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• Lead the implementation and optimization of HRIS and payroll systems, resulting in an increase in processing efficiency and accuracy.• Manage end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-location organization with 330+ employees managing a $50M annual payroll budget.• Spearhead the development and execution of comprehensive HR programs, including compensation, benefits, and leave; performance and talent management; and recognition and morale.• Development and implementation of policies and procedures.• Manage employee relations issues and providing strategic guidance to senior management.• Lead comprehensive compliance reporting initiatives, overseeing the timely preparation and submission of EEO-1, AAP, Vets-4212, and other mandatory reports, ensuring 100% adherence to federal and state regulations while implementing process improvements that reduced reporting time.• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations as well as knowledge of trends, best practices, and new technologies.

• Oversight of payroll and human resource functions for the Division of Research.• Administered and conducted regular audits and reconciliations of personnel and payroll documentation.• Facilitated the hiring process for new hires fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.• Partnered with department heads to address personnel issues, optimize workforce planning and recruitment strategies.

• Monitor payroll and human resource functions of Division of Research- Central• Conduct audits of payroll paperwork to include: timesheets, paychecks, payroll reports, and Personal Action Requests (PARs).• Administer personnel and payroll activities including salary reallocation process• Review, researches, and corrects various Human Resources reports, payroll reports, and financial reports• Compile, review and submit documentation required for hires, terminations, and position changes• Answer employee questions and act as the liaison between departments and central HR• Facilitate the hiring process for new hires efficiently and accurately• Post and adjust job postings; disposition candidates as requested by management• Assist department staff with personnel issues and maintains personnel files• Ensure compliance with the university policies and procedures

• Spearheaded the implementation of a new HRIS system from PEO, training staff and ensuring seamless adoption • Managed execution of biweekly and semimonthly payrolls.• Led the company's ACA reporting and compliance efforts.• Management of comprehensive benefits administration for 500+ employees.• Executed recruitment strategies for management positions across 10+ locations

• Process bi-monthly payroll and auditing timecards• Track and record attendance, vacation and sick pay for 120+ employees• Maintain an up to date extensive calendar of events including training, meetings, etc.• Assist in auditing daily ticket sales, receipts and deposits• Supervise employee documentation and termination• Verify cash deposits• Monitor expenses and reconcile monthly credit card statements and petty cash• Complete and send accounts payable vouchers• Direct calls on a multi-line phone system and screen customer calls• Provide phone interviews and schedule in person interviews• Complete background checks for all new employees• Manage new employment paperwork and government forms• Maintain an organized office; weekly office supply order• HIPPA compliant with employee and patient confidentiality• Supervise documentation and termination of employees • Respond to unemployment claims in a timely manner• Complete all workplace injury reports and all appropriate OSHA forms