Selina Fitch

• Oversee and manage the payroll process for over 1500+ employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing of paychecks in various payroll software systems such as ADP Workforce, Namely, and Workday.
• Lead a team of payroll specialists (US/Canada), providing guidance and training to ensure efficient and accurate payroll processing for nearly 50 states.
• Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Implement new payroll software and systems, leading the team as subject matter expert through the transition process and ensuring seamless integration into Workday.
• Conduct regular audits and reconciliations to ensure accurate payroll data, tax filings, and compliance with internal controls.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll regulations and best practices to make recommendations for process improvement.
• Leverage technology to automate processes, streamline payroll operations, and enhance reporting capabilities in Namely and Workday.
• Assist the tax team in collecting over $500,000 in accurate tax liabilities from previous tax years.
• Assist with or be responsible for other duties and ad-hoc projects as assigned by the Payroll Manager.
• Leadership skills: always chosen as point of contact (POC) for training our US/Canada employees in roles for payroll, HRIS, and timesheet products, as well as for information technology.

• Orchestrate the payroll processing for 800+ employees (hourly and salary) across multiple subsidiaries and in nearly all 50 states, overseeing compliance and data integrity, achieving 99% accuracy using various payroll software systems such as Namely and Workday (reimbursements/RSU/terminations, etc.)
• Implement new analysis method for payroll discrepancies, reducing error rates by 75% within the first year and reducing payroll processing from three days to one
• Spearheaded a cross-departmental project to integrate payroll and HR system products in Namely, shortening processing time by 25%
• Provide standard and ad-hoc payroll reports to various internal departments such as Finance, Accounting, Legal and HR Operations.
• Develop headcount analysis reporting to provide breakdown of attrition and retention to Executives within the first year.
• Collaborated with auditors during payroll audits, providing necessary information and ensuring compliance with regulations (Deloitte, SOC, 401k Administrative audit).
• Act as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to other payroll team members.

• Managed end-to-end semi-monthly payroll cycle for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration in over 37+ states with 100% accuracy.
• Benefits administrator and management of all company benefits including, but not limited to: Health, Dental, Vision, COBRA, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Life, AD&D, as well as Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, 401k and other voluntary benefits. Tasks included: insurance invoice reconciliation, audit of benefits to ensure accuracy, constant communication with accounting on all benefit related subject matters and provide internal support to employees regarding benefits and various HR related questions.
• Implemented all-encompassing electronic Open Enrollment process. Key contributions: Continue to configure and enhance the employee benefit options and enrollment process in the HRIS.
• Perform new employee orientations to ensure an accurate knowledge base of all benefits is explained as well as all applicable regulations and laws which influence new employee enrollments.
• Conduct companywide monthly headcount using multiple spreadsheets to provide breakdown of attrition and retention rates to CFO.
• Review year end items such as W-2s and 1095s to ensure accuracy of issuance.
• Work with frequent interruptions, rapid pace environment with attention to detail and maintain emotional control under stress.

• Led the implementation and integration of an ATS to streamline and automate the recruitment and hiring process
• Conducted a comprehensive needs analysis and assessment of current recruitment processes to identify pain points and system requirements
• Managed the selection process for the ATS vendor, evaluating proposals and negotiating contracts to secure the best solution for the organization
• Developed project timelines, resource allocation plans, and milestones, ensuring the timely and successful implementation of the ATS
• Worked closely with HR to gather requirements and customize the ATS to meet the organization's unique needs
• Conducted training and change management initiatives to ensure user adoption and utilization of the ATS
• Oversaw data migration and system integration efforts to ensure a seamless transition from existing recruitment systems to the new ATS
• Monitored key performance indicators and conducted post-implementation reviews to assess the effectiveness and impact of the ATS on recruitment processes and outcomes
• Provided ongoing support, maintenance, and system enhancements to optimize the ATS and address evolving business needs.

• Provided accounting and financial expertise to clients in various industries, delivering customized solutions to meet their unique needs
• Collaborated closely with clients' internal finance teams to identify process improvements and streamline accounting operations
• Built and maintained strong client relationships, earning trust and confidence in the firm's services
• Kept abreast of changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations to ensure clients' compliance and maximize financial performance.

• Managed lease accounting activities including lease administration, lease portfolio analysis, and financial reporting
• Prepared and reviewed lease abstracts, ensuring accurate and complete capture of lease terms and critical financial data
• Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with lease accounting standards (ASC 842 and IFRS 16)
• Collaborated with project managers to track and report project costs, ensuring accuracy and timely financial reporting
• Prepared and analyzed project financials, providing insights and recommendations to optimize project performance
• Managed the reconciliation of lease and project-related transactions, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Assisted with the evaluation and implementation of lease accounting and project management software
• Prepared financial statements, reports, and analyses related to lease and project accounting for internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated a keen ability to recognize and resolve discrepancies which resulted in locating over $5.5 million
dollars in error while auditing.
• Streamlined departmental tasks by creating online format forms to support new practices and easier navigation
between accounting and lease department.
• Quickly learned PeopleSoft, Quattro, and SharePoint on the job and trained peers and assistants on the use of
same software by creating training manuals and coordinating in-service education to improve accuracy and
efficiency – 1.5-hour seminar.
• Developed concepts and procedures to analyze, debug and resolve general ledger interfaces with computerized
work order and project accounting system.

• Implemented procedures to ensure accurate and efficient month-end close and created a more streamlined
approach to reduce month-end close from one full day to three (3) hours for customers to effectively utilize JTS.
• Restructured general ledger in SBT to better track U.S. and Mexico office’s particular expenses and help
streamline our accounts payable.
• Created a new expense format form for our international office(s) for easier account process and review, in such
this form helped the VP of Operations determine project monitoring and process overview.
• Managed and maintained Human Resources – related employee files reflecting completed paperwork is correct,
processing semi-monthly payroll, salary increases, deductions, point of contact for any/all benefit related
questions and payroll exception while utilizing ADP online.

• Fully managed company-wide accounting and reporting functions for ten (10) subsidiaries and set-up the
company and their chart of accounts using Peachtree.
• Managed Accounts Payable/Receivable and expense control procedures including bank and account
reconciliation, cash receipts, disbursements, invoicing, and preparation of daily bank deposits.
• Created project status and monitoring system to track and monitor progress and timelines for more than 5
multi-million-dollar real estate development projects streamlining the flow of information.
• Managed and maintained Human Resources – related employee files reflecting completed paperwork is
correct, processing semi-monthly, monthly, and annual payroll, salary increases, commissions, deductions,
garnishments, point of contact for any/all benefit related questions, payroll exceptions, and W-2 withholdings,
all while exercising a high level of confidentiality.
• Maintained tight controls on budgets with regards to travel, office expense, benefits and other operational
matters, as well as overseeing capital and leasing equipment.