Efficient and Dedicated HR and Payroll Specialist with almost 5 years of experience and advanced proficiency in ADP workforce management, Dayforce, Powerpay and Benefits Administration. Seeking to leverage my expertise in tax compliance and process automation to streamline payroll and HR operations. Proficient in electronic records, strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll and Benefits Administrator
Closer to Home Community Services
11.2023 - Current
PROCESS BI-WEEKLY FOR EMPLOYEES AND MONTHLY PAYROLL FOR FOSTER PARENTS
ENTERING NEW HIRES IN THE PAYROLL SYSTEM BEFORE EACH PAY CYCLE
REVIEW AND IMPORT HOURS FROM TIME AND ATTENDANCE DOCUMENTATION, ENTERING TAX AND DIRECT DEPOSIT INFORMATION, ADMINISTRATING REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS IN PAYROLL SYSTEM
IMPLEMENT AND MAINTAIN PAYROLL BEST PRACTICES TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY AND WEEKLY CONSULTATION WITH THE HUMAN RESOURCES TEAM TO ENSURE ACCURATE PAYROLL AND BENEFITS PROCESSES IN EACH PAY CYCLE
EVALUATE AND IMPLEMENT PAYROLL/BENEFITS SYSTEMS UPGRADES AND CHANGES
TERMINATING EMPLOYEES FROM BENEFITS SOFTWARE AFTER CONSULTING WITH HR
MAINTAIN EMPLOYEE AND INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RECORDS ON THE PAYROLL SYSTEM
COORDINATE WITH THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATORS TO MANAGE BENEFIT CLAIMS ACCORDING TO THEIR SENIORITY LEVEL IN THE COMPANY
PROVIDE ORIENTATION FOR NEW HIRES TO ENTER THEIR TIME USING DAYFORCE IN A TIMELY MANNER FOR PAYROLL PROCESSING
REMINDER EMAILS SENT OUT ON CUT OFF FRIDAY TO ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES RECORDED THEIR TIME
UPDATING ALL EMPLOYEES SALARY INCREMENTS IN THE PAYROLL SYSTEM
PROCESSING SHORT TERM AND LONG TERM DISABILITY CLAIMS
Administrative HR Assistant
ITN Logistics
03.2022 - 10.2023
REVIEWING PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS AND OTHER REPORTS, CREATING SUMMARIES FOR HR MANAGERS AND DIRECTORS
NOTIFYING EMPLOYEES WHO NEED CONTINUING EDUCATION ON THE JOB TRAINING ABOUT UPCOMING WORKFLOWS OR DEADLINES TO RENEW LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS
HELPING HR MANAGERS AND DIRECTORS TO DECIDE WHAT SALARIES TO OFFER NEW HIRES
IMPLEMENTING COMPANY PROGRAMS TO INCREASE MORALE, SUCH AS BONUSES OR REWARDS FOR TOP PERFORMERS
ENTERING DATA INTO HR DATABASES
TRACKING THE ATTENDANCE OF EMPLOYEES AND THEIR USE OF VACATION AND SICK DAYS
Payroll and HR Assistant
D&W Forwarders Inc.
07.2020 - 01.2022
Processing bi-weekly full cycle payrolls for employees accurately and on time using dynamics software
Process new hires, employee life cycle changes, terminations and Roe's required
Administrate garnishes, employee receivables and receiver general
Compile and prepare weekly payroll reports for management and data entry
Point of contact for all payroll stakeholders responding to payroll and benefits-related inquiries
Review and ensure accuracy of approved time and attendance
Collaborate with payroll team members to problem solve, build efficiencies, and improve workflow
Maintain payroll sops for efficient workflow
Benefits administration including enrolments, life changes, terminations, account balancing and reconciliations
Knowledge of legislation and employment standards as it applies to payroll
Administrative HR Assistant
Whole Leaf Inspired
10.2019 - 04.2020
Respond to or refer questions from internal and external customers
Routine incoming and outgoing mail correspondence
Answer telephone calls, takes and delivers messages
Organize and maintain routine and confidential employee files and other records as required
Accurate and timely payroll administration for packing facility hourly employees, using MS Office and inhouse software (including Day Force and dynamics)
Daily Administration and attendance within Dayforce
Weekly inventory check for employees
Preparing weekly employee schedule with Dayforce
Provide new employees with an explanation of benefits and instruct them enrollment with orientation
Administrative COBRA, LOA's, FMLA usage and other issues as required
Assist employees with enrolling in medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Consult with employees about eligibility and other issues
Review Bi-weekly payroll deductions and answer payroll questions
Ensuring background and reference checks are completed
Process new hires and enrollments quickly and accurately
Cooperate with other HR professionals when required
Order office supplies and completion of other HR office responsibilities as assigned
Completing termination paperwork and assisting with exit interviews
Concierge
Manulife
03.2019 - 03.2019
Provide support to Manulife in coordinating and monitoring their schedule and emails
Provide any other administrative support to office requires
Ensures completion of paperwork related to effective payment of invoices
Provide information to clients and process arrival and departure of employees
Responds to a variety of enquiries, and provides information to a wide variety of internal and external clients by phone, mail, email, and chat
Provide excellent services to clients or customers
Concierge
06.2016 - 03.2019
Provided support to client in coordinating and monitoring their schedule and emails
Provided any other administrative support to office requires
Responded to a variety of enquiries, and provides information to a wide variety of internal and external clients by phone, mail, email, facsimile and chat
Provided information to clients and process arrival and departure of employees
Dispatch and Administrative Assistant
Wal-Mart Logistics
01.2014 - 06.2016
Collect payments and deposits and collect on outstanding accounts
Enter Quotations and manage the Quotations process, liaising with Project Management and Sales as required
Responded to a variety of enquiries, and provides information to a wide variety of internal and external clients by phone, mail, email, facsimile and chat
Utilized shipping and receiving tool for store replenishment
Coordinated loading schedules
Administrative Assistant - Practicum
Centre for Newcomers
02.2010 - 09.2011
Responded to a variety of enquiries, and provides information to a wide variety of internal and external clients by phone, mail, email, facsimile and chat
Successfully scheduled all meetings and appointments
Provided services to clients or customers
Education
Diploma - Business Administration
CDI College
Calgary, AB
01.2011
High school Diploma -
James Fowler High School
Calgary, AB
01.2009
Skills
Effective communication
Benefits administration expertise
Enrollment procedures
Engagement activities
Languages
English
Full Professional
Professional Development
Service Excellent Course, 2019
Dealing with Difficult People, 2019
Whim (Occupational Health and Safety), 2019
Timeline
Payroll and Benefits Administrator
Closer to Home Community Services
11.2023 - Current
Administrative HR Assistant
ITN Logistics
03.2022 - 10.2023
Payroll and HR Assistant
D&W Forwarders Inc.
07.2020 - 01.2022
Administrative HR Assistant
Whole Leaf Inspired
10.2019 - 04.2020
Concierge
Manulife
03.2019 - 03.2019
Concierge
06.2016 - 03.2019
Dispatch and Administrative Assistant
Wal-Mart Logistics
01.2014 - 06.2016
Administrative Assistant - Practicum
Centre for Newcomers
02.2010 - 09.2011
Diploma - Business Administration
CDI College
High school Diploma -
James Fowler High School
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