Training Human Resources

KAREN M. GINGRICH

*** ** ********** ** ******, Kansas 66614 785-***-****(H) (785)

***-****(C) **************@*****.***

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CAREER SUMMARY

Forward-thinking Professional with a verifiable track record of managing

complex projects. Demonstrated ability to complete multi-faceted projects

on-time through superior leadership and organizational skills. Possess well-

developed planning, analytical and problem-solving skills. Develop

expertise and produce immediate contributions in order to add value to the

company. Thrive in a quick-paced, challenging environment. Computer savvy

leader with established experience in multiple applications and operating

systems. Flexible team player eagerly accepting new responsibilities in

order to support corporate-wide goals. Knowledgeable in reporting laws

throughout multiple states plus Canada.

COMPUTER SYSTEMS & APPLICATIONS

Hardware & Operating Systems: IBM I Series or AS/400, Sequel and IIS

Servers

Applications: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, QuickBooks,

AS400 Query writing, Qrep/Impromptu

Report writing, Client Access and .net framework 2.0 applications

CAREER SUCCESSES

Shawnee County - Election Office Topeka, Kansas

Voter Services Assistant (2010 to present)

. Responsible for maintaining database/computer accessibility along with

data and election information maintenance.

. Asist in testing upgrades and new software along with training and

implementation.

. Troubleshoot computer database disruptions. Responsible for overseeing

the duties of two Office Assist positions.

. Responsible for developing Job Procedures.

. Prepare reports on Voter Registration information.

. General office dutes.

Sungard Public Sector - Professional Services Lake Mary, Florida

1998 to 2000;

2003 to 2009

A leading provider of Software Solutions, Consulting Services and

Information Technology Services for Local Governments, Public Safety

Agencies and K to 12 School District.

SENIOR APPLICATION SPECIALIST (2003 to 2009)

. Successfully developed and presented training materials for Payroll,

Payroll Budgeting and HRIS software applications for a broad worldwide

client base, developed classroom instructional training, conducted

webinars and user group presentations according to meet the

specifications of clients, individualized consultations on system

configuration and workflow processes, in addition, conducted RFPs and

business analysis for each client

. Generated new, revised training and created PowerPoint presentations

to improve training processes to clientele

. Achieved effective cross-functional dialogue with Project Managers,

Developers and customer IT staff to ensure the installation and

implementation of software met client specifications

. Demonstrated solid organizational and time management skills while

given free reign over complex projects, maximized customer

satisfaction resulting in increased company revenue from training

course fees, moreover, specifically called upon by new clients to

conduct training

. Displayed well-honed web-based training and .net framework skills,

worked closely with HR system developer on beta testing and created

the HR software manual with supporting documentation

. Continued to be called upon as a system expert, consistently called

from the field to aid other trainers in installing systems and

performing critical technical functions

. Certified in Cognos Impromptu Reporting system and possess solid

understanding of GMBA AP ledger functions

APPLICATION SPECIALIST (1998 to 2000)

. Provided concentrated on-site direct staff training and complete

software set-up for Payroll, Payroll Budgeting and Applicant Tracking

software packages according to the unique needs of each client entity

over the course of six months

. Scrupulously researched client Payroll needs and functions including

number of employees, overtime payment policy, union contract

logistics, personnel rules and regulations, FSLA and EEO4 report

information, job classifications and pay grades in order to create a

unique system that would meet the exact needs of the client

. Trained cross-functional staff members including IT, Department

managers, Finance and HR in order to create a multi-

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CAREER SUCCESSES (cont.)

faceted package which would effectively serve the entity as a whole,

provided additional on-site specialized training at the request of

clients

. Demonstrated well-honed computer technology skills while ensuring

client's operating system met standard requirements necessary to

accommodate the new programs

. Traveled extensively across the world while working remotely for the

Florida office.

Federal Home Loan Bank - Human Resources Topeka, Kansas

2002 to 2003

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

. Maintained employee's payroll records as well as entered employee

hours to process Payroll, conducted ongoing system maintenance,

executed bonus projections and administered benefits information to

employees

. Exemplified superior attention to detail while reconciling

calculations to ensure accuracy

. Demonstrated strong ability to create systems to promote employee

comprehension of payroll and benefit information

. Exemplified superior attention to detail while reconciling

calculations and the general ledger, resulting in increased

accountability and accuracy while completing weekly, monthly,

quarterly and annual reports, as well as 941s and W2s

City of Topeka - Housing & Neighborhood Department Topeka, Kansas

2001 to 2002

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST II (2001 to 2002)

. Directed departmental payroll for a staff of 16, performed Accounts

Payable and collaborated with Department Head to conduct budget

projections for the Housing & Neighborhood Department

. Monitored and regulated federal project grant money spending by the

city to ensure adherence to federal rules and regulations and

completed in-depth Federal Grant reporting

City of Topeka Topeka, Kansas

1987 to 1998

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - Finance Department (1992 to 1998)

. Spearheaded the creation of a new separate Payroll division to oversee

all nuances of the entire payroll system serving 1500 city staff,

performed payroll processing duties, monitored payroll changes and

executed maintenance and system upgrades, ensured monthly, quarterly

and annual Payroll reporting, updated and created Payroll budget

projections

OFFICE SPECIALIST - Human Resource Department (1987 to 1992)

. solid grasp of HR principles while implementing union contract

changes and FLSA rule and regulation changes, worked specifically with

union contracts and completed EEO4 stats and reporting, monitored city-

wide payroll changes, handled union dues and determined eligibility

regarding health insurance changes

. Provided critical unemployment document disclosure in regard to

termination, attended City of Topeka attorneys to hearings to seek on

behalf of the city in regard to unemployment issues

. In addition, conducted New Hire Employee Orientation

. Conducted queries for, reviewed and finalized employee evaluations,

implemented city-wide pay increases

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