Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Sahannia Rigsby

Union

Summary

Dynamic Sr. Payroll Administrator at Tiffany & Company with expertise in payroll management and employee relations. Achieved significant cost reductions by streamlining processes and enhancing payroll accuracy. Proficient in multi-state payroll and garnishment processing, ensuring compliance and confidentiality while fostering a positive work environment.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Payroll Administrator

Tiffany & Company
01.2017 - Current
  • Collaborated with HR department to maintain employee records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Contributed significantly towards cost reduction efforts by identifying inefficiencies within the existing processes.
  • Streamlined payroll processing by implementing efficient systems and procedures.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions during mergers or acquisitions by integrating newly acquired personnel into established payroll systems seamlessly.
  • Spearheaded preparations for year-end closing activities such as W-2 distribution and tax reporting reconciliation.
  • Assisted in the development of new payroll processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive employee information, adhering to company policies and legal requirements.

Ecommerce Analyst

Hotels At Home
09.2015 - 01.2017
  • Developed and analyzed e-commerce programs and marketing activation and implemented content improvements that drove sales and market share.
  • Collaborated with product development teams to refine product descriptions and images, resulting in increased overall appeal and higher conversion rates.
  • Optimized website navigation, making it easier for customers to find desired products quickly and efficiently.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by analyzing and optimizing the e-commerce website''s user experience.
  • Managed e-commerce initiatives and analysis and created, implemented and updated content and new product set up.
  • Created insightful reports for senior management by analyzing key e-commerce metrics, informing strategic decision-making processes.
  • Generated standard and custom reports to provide insights into business performance.

Junior Financial Analyst

Strategy& PwC LLP (formerly Booz & Company)
01.2013 - 08.2015
  • Optimized company cash flow by closely monitoring accounts receivable and payable, ensuring prompt payments and collections.
  • Improved company''s credit rating with detailed analysis of outstanding debts followed by strategic repayment planning.
  • Performed ad-hoc analyses as needed, providing vital information for time-sensitive decisions by senior management.
  • Delivered timely and accurate monthly financial reports, enabling informed decision-making by management.
  • Developed user-friendly dashboards for enhanced data visualization, simplifying complex financial metrics for stakeholders.
  • Enhanced financial reporting quality through meticulous attention to detail and strict adherence to accounting standards.
  • Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.

Account Analyst

Booz & Company
08.2008 - 01.2013
  • Interacted professionally with clear, intentional communication, and set appropriate expectations on timeline of deliverables.
  • Partnered with Account Manager to support preparation of client materials to educate, train and inform on benefits, services, and self-administration tools.
  • Served as a subject matter expert within the team when it came to understanding how different industries function financially – offering insight on potential shifts within markets that could impact company performance or account management strategies moving forward.
  • Conducted regular reviews of credit requests submitted by clients – evaluating their eligibility based on established criteria before approving or denying applications accordingly.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Prepared detailed financial statements for management review, aiding in informed decision-making processes.

Payroll Administrator

Booz Allen Hamilton, BAH
04.2005 - 08.2008
  • Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
  • Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using PeopleSoft and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Reduced errors in payroll calculations with meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification.
  • Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
  • Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing employee inquiries about their paychecks promptly and accurately.
  • Submitted reports on payroll activities.
  • Facilitated year-end reporting by preparing accurate W-2 forms for all employees within required deadlines.
  • Ensured timely salary disbursements for employees, maintaining strict adherence to company policies and deadlines.
  • Supported the overall financial health of the organization by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, contributing to a positive work environment.
  • Conducted regular audits of payroll data to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Lead Accounting Assistant

Booz Allen Hamilton, BAH
07.2000 - 04.2005
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
  • Expedited invoice processing with effective communication between internal departments and external vendors.
  • Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.

Education

High School Diploma -

Vailsburg High School
Newark, NJ

No Degree -

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Payroll software expertise
  • Timekeeping systems
  • Year-end procedures
  • Employee relations
  • Payroll auditing
  • Payroll management
  • General ledger

  • Multi-state payroll
  • Garnishment processing
  • Resolving discrepancies
  • Payroll processing
  • Report writing
  • Data review

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Lead on implementation of a new ADP platform
  • Processed Canada payroll for 500+ employees
  • Processed Canada payroll in Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario & Quebec
  • Manually calculate Canada stat holiday pay in Alberta, British Coumbia, Ontario & Quebec

Timeline

Sr. Payroll Administrator

Tiffany & Company
01.2017 - Current

Ecommerce Analyst

Hotels At Home
09.2015 - 01.2017

Junior Financial Analyst

Strategy& PwC LLP (formerly Booz & Company)
01.2013 - 08.2015

Account Analyst

Booz & Company
08.2008 - 01.2013

Payroll Administrator

Booz Allen Hamilton, BAH
04.2005 - 08.2008

Lead Accounting Assistant

Booz Allen Hamilton, BAH
07.2000 - 04.2005

High School Diploma -

Vailsburg High School

No Degree -

University of Phoenix
Sahannia Rigsby