Nicole L. Jackson
Rancho Mission Viejo, CA ***** 949-***-**** ************@***.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Analytical, collaborative, and dynamic leader with an impressive employment history of managing multiple priorities, building strong business partnerships, and providing optimal leadership and support to staff. Dedicated professional who can implement process improvement strategies, analyze detailed reports to resolve issues and cultivate a positive and inclusive work environment. Areas of Expertise
Accounting & Finance Human Resources Employee Relations General Ledger Accounts Payable & Receivable
Benefits Administration Payroll Staff Recruitment Employment Laws Performance Management Cross Functional Collaboration Strategic Planning Project Management Process Improvement HRIS & HRMS
HIPPA Compliance & Accreditation Workers’ Comp & Corporate Insurance ACA Compliance EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Independent Consultant, HR & Finance Nicole Jackson Accounting and Administrative Services Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 2015 – Current
• Manage all aspects of general bookkeeping including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Month End, Reporting etc.
• Oversee health and dental insurance, employee renewals, COBRA; Sustain strong relationships with insurance brokers
• Manage all aspects of companies’ workers’ compensation, from compliance to annual renewal premiums and Loss Control Presentation
• Develop new policies and procedures for workers compensation claims, OSHA compliance and relations for the company
• Prepare and submit first and second round PPP loans Supervisor, Payroll – HR Administration Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc. Irvine, CA 2022 – Current
• Responsible for developing and maintaining the payroll system while conducting bi-weekly and semi- monthly payrolls for all Hyundai GLOVIS locations (6) in the continental United States
• Verify, calculate, and post employee time and attendance data and earnings including base pay, overtime, shift differential and other incentives
• Verify attendance, hours worked, and pay adjustments, implementing corrective action for any variances
• Process individual salary/wage or other changes affecting employee payroll status including new hires, transfers, terminations, paid or unpaid leaves of absence, and related actions
• Monitor payroll expenditures to ensure appropriate account charges, while identifying and implementing corrective action for any variances
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal wage laws
• Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential
• Manage 1 direct report
Manager, Payroll – Corporate Finance & Benefits Administration Parentis Health Laguna Hills, CA 2018 – 2020
• Oversaw payroll processes for all locations (7) in California; Reviewed timesheets to ensure the information was accurate and consistent with actual hours worked by employees
• Audited payroll reports; Prepared payroll files; Collaborated with all levels of management; Assisted with internal/external audits to provide payroll data
• Assisted with special projects; Understanding of DOL & EEOC; Managed HR compliance and ACA reporting
• Managed garnishments, benefits, employment verifications, vacation accruals to ensure compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws
Nicole L. Jackson
Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694 949-***-**** ************@***.*** Director, Finance & Human Resources Medequip, Inc. Aliso Viejo, CA 2007 – 2014
• Grew the company from 15 employees to 50+; Effectively supported and sustained rapid company multi- state expansion and operations
• Managed 2 direct reports; Oversaw general ledger, AP/AR, vendor relations, billing, collections, and reconciliations; Prepared detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis
• Implemented human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, AA/EEO compliance, and labor relations
• Drove the financial planning of the company by analyzing its performance and risks; Retained constant awareness of the company’s financial position and acted to prevent problems
• Set targets for and supervised all accounting and finance personnel (management accountants, internal auditors etc.); Oversaw all audit and internal control operations Manager, Accounting Capistrano Beach Calvary Schools Capistrano Beach, CA 2005 – 2007
• Met accounting financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions
• Confirmed financial status by monitoring revenue and expenses; coordinated the collection, consolidation, and evaluation of financial data; and prepared special reports
• Maintained accounting controls by establishing a chart of accounts and defined accounting policies
• Guided other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy and applying observations and recommendations to operational issues
• Avoided legal challenges by understanding current and proposed legislation, enforcing accounting regulations, and recommending new procedures
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), QuickBooks Pro and Enterprise (online and desktop), ADP (EZ Labor Manager), Heartland Payroll, PayCom, Intuit and QuickBooks payroll, Ease Central