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Zeinam Hama Soumana

Montreal,QC

Summary

Experienced Payroll Implementation Specialist at ADP Canada, specializing in project management and client relationship management. Proven track record in payroll administration and system implementation, facilitating seamless transitions and achieving high client satisfaction. Strong problem-solving abilities and multilingual skills enhance project planning and execution.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Payroll Implementation specialist

ADP Canada
01.2024 - Current
  • As a senior payroll implementation specialist, I work closely with clients to develop a clear picture of their business operations and determine the timeline to implement payroll system and appropriate modules for their company.
  • Internally I am also the implementation project manager and am responsible for the planning, management and completion of the project within designated timeline while maximizing client satisfaction.
  • Supporting clients with system implementation for the payroll module.
  • Keep up to date with new functionality and upgrades to ensure our clients are receiving the best advice.
  • Assisting clients to plan for, prepare and cleanse payroll data prior to migration between systems.
  • Perform complete data transformation prior to migration into the new solution.
  • Provide expertise in specialist payroll configuration areas.
  • Plan and develop project scope and lead the team.
  • Monitor project progress, evaluate project performance and set deadlines.
  • Overcome obstacles that arise and ensure client satisfaction.

Accounting and Payroll Technician

CM LABS Simulations Inc
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • As an Accounting and Payroll specialist I was responsible for the following tasks, but not limited to:
  • Enter invoices into the accounting system (NetSuite).
  • Maintain current invoices daily and ensure the accuracy of their processing and verification.
  • Obtain necessary approvals and ensure invoices are paid according to standards and in a timely manner.
  • Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements and follow up on any missing invoices.
  • Verify timekeeping records and consult with employees regarding any discrepancies.
  • Full Cycle Payroll processing (every 15 days) for employees both in Canada and in the USA.
  • Maintain Employee records, various benefits and payroll settings.
  • Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual Reports.
  • Maintain compliant policies and procedures for processing payroll.
  • Reconcile inter-company accounts and accounts payables.
  • Prepare documentation for several grants and Financing.
  • Reconcile Corporate Credit cards monthly.
  • Issue monthly reports and maintain monthly analysis of multiple accounts.
  • Assist and support month-end and year-end close and entries.

Account payable specialist

Kiewit Business services
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • As an accounts payable specialist at Kiewit, I followed established processes and procedures to communicate exceptions and collaborated with internal and external customers to resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Made sure that COI were compliant with subcontracts agreement and reached out to vendors when corrections were needed.
  • Researched quality or compliance issues and recommend changes for improvements.
  • Managed and address cases related to Subcontracts utilizing the Service Now system.
  • Provided excellent customer service to internal and external customers to resolve issues in a timely manner, promoted a sense of urgency toward business-critical issues and performed other job-related tasks as needed or assigned.

Insurance Sales agent

Symmetry Financial Group
06.2020 - 08.2021
  • As a life insurance agent, I thoroughly researched and analyzed insurance policies and arranged insurance policies in an understandable fashion.
  • Identified risk management strategies, handled policy renewals, tracked claims and overseed a portfolio of clients.
  • Approached clients via cold calling and direct mail to enquire about their insurance situation and their future needs and promoted new insurance policies to existing customers.

Finance Internship

China National petroleum Corporation
Niamey, Niger
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • As a financial Intern at CNPC, I supported the organization while gaining practical experience in the financial industry.
  • Was responsible for generating and analyzing reports, taking notes during meetings, preparing statements, and entering data.
  • Completed administrative work while observing different aspects of accounting, Finance, financial reporting, and Tax accounting.
  • Conducted early financial analysis and modelling, industry research and prepared written materials and presentation slides.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Nebraska at Omaha
05.2021

Associate degree - Business administration

Metropolitan Community college
01.2019

Skills

  • Multilingual proficiency (English, French, Hausa, Fulani, Zarma)
  • Effective communication
  • Leadership skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Organizational abilities
  • Time management
  • Work ethic
  • Analytical thinking
  • Project planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Project management
  • Payroll administration
  • System implementation
  • Client relationship management

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Cooking
  • Cinema
  • Soccer
  • Travelling and learning about different cultures and traditions

Timeline

Senior Payroll Implementation specialist

ADP Canada
01.2024 - Current

Accounting and Payroll Technician

CM LABS Simulations Inc
11.2022 - 12.2023

Account payable specialist

Kiewit Business services
08.2021 - 12.2021

Insurance Sales agent

Symmetry Financial Group
06.2020 - 08.2021

Finance Internship

China National petroleum Corporation
06.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Nebraska at Omaha

Associate degree - Business administration

Metropolitan Community college