Kylee Saunders Email & Phone Number

Coeur D'Alene, Id, Us

London, England, Gb

Support Compensation Director within the assigned Segment/ Geo portfolio, in the design and implementation of broad based compensation initiatives and project work streams ensuring effective solutionsWork with stakeholders and client groups within Segment/ Geo to understand specific/ local comp related issues and situations and develop effective solutionsProvide compensation expertise and training to assigned clients group to ensure all comp related activities are understood and delivered effectively.Manage processes related to compensation changes throughout the year (annual cycle, mid-year, off- cycle), working with assigned client groups, providing advice to ensure an effective process.Oversee benchmarking requests, work with HR and the business to understand requirements, develop correct solutions and QA Analyst work in preparation for delivery to the business.Lead work-streams and projects for Segment/Geo and Global comp related activities and ensure effective implementation.

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

Manage, plan, develop and implement compensation programs across North America.Oversee the annual mutimillion dollar Bonus and Merit processes; including25+ variations of incentive calculated plans. Created and developed compensationphilosophy, leverage to design compensation framework from scratch including job grades,salary ranges, and geo-tiering. Develop strategy for continued Compensation Modules inWorkday. Drive stakeholder conversations for review of recommended budget, programinitiatives and future developments. Review team analysis, make recommendations, andlead strategic initiatives for mergers and acquisitions (M&A)

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

Developed and implemented compensation programs across North America. Createdprocess and procedures to manage the annual Bonus and Merit process. Designed andimplemented Workday Advanced Compensation module. Performed analysis, maderecommendations, and coordinated strategic initiatives for total rewards mergers andacquisitions (M&A). Worked with leaders across functional areas on shared initiatives aroundcompensation, mergers, and total rewards programs.

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

Managed $200M MEWA 401(k) plan, successfully merged eight 401(k) recordkeepers fromprior M&As into one record keeper. Partnered with legal counsel and advisor to design a new401(k) plan document to meet needs of company structure and future growth. Facilitatedparticipation and analysis of annual compensation surveys. Conducted market research tobuild out compensation ranges for positions. Began stages of developing a framework forcompensation structure and philosophy, which didn’t exist prior. Collaborated with theexecutive team(s) of acquired companies to analyze existing data to mitigate risk, determinecost impact of integration, including analysis of employee experience for full total rewardsintegration. Developed and project managed integrations for total rewards team.

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

Managed multiple 401(k) plans/recordkeepers and RRSP providers, each operatingindependently. Maintained compliance for all 401(k), RRSP, US benefits and Canada benefitofferings. Administered fully and self-insured plans for all employees and 1099’s. Completedannual discrimination testing, plan audits and legal filings. Managed and led US and Canadabenefit renewal – managed budget, negotiating of plan rates, designed, and implementedchanges. Collaborated with the executive team(s) of acquired companies to analyze existingdata to mitigate risk, determine cost impact of integration, including analysis of employeeexperience for full total rewards integration. Cultivated and managed relationships with totalrewards suppliers.

Lynnwood, Wa, Us

Lead benefits renewal including RFP review, plan implementation and benefits strategy, anddesign planning. Created and managed paid time off programs based on compliance andvoice of the customer. Subject matter expert for all benefits and stock related items.Administered stock programs, including employee stock purchase and award programs.Troubleshot and analyzed system efficiencies and project managed changes. Designed,built, and analyzed intricate reports to monitor benefit activity and ACA compliance.Managed hours reporting for 10,000 employees, completed 1095C’s and other state specificreporting. Worked with the Executive team and key stakeholders on benefit laws changesand executed the final decision.

Lynnwood, Wa, Us

Subject-matter expert on Health Care Reform (ACA) compliance. Functioned as aday-to-day contact for benefit enrollment and general questions. Ensured compliance withinERISA, HIPAA, IRS and COBRA regulatory guidelines. Identified ways to improve processes andreduce costs in the department. Partnered with employee’s and store team leaders totransfer knowledge of benefit programs. Implemented a new benefit system for the entirecompany. Develop and rolled out communication strategies.

Lynnwood, Wa, Us

Front-line contact to over 300 store and 30 district managers. Addressed all HRIS (UltimateSoftware) inquiries, including onboarding, employee position changes and terminations.Evaluated reports, established goals and created action plans. Fostered collaborative,team-orient relationships. Maintained HRIS and ATS (ADP Workforce Now) systems to ensureproper hiring. Developed new approaches, policies and procedures.

Mill Creek, Wa, Us

Obtained insurance verifications of coverage prior to appointment to ensure no lapse incare. Audited patient charts/files for completion, accuracy, proper authorizations, andresolve any errors. Managed and maintained full schedules for seven therapists, each offeringa unique service. Determined the best physician to meet individuals' recovery needs.

Greet and help customers with requests, answer multi-line phones, answer customer questions, complete rental contracts, handle cash transactions, organize work area, filing, schedule rentals

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Management And Marketing

Bachelors Of Art, Business