Open To Work
Vivian Creasor
Woodstock
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources Manager/Business Owner with 10 years of extensive experience as CEO/Executive Management at Catfish Hox, Restaurants. Utilizing forward-thinking, strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and team development. Demonstrated record in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. Recognized for adaptability and promoting positive morale while optimizing productivity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/ Human Resources/ Payroll Manager
Catfish Hox
Marietta, Georgia
09.2015 - 07.2025
- Facilitated on-boarding of all new employees and facilitated effective one-on-one training for all new hires.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee data, including pay rates, positions, classifications, and time worked for all active/inactive employees.
- Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate team productivity.
- Audited payroll transactions before and after processing to safeguard the accuracy and consistency of payroll data.
- Responded to questions and concerns from employees about paychecks, deductions, and related matters.
- Ensured full compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including wage and hour laws, resulting in zero penalties.
- Ensured accuracy on biweekly payroll by reviewing and validating time and attendance data, responsible for resolving any discrepancies promptly.
- Correctly processed court-ordered wage garnishments and other deductions according to legal and organizational payroll policies.
- Generated and analyzed payroll reports to provide key insights for business financial planning and decision-making.
- Adept in completion of payroll and workers' compensation audits accurately and within the required time-frame.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Director of Financial Aid (Corporate Trainer)
Kaplan Financial Education
Marietta
06.2006 - 06.2013
- Interviewed mentored and hired new personnel to fulfill various roles within the Finance department.
- Provided financial aid counseling to enrolled and prospective students.
- Trained staff on financial aid systems and customer service best practices.
- Managed student financial aid applications and ensured compliance with federal guidelines.
- Collaborated with academic departments to enhance student awareness of financial aid options.
- Oversaw budget planning for financial aid programs and resource allocation strategies.
- Conducted training sessions for staff members on new systems or procedures relating to financial aid services.
- Monitored changes in legislation that affect the administration of student financial aid programs.
- Coordinated audits conducted by internal and external auditors.
- Authored presentations and documentation for distribution to current and prospective students.
- Reviewed financial aid appeals, issuing secondary and final judgments on award packages.
Education
Real Estate Sales
Barney Fletcher Schools
Atlanta, GA06.2025
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA
Armstrong Atlantic State University
Savannah, GA06-2001
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- HR leadership
- High level of attention to detail
- Recruitment
- Microsoft office proficiency
- BI Reporting/ Payroll Processing
- W-2 Processing
- HRIS management
- Workman's compensation audit
- Employee handbook development
- Performance assessments
- Yearly Payroll Audits
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Business Owner/ Human Resources/ Payroll Manager
Catfish Hox
09.2015 - 07.2025
Director of Financial Aid (Corporate Trainer)
Kaplan Financial Education
06.2006 - 06.2013
Real Estate Sales
Barney Fletcher Schools
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA
Armstrong Atlantic State University
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