of timesheets, leave requests, and benefit enrollments to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures.
- Assisted with the implementation of new payroll systems and processes.
- Voided checks and issued stop payment orders to correct payroll discrepancies.
- Maintained and updated database for invoicing and accounting reconciliation.
Distribution Operations Manager - Logistics
Berger Transfer Logistic
Addison, USA
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Develop and implement BPM for the distribution center.
- Project Management both on and off site of multiple accounts including multimillion-dollar clients.
- Assist with management of warehouse operations. Provide and solicit ideas for improvements.
- Oversee the hiring, training, and development of distribution center staff.
- Develop and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual operating budget, maintain good cost control on operating expenses to help meet or exceed business unit financial objectives.
- Provide hands-on management of 150,000 sq. ft. warehouse.
- Ensures that physical inventory reconciliations with quality control analysis and reporting are accurate and executed within the established timeline.
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with vendors and customers.
- Review and Implement B2B, B2C, and 3PL contracts, service agreements, bids, and awards.
- Monitor and analyze inventory levels, order fulfillment processes, and proficient delivery completions.
Project Consolidation Specialist
Boerman Moving & Storage
Woodridge, USA
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Managing vendor paperwork, drafted agreements/contracts, adhere to contract guidelines, assessing potential risks, and delivering project forecasts.
- Processed and implemented inbound, outbound, line haul, and pooling consolidations.
- Assisted customers, project managers, and site managers in areas including cost estimating, project planning, scheduling, cost control, budget planning, resource allocation, quality control, municipal codes and documentation.
- Expertise in troubleshooting issues, deciphering problems, and recommending possible alternative solutions.
- Capable of understanding project requirements, identifying scopes, and preparing appropriate schedules to complete projects before the deadline.
- Ability to perform administrative duties, including sorting mail, answering calls to handle inquiries, managing inventory, and preparing monthly reports.
- Working knowledge of project management software and various other computer applications, such as MS Office Suite and Google Spreadsheets.
- Exceptional in critical thinking, with good decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Played a key role in a $25M project that generated quality and profitability in excess of $125,000 in revenue.
Administrative Coordinator for Property Manager
Wong Realty
Bolingbrook, USA
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Direct complex projects from concept to fully operational status.
- Assess teamwork, Flexibility, Adaptability, Coordinating skills, Common values, and Goals of potential company clientele.
- Communicate regularly with client management to address ongoing strategies and concerns.
- Responsible for rental inspections per village ordinances as specified.
- Five-day notices, evictions, collections, and court filings/proceedings in compliance with applicable laws.
- Property showings, Communicating with prospects/residents, and Processing applications.
- Prepare month end accounting reports per owner’s requirements and company procedures.
- Leasing, Renewals, and Marketing.
Education
Black Belt - Six Sigma
6Sigma
Chicago, IL06-2010
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management, Financial Accounting, Psychology, Quality Control, Communications
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL12-2001
Skills
- Supervision and leadership
- Wage garnishment processing
- Database administration
- P&L and expense reporting
- Event coordination
- Collections management
- Inventory control
- Executive support services
- Switchboard operations
- Warehouse management
- Microsoft Office suite proficiency
- Bill of materials (BOM)
- QuickBooks expertise
- Windfall analysis
- OCR software utilization
- Work in progress (WIP) and FIFO methods
- SharePoint management
- Budget oversight
- Payroll policies and processing
- Contract negotiation skills
- Cost control strategies
- Project management expertise
- Expense reimbursement processes
- Employee file maintenance practices
- Financial reporting
Timeline
Senior Payroll Specialist
Employco USA
03.2024 - Current
Distribution Operations Manager - Logistics
Berger Transfer Logistic
01.2018 - 01.2023
Project Consolidation Specialist
Boerman Moving & Storage
01.2013 - 01.2018
Administrative Coordinator for Property Manager
Wong Realty
01.2008 - 01.2013
Black Belt - Six Sigma
6Sigma
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management, Financial Accounting, Psychology, Quality Control, Communications
College of DuPage