Shayla McDonald
Eufaula,AL
Summary
Drove efficiency and compliance across all HR functions, ensuring effective management of payroll and employee relations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Manager
PHP Of Alabama
Birmingham, AL
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed and implemented HR policies to enhance organizational culture and compliance.
- Led recruitment strategies, improving candidate quality and reducing time-to-hire metrics.
- Managed employee performance evaluations to align individual goals with organizational objectives.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, increasing employee retention rates through effective integration.
- Conducted training workshops, fostering staff development and enhancing team productivity.
- Analyzed employee feedback to identify areas for improvement in workplace satisfaction and engagement.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Directed conflict resolution strategies, promoting a harmonious work environment and effective communication channels.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Handle high call volumes
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
- Optimized payroll processing procedures for accuracy and timeliness using advanced software solutions.
Human Resources Specialist (42A)
Army Reserve
Opelika, AL
09.2015 - 07.2024
- Managed recruitment processes, ensuring compliance with military regulations and standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new personnel, enhancing onboarding efficiency.
- Coordinated benefits administration, addressing employee inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Managed payroll processing accurately and timely, ensuring employees received proper compensation for their work.
- Administered FMLA requests promptly, providing necessary support to employees during leaves of absence.
Human Resources Specialist
HMS Host International
Birmingham, AL
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Applied knowledge of internal standards, employment regulations and industry practices to validate employee paperwork.
- Researched compensation plans and benefits administration approaches to help senior human resources leaders establish and align structures with the market.
- Prepared and uploaded enterprise interface builders for mass data entry.
- Used exceptional HR knowledge and abilities to meet needs of personnel across different departments.
- Liaised with human resources department to plan, organize, and coordinate administrative functions.
- Updated HRIS database with current employee, position, and compensation information.
- Administered employee recognition programs to increase employee engagement.
- Assisted HR department in completing terminations and resignations with associated separation and severance agreements.
- Maintained up-to-date employee records, including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
- Coordinated employee onboarding and training programs to ensure smooth transitions.
- Managed recruitment processes, including job postings, interviews, and hiring decisions.
- Remote work
Human Resource/Payroll Coordinator
Jack's Corporate
Birmingham, AL
11.2024 - 2026
- Coordinated schedules, assignments, and workflow to optimize productivity.
- Managed office supply inventory, keeping track of needs and ordering supplies to avoid shortages.
- Analyzed operational processes to identify bottlenecks and implemented solutions to resolve them.
- Managed time sheets for payroll processing, verifying accuracy of hours worked by staff.
- Manage vacation and sick time
- Manage direct deposit changes, updating tax information and personal information.
- Implemented policies and procedures to improve office workflow and efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, as well as state and federal regulations.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss updates, issues, and solutions.
- Processed payroll for over 1,000 employees using ADP and Paychex systems.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies by investigating and resolving issues promptly.
- Implemented automated reporting tools to enhance payroll accuracy and efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll data to maintain integrity and compliance standards.
- Reduced payroll errors by diligently auditing employee timecards and promptly addressing discrepancies.
- Handle high call volumes
- Remote work
- Hybrid work
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Human Resource Management
Troy University
Troy, ALSkills
Administrative procedures
Policy development
Staff training
Teamwork and collaboration
Database administration
Remote work
Hybrid work
Office equipment operation
Team management
Payroll and budgeting
Relationship building
Time management
Payroll administration
Decision-making
Staff scheduling
Employee evaluation
Schedule coordination
Write reports
Regulatory compliance
Team collaboration
Recruitment
Administrative management
Schedule management
Multitasking
High call volume
Accomplishments
Top HR Award for my region
Timeline
Human Resource/Payroll Coordinator
Jack's Corporate
11.2024 - 2026
Human Resource Manager
PHP Of Alabama
05.2023 - 10.2024
Human Resources Specialist
HMS Host International
11.2021 - 04.2023
Human Resources Specialist (42A)
Army Reserve
09.2015 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Human Resource Management
Troy University