
LINDA THOMPSON, CPP 
1415 South Voss Road #11
0-
119 | Houston, Texas 77057 
|  281-841-7782
  |  Linda.thompson19
[email protected]  
SENIOR-LEVEL PAYROLL AND HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR  
 
Demonstrated  expert  in  human  resources  management  and  payroll  management  with  extensive  experience  in  overseeing 
regulatory compliance, payroll, benefits, and staff recruitment.  Proven track record of improving processes and reducing costs 
through design and implementation of task strategies and development of technical use and software. Excellent communication 
abilities and an eye for improving company processes increase employee satisfaction and decrease company turnover and costs. 
Additional core competencies include:  
 
    Relationship Building    Written & Verbal Communication Skills 
    Benefits, Garnishments, & Deductions    Recruiting, Training, & Staff Supervision 
    Process Improvement & Strategy Development    Auditing & Ledger Reconciliation  
    Federal & State Regulations & Laws     Safety Training & Workers Compensation 
    Payroll, Tax Filings, & Recordkeeping    Staff Development & Orientation Programs 
 
Computer Skills Include:  
  Microsoft Windows- 2012, 2010 and XP, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word and Power Point  
  User and Implementation Specialist of ADP- Pay Expert, Essential Time (EZLM)/Enterprise, ADP Reporting, Workforce Now 
GL InfoLink, HRB (HR Benefits), ADP 1
st
 Data Pay Cards 
  Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains- 10.0, 2010  Payroll and HR and Business Portal module Administration  
  Paycom Payroll Software 
 
P R O F E S S I O N A L   E X P E R I E N C E  
 
ASCENDE, Inc. (formerly known as Employee Benefit Solutions, Inc.)   2011 – 2013 
Human Resources / Payroll Specialist 
Supported day-to-day human resources functions and contributed to the long-term development of HR and payroll functions to 
provide comprehensive services to the staff within the company. Demonstrated expertise in payroll, staff supervision, employee 
benefits, staff recruitment and termination, and technical skills. Excellent interpersonal skills allow for long-term and beneficial 
relationships and an ability to coordinate with management to improve staff services.    
  Performed all recordkeeping, payroll processing, and benefit supervision for over 500 employees 
  Demonstrated knowledge of all rules, regulations, and company policies overseeing human resources 
  Counseled applicants and employees on rules, benefits, procedures, and opportunities 
  Recruited, supervised, trained, coached, and motivated a team of human resources staff 
  Demonstrated ability to utilize payroll software including Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and ADP’s EZ Labor and a 
demonstrated knowledge of modern office procedures, processes, and technology 
  Established, organized, and supervised the maintenance of records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy 
  Acted as administrator of the business portal software and completed all ACH uploads to banks  
  Demonstrated expertise in benefits including 401k records, annual audits, insurance, and paid leave 
  Completed  all  quarterly  and  annual  tax  returns  and  reconciliations  including  federal  and  state  returns  and  prompt 
delivery of employee W-2’s 
  Managed and processed garnishments, benefit deductions, and paid leave accruals 
  Processed recruitment and termination of employees and their benefits 
 
HR Payroll/Client Service Group   2008 – 2011 
Manager / Owner / Consultant 
Performed  all  management  oversight  of  a  payroll  and  human  resources  specialist  company  including  payroll,  office 
management,  record  keeping,  profit  and  loss, cost reduction, team motivation, and remaining  in  compliance  with  regulatory 
oversight. Demonstrated ability to build long-lasting and profitable relationships and improve client satisfaction to increase and 
retain business.  
  Completed  investigations  into  human  resources  and  payroll  departments  to  ensure  best  practices  and  designed 
strategies and processes to improve systems and departments 
  Assisted clients with implementations of ADP software and received referrals from ADP to assist new clients  
  Drafted and audited employee handbooks and company rules and policies, assisted companies with open enrollment, 
and drafted and reviewed benefits plans 
  Recruited human resources, payroll, and accounting professionals for clients 
  Assisted  clients  with  all  stages  of  taxes  and  analyzed  current  and  previous  data,  including  quarterly  and  yearly 
amendments and year-end close audits 
  Trained clients in use of ADP products including EZ Labor, HRB, and Pay Expert