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ChangeEngineAdvisory Network Member
Aug. 2024ChangeEngine's mission is to revolutionize internal communications in the age of remote work using a cutting-edge technology platform inspired by proven marketing principles. Our software solution significantly boosts employee engagement and enhances business performance. As an Advisory Network member I am lending my 18+ years of knowledge in HR and contributing to the creation of the first all-in-one internal communications technology that delivers tangible, measurable results. ChangeEngine's platform isn’t just another app – it's a comprehensive tech ecosystem for employee engagement.
Mitra ChemHead of People & Grant Administration
May. 2022Mountain View, California, United States• Lead all people-related activities including payroll, benefits, operations and IT for a battery materials company in Silicon Valley. Advisor to CEO, executive team and management on strategic business decisions, employee matters and other decisions needed as Head of People.
• Implement strategic HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention.
• Manage grant-related activities with the DOE, internal and external parties to ensure project stays in compliance with terms of contract.
• Streamline processes to improve efficiency and compliance with regulations.
Mitra ChemPeople Manager
May. 2022 - Feb. 2023Mountain View, California, United StatesAs the first People Manager at Mitra Chem in Mountain View, California, I oversaw and set-up the foundation for all People operations, including Payroll, US Health & Welfare, Immigration, Employee Relations, and Recruiting. I implemented strategies to enhance employee engagement, retention, and foster a positive company culture.
Joby AviationHRIS Analyst
Jun. 2021 - May. 2022Ben Lomond, California, United Statesall things HRIS, data and people
CepheidBusiness Intelligence System Analyst
Jul. 2020 - Jun. 2021Business intelligence – data aggregation, trend analysis, dashboard management and reporting tools (Analytics)
Responsible for business requirements, write functional specifications, design data models, and implement solutions that drive improvement in key business metrics, customer experience, and business results.
Database Management, SAP Business Warehouse (BW), SAP Business Objects Web Intelligence (WEBI), Microsoft Power BI, and/or Microsoft SQL.
CepheidSenior HR Data Analyst
Sep. 2018 - Jul. 2020Sunnyvale, CaliforniaData and analytics POC providing monthly KPIs, bowlers and adhoc reporting for global team. Support data and analytics for the Workday performance management and talent management cycles. Provide D&I analytics to be presented the executive staff. POC for Workday at Cepheid (Security, Organization and Workday Pro)
Immigration POC
Provides data for required external reporting such as, Federal reporting - AAP, EEO, Vets 100, OFCCP
Routinely audit system data and processes to ensure data continuity and process control across HR modules, platforms, and systems such as talent management, internal audit, SOX and payroll. Implemented Jira Ticketing System in US, Sweden and EMEA countries: establishing SLA requirements, ensure critical deadlines met, and provide data metrics with custom reports. 30 - 40% Talent/Performance Management support, 35% Standard HR Workday system management, 20% Talent Acquisition/Taleo support, 15% - 10% Audit / Project support
CepheidSr HR Generalist
Oct. 2017 - Sep. 2018Sunnyvale, California-Led for HR Operations team: working on multiple global JIRA implementations, HR Ops SLA and documenting processes from the ground up. -Successfully finished Workday data conversion along with Workday to Taleo ATS implementation. -Was lead data and security conversion on the implementation. -Sole owner of Leave of Absence administration, Immigration, Corporate Compliance training programs.
-Sole owner and process driver for People data and analytics providing Global Executive People monthly KPIs, bowlers and adhoc reporting for global People team. -Created PowerBI process for reporting and definitions, goals and programs to understand and drive outcomes.
-Provided D&I analytics to be presented to the executive staff. -Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance and other business partners for escalations and process improvements.
CepheidHRIS Analyst
May. 2017 - Oct. 2017Sunnyvale, CAContract onsite @ Cepheid as primary HRIS Analyst for Workday, reporting, escalations and special projects. Lead on data conversion and security conversion for Workday conversion project along with Taleo and ADP.
Financial EnginesHRIS Analyst
Aug. 2015 - Oct. 2016Sunnyvale, CAAs the sole owner of HRIS, I managed all data, reporting, metrics, RFP's, and systems administration & integration's for all HR systems including compensation, performance management, talent, time tracking and human capital management. Managed payroll reporting, executive reporting and budgeting process for HR for HR.
YahooBenefits Analyst / HR Operations Analyst
Sep. 2014 - Aug. 2015Sunnyvale, CAI managed several Benefits programs at Yahoo with an emphasis on Service Awards, US Health & Welfare, ACA Compliance and new hire / enrollment into our benefits programs. I also managed the premium billing for all US benefit vendors. I assisted with day-to-day operations in providing support for employee/vendor issues including: LOA's, 401(k), HSA, COBRA, and overall global benefit programs. •Administer employee leave of absence in HRIS system; conduct LOA audits every payroll cycle; Interface with offsite LOA administrator
•Provide Tier 2 benefits support and problem solving solutions
•Process all benefit related reimbursements for eligible employees, such as tuition reimbursement, gym reimbursement and other benefit related reimbursements. •Handle employees’ 401(k) related inquiries, questions and vendor escalations •Interface with voluntary perk vendors for solving employee concerns on a timely basis
•Manage global Service Awards program
•Assist team with Special Projects, Programs and onsite events
Yahoo!HR (People) Operations Analyst
Jun. 2011 - Sep. 2014Sunnyvale, CA-Member of Americas HR Shared Services providing Tier 1 & 2 support. -Primary contact for Payroll on behalf of the Americas HR Shared Services team and LATAM team.
-Primarily responsible to audit incoming New Hires in our Workday database and ensure all SOX controls are in place and valid..
-Input data changes into Workday including terminations, LOA's, and salary changes. -Involved in on-boarding and off-boarding processes and key improvements. Supporting M&A , Executive level and HR-4-HR.
-Respond to queries from employees (former and current), management, and vendors via ServiceNow ticketing system
-Provide subject matter expertise related to Workday data management and reporting
-Member of core Implementation team of Workday and core member of the all future versions. Most recently attended Workday Rising 2013 as a member of Yahoo's core Workday team. Contract position onsite at Yahoo! Inc. as a Americas HR Coordinator from June 2011 to January 2013
-Member of Americas HR Shared Services and Tier 1 & 2 support. -Primary contact for Payroll and Benefits on behalf of the Americas HR Shared Services team.
-Primarily responsible to audit all incoming New Hires in our Oracle database and ensure all SOX controls are in place and valid
-Involved in on boarding and off boarding processes.
-Provide subject matter expertise related to Oracle data management and reporting
-Member of core Implementation team of Workday 17 HR Database and Workday 18+ updates. Member of core Workday support team to test, edit business process and suggest system/process improvements.
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