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Martha Liverpool

Glen Williams,ON

Summary

Diligent and detail-oriented payroll professional with a solid background in accounting seeking a part-time bookkeeping position. Proven track record of implementing efficient financial systems and processes in various roles including credit manager, payroll manager, and bookkeeper. Experienced in balance sheet reconciliations and adept at gathering data for internal and external auditing purposes. Possesses strong analytical skills and a keen eye for accuracy, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. Excited to leverage my expertise to contribute to the success of your organization.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager, Payroll Controls & Variable Pay Global HR Services Operations & Digitalization

Scotiabank
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead strategic initiatives in management planning and development, elevating the focus towards precise payroll control and optimization of variable pay compensation, including commissions and bonuses
  • Additionally, spearhead comprehensive benefits management and reconciliation efforts, driving impactful results and operational excellence
  • Lead strategic management planning and development initiatives, fostering employee engagement through transparent communication, mentorship programs, and career development opportunities
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, maintaining a safe workplace and providing necessary support for productive relationships
  • Optimize payroll operations to maximize efficiency and accuracy, leveraging team members' potential to drive positive organizational outcomes
  • Oversee benefit management, including yearly reenrollment practices, support and communication
  • Oversee audits and direct engagement with the finance team to safeguard the company interests and financial well-being
  • Ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while optimizing benefits for employees
  • Develop and implement compensation plans tailored to the wealth management sector, aligning with company goals and industry standards to attract and retain top talent
  • Create a dynamic work environment where employees are enthusiastic about their roles, committed to company policies, and motivated to excel.

Director, Support Services North America

Hays Recruitment
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Ensured consistent adherence to lawful directives by upholding firm's moral and ethical standards
  • Pinpointed probable compliance hazards when probing potential business endeavors
  • Annually managed the comprehensive payroll for over 3,000 personnel
  • Simplified the elucidation of payroll queries and challenges by dispensing specialized counsel on payroll nuances to peers and staff
  • Emphasized confidential documentation and adherence to protocols while managing holistic benefits coordination, encompassing RRSP contributions and benefits reconciliations
  • Served as premier liaison for intricate payroll or benefits concerns within the enterprise
  • Spanning both the US & Canada, instituted and executed robust systems, policies, and strategies
  • Serve as the key liaison and subject matter expert for employees seeking guidance on benefits, fostering a culture of support and empowerment
  • Uphold meticulous standards in maintaining comprehensive benefit documentation, streamlining processes to deliver a seamless onboarding experience and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Deployed encryption and protective measures, safeguarding stakeholder privacy through management of classified data
  • Swiftly resolved escalated challenges, demonstrating prowess in initiating process enhancements
  • Bolstered operational prowess by fusing varied software tools, seamlessly championing system integrations and advancement projects
  • Pinpointed and ameliorated any variances through rigorous testing, leading exhaustive systems validation
  • Augmented team versatility and output by multi-skilling existing personnel.

Payroll & Benefits Manager

Trophy Foods Inc.
01.2018 - 08.2019
  • Managed a unionized workforce by adeptly understanding multi-provincial collective agreements
  • Prioritized employee confidentiality and safeguarded payroll information
  • Established robust guidelines and controls for managing confidential personnel records and employee benefit programs
  • Upheld strict adherence to relevant policies, federal/provincial legislation, and collective agreements
  • Seamlessly coordinated benefit system changes for various employee statuses: new hires, modifications, leaves, and terminations
  • Orchestrated Short Term and Long-Term Disability claims, ensuring effective return-to-work plans in alignment with the HR team
  • Punctually delivered audited, balanced, and reconciled payroll journal entries to the Finance Department and external stakeholders, including Unions
  • Spearheaded global expansion initiatives and ensured accurate, compliant Canadian and US payrolls through vigilant oversight of third-party vendors
  • Introduced enhanced payroll efficiencies through technological integration and leadership
  • Cultivated operational consistency by documenting and standardizing internal payroll procedures.

Manager, HR Operations & Payroll

ALLSTATE Canada
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Met tight deadlines through timely reconciliation of all payroll-related balance sheet accounts
  • Delivered precise details on outstanding balances and time-attendance inquiries to the Finance Department
  • Readied Journal Entries for validation and performed requisite balance sheet reconciliations
  • Ensured prompt/precise processing of corrections, adjustments, and credits
  • Accomplished streamlined operations by managing multi-provincial payroll processes — bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls — for over 3,000 individuals across Canada
  • Introduced enhanced efficiency by developing initiatives and crafting reports using multiple platforms
  • Achieved organizational objectives by formulating and enacting Human Resources strategies, ensuring seamless communication with senior management and other departments
  • Improved system and process efficiency by collaborating with internal and external teams for design, implementation, and rollout modifications
  • Enhanced employee skill sets by evaluating performance and providing constructive feedback.

Payroll Manager & Mortgage Administrator

GG Canada
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Accomplished the entire payroll cycle both internally and through third-party providers
  • Executed all payroll-related billings, encompassing benefit carriers, third-party remittances, and other mandatory filings
  • Ensured timely and accurate incentive payments with proper tax and pension deductions
  • Consistently delivered audited, balanced, and reconciled payroll journal entries, furnishing management with quarterly reports and overseeing year-end processes
  • Maintained updated budgets, reporting, and remittances by managing 15 individual stand-alone payroll activities, embracing best practices
  • Advanced legislative compliance by reviewing and refining company payroll systems, offering recommendations, and enacting changes
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by analyzing and optimizing payroll workflow processes
  • Fostered consistent operations by standardizing and documenting internal procedures, including the creation and upkeep of a Payroll Procedure Manual
  • Contributed proactively to the Human Resources department in initiatives and projects influencing payroll.

Other Employment With Related Experience

Accounting
  • General Cashier - 1King West Hotel (2005)
  • Accounts Receivable Supervisor - 1 King West Hotel (2006)
  • Credit Manager - 1 King West Hotel (2007)
  • Bookkeeper - Drywall Canada (2010) Part time
  • Bookkeeper - Md Bespoke clothing company (2012) Part time

Education

PLP Certification Mandatory Courses: Accounting & Finance -

Ryerson University
Toronto, ON

Human Resource Management -

Ryerson University
Toronto, ON

Business Management -

George Brown College
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Payroll Operations Management and Processing
  • Compliance Risk Mitigation
  • Stakeholder Privacy Assurance
  • Comprehensive Financial Oversight
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Invoice Processing
  • Bank Statement Reconciliation
  • Accounts Payable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • MS Office expert
  • Audit preparation

Affiliations

  • Member, National Payroll Institute, since 2009
  • Payroll Compliance Professional (P.C.P) Certified
  • Payroll Leadership Professional (P.L.P), previously C.P.M Certified
  • Candidate for Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Manager, Payroll Controls & Variable Pay Global HR Services Operations & Digitalization

Scotiabank
01.2023 - Current

Director, Support Services North America

Hays Recruitment
01.2019 - 01.2023

Payroll & Benefits Manager

Trophy Foods Inc.
01.2018 - 08.2019

Manager, HR Operations & Payroll

ALLSTATE Canada
01.2018 - 01.2019

Payroll Manager & Mortgage Administrator

GG Canada
01.2012 - 01.2018

Other Employment With Related Experience

Accounting

PLP Certification Mandatory Courses: Accounting & Finance -

Ryerson University

Human Resource Management -

Ryerson University

Business Management -

George Brown College
Martha Liverpool