Human Resources Director & Payroll Management

Cathy Horton ***************@*****.*** • 434-***-****

Human Resources Director & Payroll Manager

Results-driven professional with substantial experience providing high-level support on variety of HR operations, ensuring compliance with company standards. Excel at achieving staffing objectives through effective recruitment strategies, administering cost-effective benefits, and positively impacting organizational effectiveness. Expert in managing job postings, attracting top talent, conducting orientation sessions, and providing training for employee development. Adept at overseeing personnel onboarding, performance, and, relationships. Committed to promoting timely payroll processing and improving employee satisfaction and retention rates. Known for streamlining processes, optimizing team productivity, increasing business profitability, and consistently exceeding performance metrics. Talent for prioritizing and performing multiple tasks with utmost professionalism within fast-paced settings.

Areas of Expertise● HR Employee Management ● Benefits Administration ● Payroll Management ● Compensation Plans

Career Experience

● Conflict & Issue Resolution ● Performance Management ● Recruitment & Onboarding ● Employee Satisfaction

& Retention

● Talent Acquisition

● Training & Mentorship

● Human Capital Management ● Team Leadership & Development EastersealsPORT

Staunton/Charlottesville Virginia

Manage all personnel files

Onboarding

Credit Card reconciliation

Licensure

Office Supplies

Charlottesville Health and Rehab

04-01-25 - 12-15-25

Spearhead recruitment efforts to find and hire the best candidates for each role. Manage employee onboarding and new hire orientation; Ensure employees are set up for success and that all employment records are maintained in compliance.

Manage bi-weekly payroll process and ensure all timecards submitted are complete and accurate. Support staff and serve as an employee resource to answer questions related to HR matters including benefits, policies, and procedures.

Prepare and update schedules and daily staffing and ensure adequate staffing ratios. Ensure the electronic scheduling system stays up to date to accurately reflect staffing schedule. Coordinate employee requests for time off to ensure proper coverage of nursing units. Develop and maintain good working rapport with other departments in the healthcare center. Same duties as listed below. Both Rehab facilities. Fredericksburg Health and Rehab

01/31/2024 - 03/12/25

Recruitment, Public speaking, Interpersonal skills, HR compliance, Emotional discipline, Employee engagement, Job fairs, employee support, divulging in a melting pot of diversity, succeeding in creating a harmonious work environment. Service Source / WorkSource Enterprises, Charlottesville, VA 2022 – 2024 Employment Development Specialist

Collaborate with adults with disabilities to identify strengths, skills, and career goals. Provide individualized support and guidance to facilitate competitive employment opportunities within community. Resolve practical problems and chenging situations by executing corrective actions. Establish positive relationships with individuals across various organizational levels by leveraging exceptional communication skills. Ensure accuracy in projects by maintaining high quality and performing tasks with keen attention to detail.

● Addressed employee skill gaps and career aspirations by developing and delivering training programs. ● Contributed to organizational success by demonstrating self-driven initiative and focus on achieving objectives. ● Improved customer satisfaction levels by ensuring delivery of best-in-class service, both in virtual and in-person settings. ● Surpassed set targets and monthly expectations by conducting productive training sessions and fostering employee development.

● Gained expertise in Microsoft Office suite and corporate-specific programs and software, such as ZOOM and Microsoft Teams. Saber Health dba Autumn Care of Madison, VA 2020 On-Site HR & Payroll Manager Oversaw aspects of HR and payroll functions and conducted orientation sessions for new hires. Executed HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws and company guidelines. Managed full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. Administered ADP payroll weekly for 60 employees efficiently and accurately.

● Built top-performance talent pipeline by recruiting and onboarding qualified candidates.

● Improved productivity, skills, and knowledge of staff by conducting needs assessments and providing training and coaching. Homestead Building Systems, Bristow, VA 2019 HR / Payroll Specialist Page 1 3

Managed and facilitated entire recruitment process, including conducting interviews, selecting candidates, and overseeing onboarding procedures, such as new hire orientations and safety training. Provided invaluable support to HR management by overseeing health benefits administration, managing invoicing and reconciliations, and coordinating HR benefits. Administered ADP payroll and accurately recorded journal entries into Great Plains accounting system.

● Advertised new employment opportunities and attracted talent by creating and managing job postings. ● Mitigated potential issues and conflicts by fostering employee relationships and communications across multiple departments. ● Implemented HR administration protocols for employee benefits while ensuring compliance with HR policies, procedures, and best practices in coordination with the human resource team.

Omni Hotel & Resorts, Charlottesville, VA 2016 – 2018 Employment Manager Managed human resources functions and supported over HR strategy and objectives while assisting director of HR. Ensured streamlined and compliant recruitment and onboarding process for newly hired employees. Conducted employee tracking, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training, terminations, and reference checks in adherence to regulatory requirements, equal employment opportunity laws, and company’s HR policies. Managed purchasing and receiving functions for hotel departments. Executed inventory control measures for kitchen and restaurant. Ensured accuracy in purchase order reconciliation with accounts payable and receivable. Assisted accounting department in handling general journal entries for accounts payable and receivable.

● Promoted effective cost management by assessing staffing budgets and tracking payroll.

● Reduced audit risks by maintaining strict adherence to E-Verify, EEO, and OFCCP regulations.

● Trained workforce through creation and implementation of leadership development programs.

● Ensured compliance with payroll budget guidelines for hotel departments using Kronos HR solutions. ● Simplified hiring process and ensured HR compliance by utilizing iCIMS onboarding software for new hires. ● Assisted in retention of talented associates and enhanced satisfaction levels by creating benefits packages. ● Reduced employee turnover by

~50% by improving employee relations, minimizing conflicts, and addressing issues. ● Contributed to effective management of HR initiatives and functions, such as job fairs and college recruiting events. American National University, Charlottesville, VA 2014 – 2016 Student Intern Contributed to smooth operation of campus by providing administrative support to campus director. Planned and executed campus-wide community events, fostering engagement among students and faculty. Provided tutoring for Accounting I and II to fellow students.

● Supported career center director in monitoring job placements for students and graduates.

● Participated in Student Cohort Program as representative of university for Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Additional Experience

On-Site HR Manager Automation Personnel Services, Gordonsville, VA P/T Sales Representative VA ABC Store, Charlottesville, VA Member Service Representative Sam's Wholesale Club, Charlottesville, VA Customer Service Representative Suntan City, Charlottesville, VA Sales Associate Marshs, Kissimmee, FL

Customer Service Associate American Legion Auxiliary, Kissimmee, FL Sales Department Administrative Assistant Radisson Resort WorldGate, Kissimmee, FL Homeowner Liaison Global Marketing Service Vacation Home Rental, Kissimmee, FL Homeowner Liaison & Property Manager Florida Holidays International, Orlando, Fl Restaurant Manager Outback Steakhouse International, Newport Beach, CA Field Representative Capital Restaurant Concepts, Newport Beach, CA Restaurant Manager Capital Restaurant Concepts, Washington, DC Education

Associate Degree in Business Administration American National University, Charlottesville, VA Currently finishing up Bachelor Degree

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Technical Proficiencies

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) Microsoft Dynamics GP ADP ATS iCIMS Kronos Workday Oracle

Paycom Viventium Hosted Time

‘Languages English (some) Spanish

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