SANDRA HARRIS
Saint-Polycarpe,QC
Summary
Experienced and responsive human resources business partner with a comprehensive background in all aspects of HR, including labor law compliance, employee relations, and performance management. Adept at providing guidance and support to business owners and managers of small to mid-size companies. Excels in understanding specific business requirements and forging authentic relationships as a trusted partner. Track record demonstrates a proven ability to mentor and assist employers, ensuring their success in meeting organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resource Business Partner
Toromont CAT
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Worked with the upper management in the heavy equipment Quebec division with creating strategic ways to improve employee and leadership relationships.
- Assisted with goal setting, achieving objectives, building development plans and adjusting policies where needed.
- Partnered with senior leaders on organizational development initiatives for continued growth.
- Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
- When needed, assisted with the interviewing process for certain candidates.
- Conducted exit interviews with employees leaving company to gauge areas of success and opportunities for improvement.
- Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues.
- Maintained confidential nature of employee and company proprietary and privileged information used or observed in course of performing job duties.
- Developed and delivered special events for company employees. (Committee member of the companies Social Club)
- Advised senior management on organizational development and change management initiatives.
Human Resource Generalist
Tenaquip Limited
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Advanced from a Human resource coordinator role to a generalist role in March of 2022
- I assisted in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of new employees for the company's warehouse
- Responsibilities include but were not limited to; responding to internal and external inquiries, maintaining records of personnel-related data, provide administrative support to employees, assist with performance management procedures, and back-up to payroll
- Provided leader with guidance on development opportunities, and performance management
- Met with staff to resolve difficult situations related to performance and conflict management.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased operational efficiency through the development of standard operating procedures.
- Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
- Also, assisted in the implementation of an HRIS.
Payroll Coordinator
Tenaquip Limited
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Processed semi-monthly payroll for approximately 450 employees using ADP payroll software
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Entered new hires, terminated employees, calculated taxable benefits, process payroll journal entries and complete payroll reports after each pay
- Implemented new hire procedure for individuals coming from an agency, evaluated and redid the process for monthly commission reports, worked on more importing and less manual, as well as finding ways to digitalize and have less paper.
- Maintained compliance with federal and provincial regulations by staying up-to-date on labor laws and tax codes related to payroll.
- Ensured accurate payroll disbursements by closely monitoring tax deductions, benefit deductions, and garnishments.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
Payroll Coordinator
Battlefield Equipment (A division of Toromont Industries)
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Processed biweekly payroll for approximately 300 employees using Ceridian, a payroll software.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
- Entered new hires, terminated employees, calculated taxable benefits as well as handle benefits and insurance applications.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information by adhering to strict data protection policies and procedures.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Was a project lead in the implementation of a new HR and payroll system with Ultipro (12 to 18 months ongoing project).
- From November 2017 to March of 2019 was with the Toromont Cat Division and then transferred to Battlefield Equipment (sister division, same position)
Executive Administrative Assistance
Caligiuri, CPA
02.2012 - 11.2017
- Handle multiple companies' monthly bookkeeping, DAS, GST and QST remittances as well as prepared their annual financial statements.
- Processed payroll for several of the companies as well as prepared personal and business tax returns in tax preparation software's for the accountants to review.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Prepared tax returns according to government regulations and requirements.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
- Utilized tax software to prepare returns and meet deadlines.
- Assisted the owner in any administrative duties, human resource functions, and processed the company's receivables and payables.
- Drafted professional correspondence on behalf of executive, fostering strong relationships with clients.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
Education
No Degree - CRHA Exam
Ordre Des Conseillers En Ressources Humaines Agréé
Montreal Quebec03.2023
Human Resource Management -
McGill University
01.2022
Canadian Payroll Practitioner -
Canadian Payroll Association
01.2019
Accounting 1 - Work development course -
John Abbott College
01.2014
BA Major in Sociology -
Concordia University
01.2013
Skills
- Communication
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-Solving
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Employee Relations
- Organizational Development
- Talent management
- Succession Planning
- Optimizing performance
- HR policies development
Activities
I am a people person; therefore, I love anything that gets me involved in activities that are either work related or for personal events. I have volunteered throughout the years with various groups such as meals on wheels, a big sister with a youth from the Batshaw Youth Center and a volunteer at the walk for autism. I also love learning new things and am always eager to take a course to further my career.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Certification
- CHRP - Certified Human Resources Professionals
- PCP - National Payroll Institute
Timeline
Human Resource Business Partner
Toromont CAT
03.2023 - 09.2024
Human Resource Generalist
Tenaquip Limited
03.2020 - 03.2023
Payroll Coordinator
Tenaquip Limited
08.2019 - 03.2020
Payroll Coordinator
Battlefield Equipment (A division of Toromont Industries)
11.2017 - 08.2019
Executive Administrative Assistance
Caligiuri, CPA
02.2012 - 11.2017
No Degree - CRHA Exam
Ordre Des Conseillers En Ressources Humaines Agréé
Human Resource Management -
McGill University
Canadian Payroll Practitioner -
Canadian Payroll Association
Accounting 1 - Work development course -
John Abbott College
BA Major in Sociology -
Concordia University
- CHRP - Certified Human Resources Professionals
- PCP - National Payroll Institute
Similar Profiles
William LauzonWilliam Lauzon
MINING APPLICATION SPECIALIST at Toromont CATMINING APPLICATION SPECIALIST at Toromont CAT
Allison DeveauAllison Deveau
Customer Experience Leader at Toromont CatCustomer Experience Leader at Toromont Cat
Alexander MapepaAlexander Mapepa
Heavy Equipment Mechanic at TOROMONT CATHeavy Equipment Mechanic at TOROMONT CAT