Alyson Latham

About Alyson Latham

Seasoned HR professional with expertise in payroll management, compensation strategy, and HRIS administration. Proven track record in optimizing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and enhancing compensation frameworks to drive employee satisfaction and retention. Adept at managing HRIS systems to streamline HR operations, improve data accuracy, and support decision-making. Strong communicator and problem solver, skilled in collaborating across departments to implement effective HR solutions. Known for attention to detail, process improvements, and commitment to aligning HR functions with business goals to foster organizational growth and efficiency.

Experience

1. Human Resources Director

   Ivory Skies

   Jan 2025 — Present

   Develops and implements comprehensive HR policies, including employee handbooks and leave policies, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with organizational goals.•Manages multi-state payroll processes, maintaining compliance with state, federal, and local regulations while optimizing payroll efficiency.•Administers employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives, driving employee engagement and satisfaction.•Processes monthly client invoices based on services rendered, and monitors client payments.•Conducts competitive compensation analysis, ensuring equitable pay structures that attract and retain top talent.•Audits timesheets and billable hours, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions to enhance cost efficiency.•Collaborates with leadership to align HR policies with business objectives, contributing to strategic planning and organizational growth.•Spearheads the employee life cycle process, from onboarding to offboarding, including HRIS entry, new hire orientation, and exit interviews, fostering a positive employee experience.•Ensures compliance with new hire and annual training requirements, enhancing workforce development and regulatory adherence.•Maintains and optimizes HRIS (Paychex) functionality, leveraging data analytics to support strategic HR decision-making.•Plans and coordinates company events, including All Hands meetings and wellness challenges, promoting a positive and engaged company culture.•Works with our accountants to reconcile bank transactions and review our labor distribution chart.•Acts as the primary point of contact for employee relations, resolving concerns and maintaining a supportive work environment.

Education

• The George Washington University School of Business

  Doctoral Candidate, Management

  2009 — 2013

• James Madison University

  Bachelor of Business Administration, Management

  2003 — 2006

• University of Limerick

  Masters in Business Studies, Human Resource Management

  2007 — 2009