Fickling & Company, IncHuman Resources Director/Accounting Manager
Mar. 1998 - Oct. 2007Supported approximately 95 on and off-site employees
Served as point of contact for employee verification from government agencies, financial institutions, and other employers
Conducted and coordinated employee orientation, benefit enrollment and training sessions
Maintained employee files in an organized fashion in accordance with law
Served as point of contact and administrator of health and wellness benefits including health, dental, long-term disability, FSA, and retirement plan
Prepared annual census and review of benefit structure for coming year
Managed FSA deposits and disbursements
Worked closely with senior level management in achieving the company's goals for growth and customer service
Revised the Employee Handbook, bringing it up to date with local, state and federal guidelines
Provided guidance to management regarding employment actions including hiring, reprimands, and terminations
Assisted company labor attorney in settling alleged pregnancy discrimination case and prepared for DOL Wage and Hour audit, which resulted in minimal penalty
Processed payroll for over six years, until successfully transitioning the process to ADP Total Source in 2007
Prepared quarterly payroll tax returns
Balanced payroll account on a monthly basis
Managed accounting department Reviewed accounts payable checks on a daily basis
Reconciled numerous bank accounts on a monthly basis
Prepared daily deposits
Assisted in the preparation of tax documents such as 1099s, 1098s, and W-2s.