Jemila B.

About Jemila B.

I am an HR professional with 6+ years of experience spanning HR systems, benefits, leave of absence, compliance, and employee support. My career has been shaped by a mix of operational expertise and a passion for creating fair, positive, and legally sound workplaces.In my most recent role at Paychex, I specialized in HR systems and compliance support—auditing employee records in Oracle, processing I-9s/E-Verify, guiding onboarding and offboarding, and ensuring accuracy across benefits and payroll transactions. I also partnered with cross-functional teams to manage time-off policies, tuition reimbursements, and open enrollment processes.Beyond technical expertise, I bring a consultative and people-first approach. At Alight Solutions, I advised employees on benefits, FMLA, and leave programs, helping them navigate sensitive life events while ensuring compliance with FMLA, ADA, and company policy. I’ve also supported leaders with return-to-work cases, disciplinary guidance, and policy questions—building the foundation for my transition into HR Business Partner and HR consulting roles.I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (UNC Charlotte) and a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management (Capella University). Currently, I am pursuing SHRM-CP and PHR certifications to strengthen my HRBP readiness.I am especially motivated by opportunities to: • Partner with business leaders to align people strategy with organizational goals • Drive compliance and risk management through policy, auditing, and employee relations guidance • Enhance employee experience with thoughtful, inclusive, and supportive HR practicesMy long-term focus is on growing as an HR Business Partner and consultant, leveraging my HR operations foundation to deliver strategic, compliance-driven, and people-centered solutions.

Experience

1. Corporate Human Resources

   Paychex

   May 2022 — Present · Rochester, NY, US

   Audited and finalized new hire, transfer, and termination workflows for accuracy and compliance in Oracle HRIS. • Entered and maintained onboarding records and employee data updates (name, SSN, DOB, pay changes), ensuring integrity across HR systems. • Partnered with Leave of Absence Management team to process employee leave updates, ensure documentation accuracy, and guide managers on LOA-related compliance. • Responded to high-volume inquiries through HR Systems shared inbox, including escalated questions on leave status, benefits corrections, and time-off balances. • Processed separation data for payroll, including PTO balances, LOA status, California-specific payout rules, and exemption status. • Completed retroactive benefit deductions in Oracle and Benetrac, proactively communicating updates to impacted employees. • Maintained SOP documentation for audit readiness and knowledge management, ensuring consistent HR compliance practices.

Education

• University of North Carolina at Charlotte

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication Studies

• Capella University

  Graduate Certificate, Human Resources Management