Bijal Shah

Proven HR Generalist/Advisor/Business Partner with 7+ years of

experience building and engaging high-performing teams. Expertise in recruitment, retention, employee relations, payroll and benefits. Strong communicator and collaborator with a passion for fostering positive work environments.

13638 Flying Squirrel Dr

Herndon, VA 20171

843-***-****

ad4w6m@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bijalsshah9/

EXPERIENCE

GREENPEACE USA, Washington, DC

Senior HR Generalist (contract), (Oct 2023 - Current) Spearheaded the successful transition from Paycom to ADP as the new payroll system for Greenpeace USA. This role encompassed a wide range of responsibilities, ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing for all business units in accordance with internal policies, state and federal laws.

● Payroll Management & Compliance: Maintained meticulous payroll records, processed garnishments and unemployment claims while adhering to relevant regulations.

● Reporting & Reconciliation: Generated and distributed monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reports, handling amendments and reconciliations as needed.

● Audits & Regulations: Supported internal and external audit requests while staying updated on evolving payroll legislation

(FLSA, IRS publications) to maintain compliance.

● System Migration: Led the transition from Paycom to ADP, ensuring a smooth data transfer and user adoption of the new system.

EXPEREO, Reston, VA

HR Generalist / HR Business Partner, (Nov 2019 - Sept 2023)

● Increased employee engagement through strategic retention programs and stay interviews.

● Reduced time-to-hire by implementing effective recruitment strategies.

● Streamlined payroll processing by automating manual tasks. Managed payroll for 80 employees across multiple states in the US.

● Managed recruiting, onboarding and benefits for the employees in the US, Argentina and Brazil.

● Ensured compliance with HR regulations and maintained positive employee relations through effective issue resolution.

● Developed and delivered impactful training programs for HR processes.

● Conducted annual performance reviews, compensation work, coached and guided managers through the process, keeping company goals in mind.

● Managed 401k contributions, including filing 5500 and nondiscrimination testing

Key Skills and Competencies:

● Talent Acquisition:

Sourced & attracted top talent,

reducing time-to-hire.

Implemented effective

recruitment strategies.

Conducted comprehensive

interviews.

● Employee Engagement:

Managed retention programs,

decreasing turnover. Fostered

positive work environments.

Conducted stay interviews,

addressing employee concerns.

● Employee Relations:

Resolved issues effectively &

confidentially. Guided managers.

Maintained positive relations

through open communication.

● Payroll & Benefits:

Ensured accurate & timely

payroll processing. Administered

& maintained benefits programs.

Provided clear communication to

employees.

● Performance Management:

Coordinated reviews &

implemented development

plans.

● Compliance:

Ensured adherence to

employment laws & regulations.

● Data Analysis:

Utilized HR data for informed

decision-making.

BITS, Herndon, VA

HR Generalist (July 2017 - July 2019)

● Recruitment and onboarding: Managed job postings, screened resumes, conducted initial interviews, and coordinated interviews with hiring managers

● Compliance: Ensured that hiring practices, workplace rules, treatment of employees, and other factors comply with relevant laws

● Pay, benefits, and leave: Administered pay, benefits, and leave

● Employee engagement and performance: Listened to employee complaints and seeked solutions, conducted employee evaluations, and came up with ideas to motivate employees

ANGEL HOME HEALTHCARE, Herndon, VA

HR Coordinator, (April 2016 - June 2017)

● Recruitment and onboarding: Managed job postings, screened resumes, conducted initial interviews, and coordinated interviews with hiring managers

● Maintained accurate and timely payroll records for 50 employees.

● Contacting references and performing background checks on applicants

● Informing applicants about position details, including working conditions, benefits and duties

● Conducting employee orientations and processing

paperwork, employment records

EDUCATION

Mumbai University, India

● Bachelor of Commerce, HR, and Economics

SOFTWARE SKILLS:

● Microsoft Office, Visio, Salesforce, ADP Workforce Software

(Payroll), Paycom (Payroll), Sage Software (HRIS), and Success Factor (SAP), Jira (IT ticketing system).

Reference(s): Provided upon request.

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