Shimere Wyche
Petersburg
Summary
Human Resources professional with extensive leadership experience managing full-cycle HR operations, including onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance reporting. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency through strategic employee relations and talent acquisition initiatives, fostering strong workplace relationships with professionalism and integrity.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Payroll Accountant
Greater Reach Community Services Board (D19 CSB)
Petersburg
04.2024 - Current
- Process payroll for all employees in compliance with regulations.
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies swiftly.
- Maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy consistently.
- Collaborate with HR to update payroll-related policies and procedures.
- Prepare payroll reports for auditing and regulatory purposes regularly.
- Implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency continually.
- Assist in year-end tax preparation and reporting tasks diligently.
- Respond promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email concerning their paychecks.
- Participate in internal control reviews relating to payroll processes and functions.
- Manage year-end reporting process including W2 forms for all employees.
- Ensure all taxes are accurately calculated and filed according to federal, state, and local regulations.
- Perform reconciliation of payroll accounts to ensure accurate payments.
- Track employee vacation and sick days for proper accrual purposes within the system.
- Maintain detailed records of employees' wages, deductions, leave time, tax information.
- Provide training to new staff members regarding policies, procedures, rules and regulations pertaining to payroll activities.
- Develop and maintained procedures for processing payrolls in a timely manner.
- Prepare reports on various aspects of payroll such as overtime hours worked by each employee.
- Review payroll processing systems to verify accuracy of salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes and other deductions.
- Review invoices for correct documentation and validated approval prior to releasing payment.
- Collaborate with human resources department to ensure accurate data entry into the system.
Human Resources Generalist
District 19 Community Services Board (D19 CSB)
Petersburg
05.2014 - 04.2023
- Manage full-cycle HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, HRIS updates, and compliance reporting.
- Process and maintain employee transactions within HRMS, including salary changes, reclassifications, retirements, and personnel actions.
- Administer ACA reporting, COBRA, STD claims, and benefits enrollment processes.
- Coordinate agency-wide Open Enrollment communications, meetings, and benefits updates.
- Oversee random drug screening program compliance, vendor coordination, employee notifications, laboratory submissions, and EAP follow-up.
- Conduct new employee orientation and exit interviews while ensuring seamless onboarding and separation procedures.
- Collaborate with leadership regarding employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.
- Serve as backup recruiter utilizing Cyber Recruitment systems and assist with talent acquisition activities.
- Coordinate access management by notifying IT, Finance, Procurement, and executive leadership of employee status changes.
- Lead implementation support for the Cardinal system across the agency.
- Maintain employee records, badges, parking access, and compliance documentation.
- Research and compile quantitative and qualitative HR data and trends for executive leadership.
Human Resources Analyst I / Recruiter
Southside Virginia Training Center
Dinwiddie
12.2007 - 05.2014
- Managed full-cycle recruitment activities including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, reference checks, and employment offers.
- Ensured recruitment processes complied with state regulations, policies, and HR guidelines.
- Produced accurate and professional job announcements, recruitment communications, and employment documentation.
- Conducted orientation sessions, employment presentations, and pre-employment training.
- Maintained recruitment tracking systems, personnel files, and HR documentation with high accuracy.
- Coordinated background checks and onboarding processes within established timelines.
- Processed layoffs and employee separation paperwork during facility closure operations.
- Managed Affordable Care Act reporting for part-time employees.
- Conducted Virginia Employment reports and fact-finding interviews.
- Participated in career fairs and community employment initiatives, including service on the Goodwill employment board.
- Served as backup HR receptionist and provided administrative support to department operations.
Administrative Coordinator
Petersburg Chamber of Commerce
Petersburg
12.2006 - 12.2007
- Provided executive administrative support to Chamber leadership and Board of Directors.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, community events, and organizational activities.
- Created marketing materials, invitations, newsletters, membership lists, and business documents.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and budget tracking using QuickBooks.
- Maintained official records, filing systems, and board documentation.
- Oversaw special projects, direct mail campaigns, and community outreach initiatives.
Human Resources Administrator
Pepsi Bottling Group
Petersburg
08.2004 - 09.2006
- Supported HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, benefits enrollment, and employee training.
- Processed bi-weekly payroll for 100+ employees and managed payroll audits across Eastern Virginia.
- Recruited and hired drivers, merchandisers, and sales representatives.
- Facilitated New Employee Orientation and ongoing employee training programs.
- Managed unemployment claims, wage surveys, and compensation-related processes.
- Coordinated annual Open Enrollment and benefits communications.
- Ensured DOT employee compliance with federal regulations and safety requirements.
- Managed accounts payable processes and facility purchasing operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL05-2020
Associate of Arts - General Studies
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VA05-2017
Skills
- HR operations management
- Employee relations
- Benefits administration
- Compliance reporting
- Talent acquisition
- Recruitment process oversight
Timeline
Senior Payroll Accountant
Greater Reach Community Services Board (D19 CSB)
04.2024 - Current
Human Resources Generalist
District 19 Community Services Board (D19 CSB)
05.2014 - 04.2023
Human Resources Analyst I / Recruiter
Southside Virginia Training Center
12.2007 - 05.2014
Administrative Coordinator
Petersburg Chamber of Commerce
12.2006 - 12.2007
Human Resources Administrator
Pepsi Bottling Group
08.2004 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Saint Leo University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
John Tyler Community College