SAMANTHA WILLIAMS
Human Resources Professional
Pulaski,Tennessee
Summary
Detail-oriented Payroll and Benefits Professional with 4 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration in regulated environments. Ensured payroll accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations while improving operational processes. Managed multi-state payroll and employee support as the sole HR function.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources / Payroll & Benefits Lead
Pulaski Electric System
Pulaski
11.2021 - Current
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy in wages, overtime, PTO, and deductions
- Review and validate timekeeping data, including hours worked and leave balances, prior to payroll processing
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, and retirement plans
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits inquiries, providing timely and accurate support
- Maintained compliance with federal and state payroll regulations, including FLSA and ACA, to mitigate legal risks and uphold organizational standards.
- Perform payroll audits and maintain a high level of accuracy with minimal errors year-over-year
- Developed and implemented process improvements and documentation to streamline operations and enhance payroll accuracy
- Manage sensitive employee data with a high level of confidentiality and discretion
People Leader
Walmart
Pulaski
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Fostered collaboration and accountability within team, resulting in stronger teamwork and ownership.
- Provided guidance and support to team members on various projects.
- Developed training programs that enhanced workforce skills and increased knowledge retention.
- Encouraged innovation by creating safe space for creative ideas and experimentation, leading to new initiatives.
- Assisted in recruiting efforts by conducting interviews and hiring new personnel.
- Managed conflict resolution processes to maintain workplace harmony and productivity.
- Coordinated scheduling and staffing to meet operational needs effectively.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and safety regulations across departments.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
Pulaski, Tennessee
04.2014 - 05.2019
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Giles County High School
Pulaski, TN05-2011
Skills
- Benefits administration
- Payroll processing
- HRIS and payroll systems
- Payroll compliance
- Timekeeping and PTO validation
- Employee lifecycle management
- Data accuracy and reconciliation
- Confidential data handling
- NISC payroll and HRIS
- Process improvement and documentation
- Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
- Adobe software proficiency
- Analytical thinking
- Effective communication skills
- Team building strategies
- Performance management techniques
- Analytical thinking
Education And Professional Development
- SHRM-SCP, In Process
- High School Diploma
- Certified Utility Human Resources Professional (CUHRP)
- Notary Public, Tennessee
Timeline
Human Resources / Payroll & Benefits Lead
Pulaski Electric System
11.2021 - Current
People Leader
Walmart
05.2019 - 11.2021
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
04.2014 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Giles County High School