Versatile and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist with 8+ years experience in HR, Payroll and accounts payable. Proven expertise in onboarding, employee relations, and conflict resolution for over 200 employees across multiple companies. Demonstrated leadership in managing payroll processes and vendor relations, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Skilled in utilizing advanced software tools for data management and reporting, driving organizational success in dynamic environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Generalist
Real Services, Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decisionmaking.
Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Pratt Intermodal Chassis, LLC
01.2022 - 06.2023
Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
Assisted with month-end and year-end closings to support accounting system accuracy.
Bookkeeper
City of Buchanan
05.2021 - 01.2022
A/P, invoicing, billing and collections.
Certified and processed payroll, electronic deposits and pay adjustments while distributing checks.
Maintained current understanding of state and federal accounting procedures to prevent legal or compliance issues.
Performed bi-weekly payroll and coordinated record keeping.
Tracked employee time and attendance for payroll.
Resolved vendor and employee inquiries about invoices and purchases quickly through research.
Prepared payroll reports and examined payroll register to detect errors and improve accounting accuracy.
Managed employee benefits, workers' compensation, health and pension programs and 401K plans.
Sent copies of invoices and statements to customers to facilitate payment of outstanding invoices.
Accounts Payable Specialist, HR & Payroll
Network Management/Direct Line Communications, Inc
01.2013 - 12.2020
Verified, classified, computed, posted and recorded accounts payable data and reconciled daily totals to confirm proper accounting.
Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
Prepared and updated vendor files, tax documents and insurance information.
Maintained current understanding of state and federal accounting procedures to prevent legal or compliance issues.
Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
Processed rehires, transfers, terminations, garnishments and withholdings.
Corrected payroll transactions by voiding checks and issuing stop payment orders.
Enforced established payroll-related policies, procedures and regulations and adherence to company and governmental policies.
Supervised proper processing of garnishments, offered child support and distributed wage assignments.
Reviewed, investigated and corrected errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
Followed IRS guidelines and state regulations when submitting payroll taxes.
Managed payroll and time and attendance systems.
Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and timekeeping.
Stayed current on multi-state and local tax laws and remedied changes immediately.
Education
SHRM Certification Prep. -
IUSB
High School Diploma -
Laville Jr-Sr High School
Lakeville, IN
Skills
Date Entry, Human Resources, Payroll, Payroll Taxes, Management, Benefit Administration, Union Reporting, Accounts Payable Knowledge of various Computer software
Interests
Motorcycles, hiking, gardening and volunteering (primarily focused on the homeless community)
References
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Human Resource Generalist
Real Services, Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
Pratt Intermodal Chassis, LLC
01.2022 - 06.2023
Bookkeeper
City of Buchanan
05.2021 - 01.2022
Accounts Payable Specialist, HR & Payroll
Network Management/Direct Line Communications, Inc