SAHAJA RAGALLA

• Managed end-to-end recruitment of IT professionals for various types of employment contracts, including contract, contract-to-perm, and direct hire positions on a w2 hourly/salaried basis.
• Partnered with internal stakeholders including HR Managers, Hiring Managers and Executives on recruitment initiatives.
• Advised hiring managers on effective interviewing techniques and strategies for selecting top talent.
• Analyzed market trends and identified areas where improvements could be made in the hiring process.
• Deployed a comprehensive approach to candidate sourcing by leveraging numerous channels, such as LinkedIn, social media platforms, job boards, career fairs, recruitment campaigns, trade associations, universities, and colleges, internal referrals, and vendor sourcing, resulting in the acquisition of top-notch individuals for open positions.
• Created job postings that accurately described the roles and responsibilities of each position being filled.
• Handled the management of job postings across multiple platforms, including Indeed, LinkedIn, Dice, social networking, and Wizehire.
• Developed and implemented strategic recruiting plans to source candidates through various channels, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
• Expertise in effectively utilizing Boolean search techniques
• Proficient in recruitment strategies for various levels of positions including Junior, midlevel, and C-level.
• Maintained an organized database of applicants using applicant tracking systems.
• Screened resumes for essential job qualifications and interviewed candidates via telephone or video calls.
• Stayed up-to-date with current recruiting trends and technologies to enhance recruitment efforts.
• Researched competitive salary data to ensure competitive offers are made to potential hires.
• Followed up with both applicants and hiring managers throughout the recruitment process until a successful hire is achieved.
• Managed candidate selection process, drafted offer letters, and successfully negotiated salary and benefits packages within company guidelines.
• Conducted background checks, reference checks, and other pre-employment screenings as required by the company.
• Maintained a comprehensive database of established outreach efforts for IT/Technology candidates to enhance recruitment strategies.
• Fostered relationships with external recruiting agencies and professional groups to source candidates.
• Developed a diverse candidate pipeline to support the company's diversity and inclusion goals.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, tools, and technologies in talent acquisition.
• Maximized efficiency by utilizing ATS for profile sourcing, record updates, and candidate submission
• Managed vendor contracts and ensured timely delivery of services. Implemented efficient documentation processes to streamline workflow.
• Successfully coordinated the final selection call with CEO and HR Director
• Prepared or maintained employment records using human resources management system software.

• Process attendance records and other documents (e.g
• W-2 and tax forms)
• Checked payroll information for accuracy and ensured all relevant paperwork was in order
• Coordinate with HR about changes in payroll (e.g

Terminations, new hires)

• Manage electronic payment processes and distribute payroll checks
• Processed various financial compensations and deductions, such as annual bonuses, severance pay, taxes, and worker's compensation.
• Managed reimbursement processes for employee benefits, including insurance fees and paid time off.
• Delivered comprehensive reports to senior executives upon request
• Answer employee questions or complaints about salaries and payments.
• Verified accuracy of timekeeping records to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Provided support during audits conducted by external auditors or government agencies.
• Performed reconciliation of payroll accounts on a regular basis.
• Managed year-end closing process by ensuring timely filing of applicable forms and documents.
• Compiled data from timesheets and other records to determine hours worked and pay rate.
• Coordinated new hire onboarding activities such as running background checks and entering employee data into payroll system databases.
• Assisted HR team with benefit enrollment activities as necessary.
• Maintained accurate records of all payroll transactions.
• Gathered timesheets to prepare weekly payroll data for processing by payroll coordinator.
• Managed weekly payroll duties and submitted data to payroll contractor.
• Coordinated child support deductions and distributed wage assignments.
• Calculated accurate wages, including overtime, salary increases and bonuses.
• Handled payroll help desk and answered questions regarding correct and accurate payroll time entry.
• Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Utilized payroll software efficiently to process payroll and generate necessary reports.

• Opened requisitions based on requirements and effectively closed them within the timeline
• Analyzed candidate profiles and aligned them with position requirements.
• Sourced and screened candidate profiles from various platforms such as LinkedIn, job portals, internal database, job fairs, and networking sites
• Maintained and managed the Database efficiently
• Conducted pre-screening of candidates
• Conducted thorough phone screenings to evaluate both communication abilities and HR concerns
• Scheduled and coordinated interviews with candidates
• Maintained regular communication with potential employees throughout the hiring process.
• Negotiated salary compensation
• Ensured accuracy and thoroughness of background verification process.
• Successfully filled positions at various levels across the organization.
• Experienced with ADP payroll systems
• Managed employees' Onboard and Exit formalities
• Ensured a harmonious work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution.
• Experienced in event planning and organization
• Ensured the integrity of employee records in HRMS by maintaining timely updates
• Processed new hire paperwork, including background checks, I-9 forms and tax documents.
• Managed employee complaints or grievances according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company policies and procedures regarding human resources matters.
• Developed job descriptions for open positions within the organization.
• Collaborated with managers to develop strategies that would improve workplace productivity.
• Coordinated benefits programs, such as health insurance plans, retirement options, vacation requests and other related items.
• Participated in job fairs and other recruiting events as a representative of the company.