Cynthia Anderson
St. Louis MO *****
314-***-**** primary
314-***-**** home
abketc@r.postjobfree.com
I’m seeking a position within Human Resources that will allow me to use my experience to benefit the company.
Professional Experience
Oldcastle Lawn & Garden Manufacturing November 2008 to May 2010
Regional HR Generalist
Recruited for all job openings, implemented training programs, and established safety guidelines
Investigated management and employee complaints by collecting appropriate facts and data
Effectively delivered professional business presentations to all levels
Proven leadership, mentoring experience, and problem solving abilities
Implemented recruiting procedures for internal and external positions
On boarding of 2 plants recently acquired by Oldcastle
Developed guidelines for quarterly drug & alcohol screening
Processed weekly and semi payrolls and quarterly tax filing
Implemented Ultipro as the new payroll system
Conducted Open Enrollment and 401k meetings
Processed medical billing, resolved insurance issues, and responded to employee concerns
Administered 401k, FMLA, Long/Short Term disability programs, and Workers Compensation
Traveled 40% to promote safety and provide training for seven plants
Supervised Admin Assistant and crossed trained temporary staff
Chaired weekly management meetings
Gateway CDI Marketing March 2008 to November 2008
HR Generalist
Audited insurance billing, distributed renewal communication, and coordinated open enrollment
Managed medical, dental, disability plans, Work Comp, EAP, and Wellness programs
Administered 401k plan, conducted discrimination testing, and completed Form 5500
Negotiated benefit renewals, liaison for insurance vendors, TPA’s, and brokers
Full cycle recruiting for Exempt and Non Exempt positions, restructured Employee Handbook
Updated applicable policies and procedures relating to State and Federal revisions
Implemented Gateway U training program and developed an extensive online enrollment system
Processed weekly/semi payroll using Paychex
General Ledger reporting, payroll reconciling, and completed quarterly tax filing
Ensured timely and accurate completion of payroll processing and data entry
Administered attendance program and tracked absences utilizing Paycheck E Service
Responded to payroll questions/concerns, and researched issues to resolve problems
Developed HR Business Plan, goals, and strategies, utilizing SWOT analysis
Conducted weekly orientation, prepared offer letters and benefit packages
Summit Distributing July 2005 to March 2008
Benefits & Compensation Specialist
Recruited for all positions, performed employment testing, and conducted background checks
Investigated union grievances by collecting appropriate facts and data
Coached managers, implemented training programs, and delivered professional presentations
Processed weekly and semi monthly payrolls utilizing ADP
General Ledger reporting, payroll reconciling, and completed quarterly tax filing
Ensured timely and accurate completion of payroll processing, data entry, and Union contract rules
Served as administrator for Kronos and E Time reporting and Attendance program
Responded to payroll questions or concerns, and researched issues to resolve problems
Managed medical, dental, disability, EAP, COBRA, Sec 125, and FMLA
Administered 401k plan, conducted discrimination testing, and completed Form 5500
Negotiated benefit renewals, processed monthly premiums, and resolved benefit issues
Liaison for insurance vendors, TPA, and brokers
Coordinated Work Comp, Safety, OSHA inspections, and enforced DOT guidelines
Investigated work incidents and Chaired Accident Review Panel
Developed job descriptions for new and current positions
Researched salary surveys utilizing the DOL prevailing wage
Conducted efficiency tests to improve productivity
Grace Hill Neighborhood Health Services September 2001 to June 2005
Benefits Administrator
Managed Health and Welfare, 403b, Flex Spending, and Employer Retirement plans
Processed benefit enrollments, changes, and reconciled invoices
Coordinated Work Comp, Unemployment Comp, COBRA, EEOC, ADA, and FMLA
Analyzed cost associated with administration and implementation of new plans
Conducted surveys to determine benefits needs, trends, and cost savings factors
Liaison for insurance vendors, TPAs’, brokers, created RFP’s, and negotiated renewals
Administered 403b plan, prepared reports for the PBGC, and completed form 5500
Addressed benefit concerns, resolved enrollment issues, and used Ceridian to transmit changes
Facilitated safety committee meetings and performed quarterly site inspections
Conducted training sessions on benefits, safety, communication, and office procedures
Prepared Power Point presentations for Open Enrollment
Implemented existing wellness program and developed an emergency evacuation plan
Reviewed SPD for accuracy in association with modifications and compliance
Supervised HR Assistant and coordinated Annual employee programs
Education: Columbia College, BS HR Management
Computer Experience: Ultipro, PeopleSoft, ADP, Ceridian, Excel, Word, Power Point, and Paychex