1. Laurel Weidmark lweidmark@rogers.com
278 Carlisle St. Newmarket, ON, L3Y 6C1 905.954.1664
PROFILE
Accomplished Payroll / Human Resources practitioner with over 25 years of experience offering sound
knowledge in payroll, human resources and office practices, both developing and sustaining policies and
procedures. Proven track record of success as a team player who takes the lead on delivering results. Self-
proclaimed ‘fact finder’, addressing problems and identifying solutions.
“Laurel was flexible, willing to work on any project that was assigned to her and always asked
for more work. Laurel was found to be a detail oriented, hard-working, and conscientious
individual. She had strong communication skills and worked well with employees at all levels
of the organization.”
Paraj Khopkar, Plant Manager, Concord Confections
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PAYROLL / HUMAN RESOURCES
• Managed payroll for approximately 350 employees including unionized hourly employees, and non-
unionized salary employees ensuring accurate and timely payment from start to finish
• Completed and uploaded Service Canada ROE for inactive employees allowing them to apply for EI
if required.
• Maintained both the payroll and the HRIS systems with updated information
• Migrated from ADP PCPW to Oracle EBS payroll and managed database to ensure year-to-date
amounts were transferred accurately and Oracle was set to effectively manage payroll moving
forward.
• Reviewed hourly employee records calculating bonus amounts and statutory holiday pay based on the
Union Contract
• Managed hourly staffing on a weekly basis to ensure each location and shift had the appropriate
complement of skilled and unskilled labour required for the following week
• Monitored all attendance records for both salary and hourly staff updating the status and
communicating with managers when necessary to ensure that attendance policies were being
followed.
• Coordinated with the HR Manager in Health and Safety procedures
• Completed WSIB Form 7 reports and ensuring all back-up investigation reports were filed
appropriately
• Created and maintained all SOP’s relating to Payroll
• Accounted for all Executive Bonus payments from the issuing of cheques to ongoing record keeping
and manually calculated and completed T-4’s.
OFFICE MANAGEMENT
• Managed all administration functions for the General Manager including calendar management,
travel arrangements, correspondence.
• Supervised two employees over a seven year period including training, monitoring performance,
conducting performance reviews, and supporting their career development.
• Managed office equipment along with coordinating the ordering of office supplies ensuring inventory
was stocked and conducted price comparison to minimize spending.
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2. Laurel Weidmark lweidmark@rogers.com
• Planned and organized company events and in-house functions including coordinating venue,
catering, and decorations. The events boosted morale amongst employees and increased affiliation
with the organization.
• Arranged for appropriate and organized work stations for new office employees
• Approved requests for Petty Cash, disbursing and reconciling amounts as required.
ACCOUNTING
• Reconciled all payroll related General Ledger accounts on a monthly basis saving the Controller time
by providing accurate account information
• Maintained the Accounts Payable system from start to finish
• Maintained a daily cash flow for the Controller
BENEFITS
• Administered benefits for approximately 350 hourly and salaried employees, adjusting coverage as
needed and verifying up-to-date documentation. Ensured benefit deductions were accurate in payroll
profile.
CAREER SUMMARY
CONCORD CONFECTIONS 1997-2014
Payroll Manager
Payroll / Benefits Administrator
Assistant to General Manager
Payroll / HR Administrator
PSI PAYROLL SERVICES 1996-1997
Outsourced ADP Payroll Specialist
GOLDLIST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 1989-1995
Payroll Administrator
Accounts Payable Supervisor
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Oracle – Payroll, Benefits, HR, Inventory | ADP payroll
ADP Report Smith| IDT Time and Attendance
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint | Windows
Sun Life Benefits Program
HRIS systems
“Laurel personified the concept of ‘team player’. If there was a need for change or new
process, Laurel was never timid in getting involved. I would highly recommend Laurel as she
has proven reliable, responsible and able to adapt to any situation.”
Patrick Foley, Distribution Manager, Concord Confections
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