Rebecca E. Martin
Human Resources, Benefits and Payroll
*******.********@*****.*** • 256-***-****
Lebanon, TN
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with expertise and solid history leading human resources, benefits and payroll operations. Skilled at partnering with management and cultivating strong employee relations that maximize company performance. Outstanding communication, detail-oriented, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
Areas of Expertise
Human Resources
Payroll Administration
Team Building & Leadership
Training & Coaching
Federal/State Tax Preparation
State Unemployment Insurance
Payroll Tax Withholding
Employee Relations
Earned Time Off
Payroll Reversals
Applicant Screening & Interviewing
New Hire Paperwork
Applicant Tracking Systems
Accounts Payable
Benefits Administration
Creating a benefits program
Records Management
Accounts Receivable
FMLA
Working with Brokers
Onboarding & Orientation
Employee retention
STD/LTD/LOA
ERISA/5500 Filings/1095-C
Professional Experience
Tritium Technologies, LLC
HR, Payroll and Benefits 09/2022-present
Onboarding of new hires and benefit orientation
Work directly with the HR Team
Manage employees documentation and department files
Work directly with the benefits broker to create a new benefits package
Host open enrollment
Work directly with the Finance manager to assist with payroll as needed
Administer FMLA, STD/LTD and personal leaves
401k administration, ERISA and 1095-C experience
Contact for all benefit programs and liaise with each one as needed
HSA, FSA, Limited Purpose FSA and Dependent Care FSA administration
Weekly meetings with brokers and all carriers to assess any issues
MacLellan Integrated Services 2021-2022
Human Resources/Payroll
Onboarding of new hires
New Hire paperwork including I-9, W-4, A-4
Administer benefits
Initiate all training for new hires
Responsible for processing 2 payrolls
Responsible for all ordering
Conduct business in a professional manner on telephone and in person
Meet with various vendors
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable
Manage all office business and assist contract manager
Track attendance for 22 associates and administer attendance notices as need when directed by policy and corporate HR
Topre America Corporation, Cullman, AL 2020-2021
Payroll & Benefits Coordinator
Work directly with HR, vendors, and carriers on escalated employee issues, including claims resolution.
Liaise with Accounts Payable to process department invoices and set up new vendors.
Assists employees with benefit questions, investigate discrepancies, and provide information in non-routine situations.
Manage employees documentation and department files.
Assist in payroll production for a multistate organization through the processing of bi-weekly payroll schedules for 4 locations encompassing 1800 associates.
Work with Payroll & Benefits Manager to ensure that Topre America policies and programs are compliant with state and local laws and regulations in AL, TN, MS, and OH.
Day-to-day processing of payroll changes to include: employee tax elections, direct deposit adjustments, entering and answering garnishment and child support orders, benefit enrollments, and new hire entries.
Exercises sound judgement and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information, and works effectively under deadline pressure or in unusual or new work situations.
Demonstrates dependability and flexibility such as working off shifts, including overtime and weekend work as needed.
Topre America Corporation, Cullman, AL 2020-2021
Human Resources Coordinator
Maximized team knowledge and productivity by effectively training, monitoring, and directing employees in application of Topre America’s culture by conducting leadership training including benefits, policies and procedures, and prevention of harassment and discrimination.
Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
Coordinated set up of employee surveys through Round Table meetings to improve the corporate culture feedback process.
Participated in continuous improvement process to understand business needs and shortcomings of the existing process.
Maintained effective working relationships with all levels of employees and the public, foster and promote teamwork and maintained a positive working environment with the the Human Resources department.
Coordinated travel and lodging arrangements for out of state associates.
Participated in monthly All Associate Meetings to inform employees of the Cullman facility’s turnover and attendance achievements, and make any announcements for new or upcoming changes.
Athens Limestone Hospital, Athens, AL 2018 – 2020
Payroll Coordinator
Oversee biweekly payroll processing for more than 950 employees at the hospital. Calculate and submit payment of payroll withholding taxes, pay state unemployment insurance, enter payroll deductions and credits, record tax withholding information and direct deposit information for new hires, and track payroll hours related to COVID-19. Assist Accounting with bank reconciliations. Produce bi-weekly productivity report for Accounting Manager. Fidelity funding and submission of quarterly 941 tax filings and monthly state withholding filings and SUI. Proficient with Kronos and Lawson.
●Maintained zero errors in payroll administration.
●Managed payroll and entered earned time off for all staff doctor contracts.
Metro Body Shop, Athens, AL 2011 – 2018
Human Resources Administrator/Business Office Manager
Directed human resources and office management for auto body repair business. Screened and tracked job applicant resumes, entered applicant information into a database system, maintained applicant tracking system, coordinated telephone and in-person interviews, and organized new hire paperwork. Processed payroll, calculated, and submitted withholding taxes for state, city, and federal taxes. Submitted workers’ compensation payments. Determined state, city, and county sales tax. AR/AP and billing knowledge.
●Produced weekly timesheets for nine employees using QuickBooks.
●Performed timely and accurate payroll processing, data entry, and report generation.
Bojangles, Athens, AL 2009 – 2011
Assistant Manager
Headed all aspects of operations management for a popular restaurant. Fostered good employee relations and communications, cultivated a positive work environment, and provided leadership for all front of the house and back of the house teams. Trained and coached team members.
●Recognized for ensuring customer satisfaction.
Lowe’s Home Improvement, Owens Cross Roads, AL 2007 – 2008
Human Resources Manager
Headed human resources operations. Spearheaded staff training and new hire orientations, performed benefits administration, monitored performance management, led safety/recreation programs, and oversaw employee relations issues. Developed solutions for understaffing issues, resolve employee disputes, administered disciplinary actions and, performed employment terminations when necessary.
●Delivered monthly training/safety training for 132-person staff.
●Fostered collaborative relationships among staff by leading a two-day staff orientation and training program.
●Developed and implemented compensation and benefits programs to be competitive and maintain compliance with laws and regulations.
Additional Experience
Assistant Manager, Goody Family Clothing, Athens, AL
Veteran Service Officer, State of Alabama Department of Veteran Affairs, Athens, AL
Dental Technician, US Navy, Charleston, SC
Awards
The National Society of Leadership and Success (Presidential Member)
Omega Nu Lambda National Honor Society
Education
Master of Business Administration in Human Resources
Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL
Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management and Business Management with Minor in Finance
Athens State University, Athens, AL
Technical Proficiencies: QuickBooks, Kronos, Donor Perfect, VMWare, Raiser’s Edge, Lawson, EFTPS, ADP, Microsoft Office.