Rodrigo Ramirez, PCP
Manager, Payroll & Benefits at Qualico Canada- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Portugués Professional working proficiency
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Brian Ruskolekier
Rodrigo is a well connected professional that always takes the time to support anyone is his network. His problem solving skills and the ability to multitask are very impressive.I would definitively recommend Rodrigo as a HR Professional, for either Operational or Leadership assignments.
Brian Ruskolekier
Rodrigo is a well connected professional that always takes the time to support anyone is his network. His problem solving skills and the ability to multitask are very impressive.I would definitively recommend Rodrigo as a HR Professional, for either Operational or Leadership assignments.
Brian Ruskolekier
Rodrigo is a well connected professional that always takes the time to support anyone is his network. His problem solving skills and the ability to multitask are very impressive.I would definitively recommend Rodrigo as a HR Professional, for either Operational or Leadership assignments.
Brian Ruskolekier
Rodrigo is a well connected professional that always takes the time to support anyone is his network. His problem solving skills and the ability to multitask are very impressive.I would definitively recommend Rodrigo as a HR Professional, for either Operational or Leadership assignments.
Credentials
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Payroll Compliance Practitioner
The Canadian Payroll AssociationNov, 2020- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Qualico Canada
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Canada
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager, Payroll & Benefits
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Apr 2019 - Present
Main accomplishments: • Successfully transitioned payroll and benefits team to working 100% remotely from home during the COVID-19 pandemic while maintaining service excellence. • Implemented payroll audit on a pay period basis to ensure accuracy of results for approx. 2000 Canada-based employees before payroll submission. • Effectively acquired new businesses with 300+ employees and incorporated them into our payroll and benefits portfolio. • Created monthly Payroll and Benefits Dashboard for the executive committee meetings including KPI metrics. • Seamless transition of health providers within four provinces (Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan) and redesign of Employee Benefit Program. Responsibilities: • Provide leadership and guidance to a team of 3 local direct reports and 1 remote payroll administrator within Canada. Occasionally provide support to the payroll administrator in Texas, USA. • Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payroll for hourly, salaried, commission-only and salary plus commission employees including unionized employees. • Manage all components of multi-provincial (Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan) payroll administration according to compliance standards with Federal and Provincial legislation. • Serve as Subject Matter Expert for any payroll related questions, concerns or issues. Responsible for the implementation and optimization of systems/processes to ensure accurate and efficient payroll processing. • Lead the year-end payroll processing cycle (T4’s, WCB, T2200’s, British Columbia Employer Health Tax, Manitoba Health Tax, etc).
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Cambrian Credit Union
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Canada
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Financial Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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HRIS & Compensation Advisor
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Jan 2018 - Apr 2019
Main accomplishments:• Successfully implemented the new payroll software, Payworks, which went live in January 2018. Solely responsible for the development of the core payroll, benefits and HRIS modules, including the transition of employee data from the legacy system, parallel pay testing and verification.• Recognition bonus due to implementation of new payroll software with zero errors.• Designed and implemented process improvements in post-payroll run activities optimizing processing time from 2 days to half a day.• Effectively co-led the implementation of the Time & Attendance module for approx. 300 employees.Responsibilities:• Led the ongoing development, management and maintenance of Cambrian’s HRIS/Payroll system (Payworks).• Managed and administered all payroll and benefit related activities ensuring payroll and accounting procedures. Also ensured CRA requirements and year-end activities were accurate and completed in a timely manner in accordance with current legislation and regulations.• Administered the employee pension program and all employee benefits – including early retirees. Responsible for communicating coverage information and liaising with Blue cross.• Maintained salary grade ranges, applied and communicated salary adjustments. Calculated annual merit increases and salary adjustments, in alignment with Cambrian’s annual performance management cycle. Responsible for the accurate maintenance of all compensation related information.• Completed compensation surveys and annual compensation studies to ensure market competitiveness. Coordinated the calculation of variable compensation and sales incentive programs.• Responsible for accuracy and integrity of data entered and maintained in HR system ensuring payroll and benefits information was available on a timely basis. Delivered routine reporting to leaders within the organization and responded to ad- hoc inquiries for information.
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Human Resources Coordinator
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Mar 2017 - Dec 2017
Main accomplishments:• Designed and implemented electronic payroll audit on a bi-weekly basis to comply with audit requirements.• Created new pension report for CSS Pension Plan reducing time and errors.• Designed and implemented a new payroll checklist to ensure all activities are completed before payroll exit.• Designed and implemented a comprehensive checklist for status changes, moves, terminations, new hires and leaves.• Designed and implemented e-learning module on Cambrian’s benefits that could be delivered on demand to employees upon hiring..Responsibilities:• Coordinated and performed all activities relating to the processing of the organization’s current and arrears bi-weekly payrolls.• Liaised with management and employees on payroll-related issues and inquiries.• Administered both the Employee Benefits and Pension programs. Responsible for presenting on Cambrian’s benefit offering at orientation.• Prepared Employment Contracts, Welcome Letters and set up new employees in HRIS systems.• Served as SME for questions relating to HR policies, procedures and practices.
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24-7 Intouch
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Canada
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Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Payroll and Benefits Administrator
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Mar 2016 - Mar 2017
Main accomplishments: • Successfully co-implemented the time management system, Superpunch, for payroll processing. • Designed and implemented electronic tracking spreadsheet to manage efficiently garnishments, tax levies, medical support and child support orders (approx. 150 in total) from different states in ADP avoiding penalties and fees. • Effectively reviewed and improved the process of enrollment in benefits avoiding late enrollments and restriction on benefits coverage. Responsibilities: • Responsible for the execution of payroll operations in US and Canada through ADP Workforce Now and Payworks respectively; • Supported the implementation of payroll processes that ensured continuous improvement in accuracy, efficiency and service levels; • Developed and maintained business partnerships (HR, Operations and Accounting) to support payroll initiatives; • Delivered prompt, friendly and efficient customer service to employees who had questions regarding their pay including garnishments and taxes consistent with Federal/state/local wage and hour laws; • Kept abreast of legislation and regulatory rulings impacting payroll and developed solutions to ensure compliance in all federal and state jurisdictions; • Liaised with Empire Life to maintain employees’ benefits eligibility up to date (additions, changes, or deletions of individuals covered under the health plan).
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ExxonMobil
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Oil and Gas
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager, Payroll and Benefits
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Dec 2012 - Oct 2015
Main accomplishments:• Successfully designed and implemented all the Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) for ExxonMobil required as part of the Health Care Reform.• Successfully transitioned tasks and responsibilities from US-based benefits specialists to our Shared Service Center in Argentina.Responsibilities:• Responsible for the benefits and payroll functions and ensure pay in time for 8000+ employees.• Maintained payroll guidelines by writing and updating policies and procedures.• Maintained HRIS, timekeeping and employee records by recording new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications, merit increases; tracking vacation, sick, and personal time.• Liaised with benefits providers to maintain employees’ eligibility up to date and coordinated the open enrollment period with ADP.• Led the recruitment and selection process of qualified candidates for the payroll peak season;• Drafted and reported KPI metrics to US-based senior management.
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Payroll and Benefits Specialist
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Nov 2011 - Nov 2012
• Responsible for the payroll and benefits administration functions for 3000+ employees;• Managed workflow to ensure all payroll transactions were processed accurately and timely;• Supported a full spectrum of Payroll/HR operations (customer service, internal and external audits, monthly process controls, etc);• Processed correct garnishment calculations and handled all medical support and child support orders;• Reconciled payroll prior to transmission and validated all payroll reports;• Managed HMO and PPO health insurance plans and answered questions from employees regarding benefits coverage;• Developed ad hoc financial and operational reporting as needed;• Partnered with the US law department to ensure compliance with HIPPA requirements.
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Human Resources Coordinator
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Jun 2010 - Oct 2011
• Coordinated HR service center and handled employees´ inquires on paycheck, benefits, medical plans, state and federal taxes among others, via phone, email and instant messaging;• Developed HR customer service standards, policies and procedures according with current legislation;• Provided administrative support to HR management and other departments for the organization success;• Responsible for attending escalated calls and resolving employee´s grievances;• Ensured proper recording of employee information in the SAP HR system to maintain database integrity;• Participated in HR initiatives to align systems and processes on a global scale with other shared service centers;• Identified and implemented training activities within the HR team to increase productivity.• Implemented new phone schedule to streamline customer service provided;• Designed and rolled out a customer service guide for management of the tax season peak;• Introduced new procedures based on HR daily operation.
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IT Convergence
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Payroll and Benefits Administrator
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Nov 2007 - Jun 2010
• Acted as the main focal point for HR related inquiries and provided guidance on the application of labor law; • Partnered with ADP (Automatic Data Processing) to test and implement HR interfaces with Oracle system; • Kept abreast of legislation revisions and performed testings in the Oracle HR system as well as updated work procedures to comply with current regulations; • Supported management by coaching on HR matters such as grievance, disciplinary actions, employee working conditions and pay issues; • Organized and maintained up–to-date information on employees´ files; • Maintained monthly meetings with US-based senior management to report payroll costs and explain variances.
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Cargill
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United States
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Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Advisor
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Sep 2004 - Nov 2007
• Provided advice and support to managers and employees in areas such as industrial and employee relations, application of HR policies and procedures, recruitment and selection, probation and orientation and employment conditions; • Built strong and effective relationships with trade unions and assisted on the application of the local legislation; • Maintained updated employee records within the file room as well as in the HR UNIX system; • Managed complex HR cases and provided expert advice on different stages (up to dismissals) of disciplinary actions, grievance and sickness; • Handled and reported absenteeism cases to plant managers and addressed any inquiry related to the application of HR policies; • Collaborated with the recruitment and selection process including curriculum vitae scanning, support to business line managers, induction process and candidate's admission; • Organized and led HR training sessions for 1200 employees in both plants; • Administered the payroll process of wage and salaried employees, and provided customer service via phone and email.
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Education
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2000 - 2005
Universidad de Buenos Aires
Bachelor of Labour Relations, Human Resources Administration
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