Susan Brown
Human Resources
Leeds,AL
Summary
Well-qualified, organized and dependable Human Resources professional successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Communicative and decisive with focus on improving and retaining quality in HR administration, payroll and recruiting. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Spherion Staffing/Kanawha Scales & Equipment
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as submitting time-off requests, calculating hours worked and submitting timesheets for bi-weekly payroll
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues
Payroll Accountant
Timberline Construction Company
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with HR department to ensure smooth onboarding of new hires, setting up employee profiles in the payroll system.
- Assisted in the implementation of a new payroll software system, leading training sessions for users and providing ongoing support during transition periods.
- Reduced errors in payroll processing by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations of records.
- Delivered human resources financial support by certifying and processing payroll, performing pay adjustments and promptly distributing checks.
- Coordinated with benefits providers to ensure correct deduction amounts were applied based on each employee''s elections during open enrollment periods.
- Managed year-end procedures such as W-2 distribution and tax reporting, ensuring accuracy of documents for all employees.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
Sr. Payroll and Benefits Administrator
Ram Tool Construction Supply
07.2019 - 09.2022
- Managed continuous enrollment processes, as well as yearly enrollment periods.
- Streamlined benefits enrollment procedures for improved employee experience and reduced processing time.
- Calculated deductions and disability payments.
- Facilitated seamless onboarding experiences for new hires by providing comprehensive benefits orientation sessions.
- Managed monthly, quarterly and annual payouts for merit rewards, sales commissions and bonus programs.
- Managed leave of absence requests, collaborating closely with HR colleagues to ensure proper documentation and adherence to company policies.
- Fulfilled reporting requirements of Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).
- Supported payroll department by verifying accuracy of deduction amounts for various benefit plans prior to each pay period processing cycle.
Human Resources Administrator
Southland Tube, Inc.
06.2006 - 03.2017
- Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts, and corporate policies.
- Monitored labor laws and regulations compliance to protect employers from litigations and employees from discrimination and harassment.
- Facilitated the performance management process by providing ongoing feedback, administering evaluations, and coordinating professional development opportunities for employees.
- Managed employee leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and maintaining clear communication channels between employees and management.
- Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Monitored safety and health practices to protect employees from hazards and promote healthy work habits.
- Reduced employee turnover with targeted recruitment strategies, thorough candidate screening, and comprehensive onboarding programs.
- Oversaw hiring, staffing, and labor law compliance.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices by staying current with relevant employment laws and regulations, as well as conducting regular policy reviews.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Management
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, ALSkills
- Payroll and Benefit Administration
- HRIS and Payroll Software - Sage Abra Suite, ADP Workforce Now, Workday, Ultipro, Unanet, GovConPay
- Recruiting, On-boarding, New Hire and Benefit Orientation, Benefit Open Enrollment
- Time and Attendance Administration and Reporting
- Certified Payroll for Federal Contracts
- Maintaining Legal Compliance with Employment Law by Interpreting and applying policies, procedures, standards, and regulations
- Safety Management , Worker’s Comp Administration, OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting
- FMLA/STD/Workers Comp Leave Administration
- Employee Relations, Recognition and Wellness Programs
- Strategic Planning and Change Management
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Spherion Staffing/Kanawha Scales & Equipment
10.2023 - Current
Payroll Accountant
Timberline Construction Company
12.2022 - 08.2023
Sr. Payroll and Benefits Administrator
Ram Tool Construction Supply
07.2019 - 09.2022
Human Resources Administrator
Southland Tube, Inc.
06.2006 - 03.2017
Associate of Science - Business Management
University of Alabama At Birmingham
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