Human Resources Management
Resume:
LESLIE ROGERS, MBA
**************@*****.***
Objective
Highly motivated, results-driven HR Generalist with 5+ years of experience in employee relations, recruitment, and performance management. Proven ability to manage full-cycle recruitment, develop and implement HR policies, and foster a positive work environment. Seeking a challenging HR Manager role to leverage expertise in strategic HR initiatives
Skills Summary
Human Resources Payroll HRIS Systems
Full Cycle Recruiting Garnishments ADP Workforce, Kronos, Ceridian, Oracle
Employee Relations Tax Compliance/W-2 & W-2C forms Process Improvement
Total Rewards/Benefit Administration Audits/General Ledger Data Analysis/Project Management
Workers Comp & 401K reporting Union Payroll/General Ledger QuickBooks/Microsoft Office
Compensation Analysis/Retirement Finance Management Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
Robert Half 03/2025-present
Contract Human Resources Payroll Specialist
•Records data for each employee and/or applicant and gathers, organizes, and files personnel records.
•Process biweekly payroll, ensuring all employees are notified of the timecard deadline each pay period.
•Manages candidate/applicant process using applicant tracking system.
•Processed employment applications and helped generate appropriate correspondence to applicants. • Input bonuses, retro pay, and
•shift differential pay into ADP.
•Assist with the review of the pre-process register to ensure accuracy of payroll data.
•Handles the receipt and opening of the payroll package.
GKN Aerospace 01/2024-1/2025
Contract HR Total Rewards Operations, Payroll Professional
•Assisted with talent acquisition and recruitment processes.
•Conducted employee onboarding and assisted with training and development initiatives.
•Maintained employee files and records.
•Ensured compliance with federal and state labor laws and regulations.
•Handled employee relations issues, providing support and guidance to employees and managers.
•Participated in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
•Gathering and analyzing HR data, such as time to hire and employee turnover rates.
•Processed full cycle payroll for union and biweekly employees
• ~ The Company merged with Boeing. Position was eliminated
United Way of Greater St Louis 09/2022-9/2023
Human Resources
• Managed the payroll process for approximately 120+ employees ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Facilitated onboarding process for new employees to include all pre-employment steps, hiring-related paperwork and notifications to relevant departments
• Ensured all accounting functions were performed accurately and in a timely manner
• Handled Accounts Receivable (AR) tasks as part of the job responsibilities
• Conducted regular audits to maintain the integrity of payroll data
• Resolved any payroll-related inquiries that come up in the course of work
• Managed the employee database, organized HR emails, and supported new hire onboarding
• Prepared and filed payroll-related reports and forms and ensured compliance with all relevant payroll-related laws and
regulations (federal, state, and local)
• Served as the subject matter expert for all administrative processes in Talent Acquisition
~ Resigned from the position. Focused on completing my degree
.
KFORCE
Contract Payroll Professional 05/2022- 08/2022
• Managed and processed W-2C forms for {number} employees, addressing errors in wage reporting, tax withholdings, and employee information.
•Ensured compliance with IRS regulations and internal policies during W-2C amendment processes.
•Communicated effectively with employees and relevant agencies regarding W-2C statements and amendments.
•Resolved payroll discrepancies by researching W-2 data and processing necessary W-2C corrections.
~Project completed; contract ended~
Bi State Development 09/2021- 04/2022
Contract Payroll Professional
•Managed the entire payroll process, including union payroll, for over 200 employees, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of paychecks.
•Processed all federal, state, and local tax withholdings and filings, maintaining compliance with all regulations
•Resolved payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries efficiently and professionally.
~Project completed; contract ended~
City of Normandy 03/2021 – 09/2021
Contract Human Resource/Payroll Professional
• Overseen employee relations, securing regulatory compliance, and administering employee-related services such as payroll, training, and benefits remote payroll processing in multiple systems, Kronos, Oracle, Hautes, and ADP Payroll
• Maintained and updated HR policies and procedures to align with federal, state, and local labor laws, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations including FMLA, EEO, and OSHA standards
• Partnered with senior leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives, contributing to a 10% increase in employee productivity
• Led the performance appraisal process, providing tools and guidance for managers to conduct effective reviews, which led to a 15% increase in employee satisfaction scores
• Served as the primary point of contact for employee concerns and mediated workplace conflicts, reducing formal grievances by 40% and enhancing team collaboration and cohesion by 30%
• Developed and delivered leadership training programs to enhance manager skills, leading to a 100% employee satisfaction rate in post-training evaluations
~Project completed; contract ended~
Saint Louis Community College 8/2019-01/2021
Payroll Specialist
• Processed employment/wage verification forms, garnishments, and child support orders
• Balanced and sent 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
~ Hospitalized due to COVID. Resigned~
City of St Louis 11/2016-8/2019
Payroll Specialist II
• Managed all aspects of HR and prepared all associate communications
• Prepare reports and financial statements related to payroll.
• Analyze payroll data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensured HR compliance of the policy, employee benefits and employment law at both local and federal level
• Provided confidential issue resolution while working with various levels of management
• Represented employer in unemployment hearings. Negotiated specific benefit packages with the broker
• Hosted and conducted bi-weekly new hire orientation as well as designed necessary professional development plans
• Scheduled and conducted interviews, created, approved job offers, salary structures, and recruited colleagues
• Managed the onboarding process for all new hires
~Recruited to St Louis Community College
Southwestern Illinois College 8/2013-8/2016
Office Manager
• Managed all office operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to company standards
• Supervised four office employees, and trained new employees to ensure a smooth onboarding process
• Counseled those in need, and managed customer inquiries
• Created and checked the office budget, ordered necessary supplies
Education
Northwestern Missouri State University Certification in Human Resource Management
Greenville University Master of Business Administration and Management
Bachelors in Organization Leadership
Southwestern Illinois College AAS in Office Administration
Certification in Office Technology Administration
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