Human Resources Benefits Specialist

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Top Skills

Benefits Administration

Bill Payment

Oracle Database

Certifications

Notary Public Commission

Certified Notary Republic

Office Technology Assistant

Human Resources Management

Leslie Rogers MBA,HRM

HR Operations and Benefits Specialist

St Louis, Missouri, United States

Summary

I have a strong background in human resources administration and payroll analysis. I managed the employee database, organized HR emails, supported new hire onboarding, coordinated job postings, screened candidates, and conducted interviews. I also served as the subject matter expert for all administrative processes in Talent Acquisition using various HRIS systems. Furthermore, I have experience as a Payroll Analyst, where I maintained payroll accounts, processed accounting paperwork, prepared payroll audits, advised the payroll department on complex transactions, and analyzed compensation-related data. I hold certifications as an Office Technology Assistant and a Notary Public, demonstrating my proficiency in office administration and legal documentation. Experience

GKN Aerospace

HR Total Rewards Operations and Benefits Specialist January 2024 - January 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Dallas, Texas, United States

In my role as an HR Total Rewards Operations and Benefits Specialist at GKN Aerospace, I was responsible for auditing and processing confidential data and payments for healthcare benefits. I analyzed and reconciled bi- weekly benefit deductions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies. Additionally, I prepared payment vouchers, distributed benefit correspondence, and maintained detailed benefit files. I also conducted new hire orientation and assisted with pension program data collection.

United Way of Greater St. Louis

Human Resources Administrator

August 2022 - August 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Downtown St Louis, Mo

In my role as a Human Resources Administrator at United Way of Greater St. Louis, I efficiently managed the employee database, organized HR emails, and supported new hire onboarding. I coordinated job postings, Page 1 of 5

screened candidates, and conducted interviews to ensure a seamless recruitment process. Additionally, I served as the subject matter expert for all administrative processes in Talent Acquisition using ADP Workday, Businessolver, Oracle and may more HRIS systems, including facilitating job requisitions, offers of employment, and approvals. KFORCE Professional Services

Payroll Analyst - Contract

May 2022 - August 2022 (4 months)

St Louis, Missouri, United States

In my role as a Payroll Analyst at KFORCE Professional Services, I maintained payroll accounts, processed accounting paperwork, and prepared payroll audits. I advised the payroll department on complex transactions, processed W2C amendments, and analyzed compensation-related data, including wages and bonuses.

Bi-State Development

Payroll Coordinator - Contract

September 2021 - April 2022 (8 months)

St Louis, Missouri, United States

In my role as a Payroll Coordinator at Bi-State Development, I oversaw compliance with regulations, analyzed compensation trends, and implemented employee retention strategies. I managed payroll accuracy, electronic payments, and distribution, updating data with salary adjustments. Additionally, I produced reports for upper management, conducted interviews, offered positions, and assisted with onboarding new employees. City Of Normandy

Human Resources Payroll Specialist - Contract

April 2021 - September 2021 (6 months)

Normandy, Mo

Managed the staffing process of recruiting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding, ensured job descriptions were up to date and compliant with all local, state and federal regulations. Developed training materials and performance management programs to help ensure employees understand their job responsibilities. Created a compensation strategy for all employees based on market research and pay survey. Investigated employee issues and conflicts and brought them to resolution. Maintained company organization charts and employee directory. Handled direct deposit requests and data, Page 2 of 5

processed paper checks for distribution. Processed wage garnishments, made adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses and commission. Saint Louis Community College

Payroll Specialist

August 2019 - January 2021 (1 year 6 months)

Bridgeton, Mo

• Processed employment/wage verification forms, garnishments, and child support orders at Saint Louis Community College in Bridgeton, Mo.

• Balanced and submitted federal and state reports, collaborating with HR to implement solutions for payroll and benefit payment issues.

• Reconciled benefit payments with vendor invoices and processed payments efficiently.

City of St. Louis

Payroll Specialist II

November 2016 - August 2019 (2 years 10 months)

Greater St. Louis Area

Ensured compliance of human resource police, employee benefits and employment low at both local and federal level Provided confidential issue resolution while working with various levels of management. Represented employer in unemployment hearing and negotiated specific benefit packages with the broker Managed all aspects of HR office including Learning & Development Team and prepared all associate communications Hosted and conducted bi-weekly new hire orientation as well as designed necessary professional development plans Scheduled and conducted interviews, created, and approved job offers and salary structures, recruited colleagues Southwestern Illinois College

Office Manager

April 2014 - August 2016 (2 years 5 months)

Belleville, IL

In my role as Office Manager at Southwestern Illinois College in Belleville, IL, I oversaw all office operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to company standards. I supervised a team of office employees, counseled those in need, and managed customer inquiries. Additionally, I created and monitored the office budget, ordered necessary supplies, and trained new staff members to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

Penmac Staffing Services, Inc.

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Administrative Assistant

August 2011 - January 2013 (1 year 6 months)

Lees Summit, Missouri, United States

Answered phones and greeted visitors, scheduled appointments and maintained calendars. Scheduled and coordinated staff and other meetings, collated and distributed mail, prepared communications, such as memos, emails, invoices, reports and other correspondence. Wrote and edited documents from letters to reports and instructional documents. Created and maintained filing systems, both electronic and physical, Managed accounts and performed bookkeeping.

City of Kansas City, MO

Human Resources Administrative Assistant

May 2006 - February 2009 (2 years 10 months)

Kansas City, Kansas

Performed human resources administrative duties, such as maintaining employee database and sorting emails for the HR department. Assisted with the onboarding process for new hires. maintained proper records of employee attendance and leaves, Assisted the HR Manager in policy formulation, hiring and salary administration. Submitted online job postings, shortlisted candidates and scheduled job interviews.

Coordinated orientation and training sessions for new employees, ensured smooth communication with employees and resolved their queries timely. Maintained calendars of HR management team, compiled reports and spreadsheets and prepared spreadsheets and managed the evaluation process of annual increases.

Education

Greenville University

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General · (September 2017 - December 2021) Greenville University

Bachelors in Organization Leadership, Organizational Leadership · (2017 - 2019)

Southwestern Illinois College

Associate's Degree, Office Management and Supervision · (September 2013 - December 2016)

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Wyandotte High School

Diploma · (1989 - 1993)

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