Rose Hill, KS ***** 316-***-**** (cell) LeAnn R. Esslinger
Objective To obtain a position with a professional company
for a long term commitment.
Experience 7/2013-8/2014 Green Acres Market/GA Corp, Inc
Human Resources Manager
Assisted in the implementation of the ADP Workforce
Now Payroll platform for current 3 stores and
prepare for the addition of 5 new stores.
Developed and revised Employee Handbook, and
provided insight on developing a Policy and
Procedure Handbook for store managers.
Implemented an entire benefit package from scratch,
including Health Insurance, Vision Insurance,
Dental Insurance and a supplemental line.
Performed benefit meetings for all 8 stores to
explain new benefits and prompt enrollment.
In charge of recruiting for all 8 stores, including
placing ads, reviewing applicants, conducting
interviews, administering ability and personality
testing.
Assisted ownership and store managers on HR issues
and disciplinary procedures. Also conducted
investigations in regards to harassment issues.
Maintained Worker's Comp claims and OSHA Reporting
procedures.
Performed yearly Worker's Compensation Audit.
4/2006-6/2013 A.G. Hospitality Management Services,
LLC
Director of Human Resources/Executive Administrator
Maintained all payroll records for up to 300
employees and 9 properties in ADP Workforce Now.
Screened all new employees through E-Verify and ADP
Screening.
Held a key role in negotiating rates and plan
levels for employee benefits programs that were
both pleasing to employees and ownership. Performed
Open Enrollment Benefit meetings at all properties
annually and assisted employees with Benefit issues
throughout the year.
Assisted property managers with HR issues and
disciplinary procedures. Also conducted
investigations in regards to harassment issues.
Developed and maintained employee handbook and
policy and procedures manual, kept all company
forms updated and posted on company intranet.
Held a key role in negotiating property insurance
policies for all entities, including Package,
Umbrella, Auto, General Liability, Employer
Practices Liability and Worker's Compensation.
Maintained Worker's Comp claims and OSHA Reporting
procedures.
Performed yearly Worker's Compensation Audit.
Held a key role in setting up and implementing a
new Accounting software program. Trained all
property managers on use of new system.
At different times was responsible for all Accounts
Payable accounts for up to 9 properties.
Maintained all aspects of the office. Kept
supplies ordered, maintenance issues scheduled and
systems updated.
2/2005-4/2006
PowderTech, LLC
Accounting Manager
Posted daily hours reports for all divisions of
labor. Prepared payroll reports for all employees
and maintained accurate Human Resources files.
Assisted Corporate Benefits Administrator in
communicating updated benefits information and
assisted on site employees with their benefits
questions.
Maintained Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
accounts to ensure company's financial security and
protect against delinquency status.
Maintained all Liability, Expense and Asset account
ledgers to produce accurate P&L reports and analyze
company's growth and viability.
Worked with General Manager to implement job
costing procedures as well as many other company
operating procedures.
Worked with plant Engineer to assure OSHA
compliance and to oversee that safety regulations
were being met by all personnel.
5/2001-1/2005 Four Points by Sheraton Wichita
Airport
Accounting Manager/Director of Human Resources
Maintained all personnel files. Developed
standardized forms to be used to accurately collect
employee data.
Calculated weekly time cards and Input payroll
hours and deductions for all employees.
Developed a new handbook to be used by all
employees with current and up to date procedures
and policies.
As Group Administrator I negotiated the best rates
for benefits and worked with several companies to
establish a respectable benefits package that was
pleasing to the employees, as well as the
ownership.
Assisted all levels of management with disciplinary
procedures.
Maintained Accounts Receivable accounts to ensure
the hotel's financial security.
Maintained Accounts Payable accounts to protect the
hotel from delinquency status and to properly
budget future expenses.
Input General Ledger entries for P&L production.
Assisted with yearly budgets and produced monthly
reports to document actual to budget numbers.
Reviewed monthly Starwood Guest Satisfaction Index
reports for strengths and weaknesses in the daily
operations.
3/1999-5/2001 Clarion Hotel Airport Wichita, KS
Sales Administrator/Executive Assistant/ Human
Resources Administrator
Set up a trace file system in sales department to
properly track customer correspondence.
Set up organized filing system for all Sales
accounts.
Calculated weekly time cards and input payroll and
deductions for all employees.
Maintained all personnel files and acted as Group
Administrator for benefits administration.
Assisted General Manager in daily duties as
required.
11/1998-2/1999 Husch & Eppenberger Wichita, KS
Legal Secretary
Performed dictation for Partner, 2 associates and 3
legal assistants.
Submitted billable hours for Partner
Maintained all appointments and tasks for Partner
Submitted expense reports for Partner
Created legal pleadings to be filed with the proper
court.
Processed incoming mail and dispersed to Partner
and appropriate personnel.
6/1987-10/1998 Wal-Mart Stores Inc./Sam's Club
Wichita, KS
Outside Sales/Department Manager/Cashier
Increased club membership through outside sales
calls
Developed direct mail procedures to assist in
reaching non-club members to promote membership and
to existing members to increase sales and revenue.
Managed Jewelry Department from 1994-1996.
Supervised 8 employees and budgeted and maintained
their payroll.
Kept daily reporting figures to meet and exceed
budget.
Trained personnel on new payroll/scheduling system
throughout district.
Education 1998 Emporia State University Emporia, KS
Certification course for Certified Legal Assistant.
1988-1991
Full-time studies toward BS in Medical Technology
1993-1996
Part-time studies towards BS in Biology with minor
in Chemistry.
Interests I enjoy challenging opportunities to increase
sales, morale, and overall company performance.
References:
Available upon request.