CHERRA PARKER, SHRM-CP

**** **** ****, *****, ** 77511 713-***-**** ad1jol@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE SUMMARY

Seasoned and proactive professional, reputable in applying effective HR strategies to improve processes, drive productivity, and achieve sustainable growth. Adept at leveraging visionary leadership and best HR practices to deliver business solutions in the areas of HR management, capacity building, and robust personal development programs. Strong knowledge of business administration and operations with a solid background in accounting. Performance-focused individual skilled at analyzing and defining operational requirements and process executing tools, resulting in successful implementation of strategic measures to achieve wider margins. Motivated and hardworking with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, leveraged in building positive business relationships and promoting a cohesive business environment. Strong work ethic and commitment to compliance with codes, regulations and policies.

CORE COMPETENCIES

● Demonstrates strategic and creative thinking, with strong influencing and decision-making skills

● Prioritizes work and projects so HR deliverables and output has the highest impact on the business

● Strong business acumen and consulting skills; experience interpreting and applying regulations

● Adept at managing staff including hiring, orientation, training and development

● Create vision and goals for HR team and inspire and motivate team to achieve excellence

● Design and deliver trainings, and strategic planning sessions to enable business effectiveness

● Skilled in counseling, problems-solving and conflict management to ensure smooth workflow

● Effective verbal and written communication skills with astonishing presentation skills

● Exceptional interpersonal skills and willingness to work with people of diverse background

● Proficient in MS office Suit and knowledgeable of HR Database systems like HRIS SKILLS HIGHLIGHTS

HR Planning & Forecasting Personnel Management Recruitment Strategies Equal Opportunities Facilitation Job Analysis/Job Design Compensation Structuring Workforce Improvements Labor and Employment Laws Payroll Administration Workers Comp Conflict Resolution Performance Appraisals Training & Development Coordination & Collaboration Regulatory Compliance Teamwork Expertise Supervision & Follow-up HR Information Systems RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Associate Director of Human Resources January 2018 – July 2023 Community Health Network

● Plan, direct and supervise all activities relating to the administration and maintenance of payroll and employee benefits programs.

● Develop, administer, and control programs in a way that assures cost-effectiveness, market competitiveness, and employee equity.

● Prepare Solution Architecture Designs for Enterprise Architecture review and approval and outsource work to vendors, as needed.

● Administer benefit programs, such as workers' compensation, unemployment, and retirement plans, including conducting analyses and acting as the principal point of contact with providers.

● Develop, prepare and analyze ongoing and ad-hoc special reports pertaining to employee personnel information and data.

● Assist the HR director in the daily administration of other HR services as directed; recruitment, contracts, EEO compliance etc.

● Write and review policies, conduct interviews, manage staff as well as create and maintain NEO for all staff, students, volunteers.

● Effectively utilize the data processing system to obtain, store and analyze pertinent data and information.

● Determine trends that may have an impact on organizational objectives and/or operational resources. Accounting Manager June 2016 – January 2018

Community Health Network

● Managed relationships with important suppliers to ensure product quality, on-time delivery, and contract compliance.

● Developed and implemented systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying, and reporting financial information, and managing accounting staff.

● Performed full cycle AP, monitored inventory, maintained budgets as well as performed purchasing for the company and 9 departments.

● Prepared detailed, monthly AP reports and accomplished organization mission by completing related results as needed.

● Considered price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support when choosing suppliers and merchandise. Page 1 of 2

● Facilitated any maintenance issues, collected bids, coordinated timeframes, and managed processes. South Texas District Accounts Payable Specialist Aug 2015 – May 2016 Progressive Waste (laid off, company was bought out)

● Issued and monitored purchase orders, including recurring spending for the South Texas Division.

● Researched and resolved accounts payable problems by reconciling the vendor account on the statement again.

● Setup new vendors and p-card/check accounts as well as reconciled and calculated tonnage and yards for 21 landfills.

● Verified vendor accounts, paying vendors, and resolving purchase order, invoice, or payment discrepancies.

● Collaborated with internal departments to gather, analyze, and interpret relevant financial data.

● Utilized Workday systems to validate employee procurement card transactions. Office Manager Aug 2011 – May 2015

Tex-Line, Inc. (company filed bankruptcy)

● Supervised daily office operations for a 5-person team and maintained strong working relationships with the crew.

● Oversaw mentored, trained, and coached office staff and delegated assignments to ensure maximum productivity.

● Prepared and processed weekly payroll as well as maintained all company’s files; including health insurance AR and AP.

● Assisted the CFO with personal document management and calendar organization as well as reported safety reports to OSHA. EDUCATION

Associate Degree in Business Administration May 2019 Alvin Community College – Alvin, TX 77511

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources June 2022 - current Southern Govern University, Online

CERTIFICATIONS

● SHRM Certified Exp: Jan 2025

● HRM Certified Exp: June 2024

● Notary Public Exp: Sep 2024

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

● Reduced medical/dental/BH consumable and durable cost more than 50% by overseeing budget, researching vendors, negotiating pricing and cost comparison

● Create and manage nine separate budgets for departments within organization

● Restructured inventory system for medical/dental/BH departments for greater control of supplies

● Slashed health insurance cost approximately $17k per month by researching the market and engaging with multiple vendors

● Reduced past A/R from $330k to $99k by contacting clients and negotiating new terms and correcting invoicing Page 2 of 2

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