Richmond Izard

About Richmond Izard

Looking to forge partnerships with other self-motivated individuals who possess entrepreneurial zest, hunger and aggressive commitment to accomplishing goals as a gateway to economic independence.Richmond Izard is engaged in Strategic Planning & Project Management for nonprofit organizations.He recommends the following resources for corporate governance:· http://mystrategicplan.com/resources/section/videos/· Leadership: · In the corporate, public, small business, and nonprofit sectors.Career Summary· An innovative Technology (IT) professional with twenty (20) years of proven managerial and technical expertise in network administration, helpdesk, tech support, and application development.Complimentary leadership as an Auditor, Business Manager and Board Chair leverages candidate’s expertise used in strategic planning, budgeting, process improvement, and project management.Strong writing, presentation and communication skills.

Experience

1. Supervisor Ii - Payroll Operations & Compliance

   Milwaukee Public Schools

   Jan 2025 — Present · Office of Finance | Milwaukee, WI, US

   Supervising a team of 8 direct reports responsible for the daily operations of the Payroll Department, ensuring timely and accurate processing for all payroll cycles, including bi-weekly, supplemental, and year-end payroll activities. Provides direction, coaching, and performance evaluation to optimize team productivity and ensure regulatory compliance. Collaborates with the Payroll Manager and Office of Finance to implement process improvements, regulatory updates, technology enhancements, and strategic planning for optimized financial operations and enterprise-wide efficiencies.• Manages and maintains $19M bi-weekly payroll, internal controls, working with auditors on operational reviews and implementing corrective actions for improved fiscal integrity for employees.• Manages payroll-related projects from initiation to close, including system upgrades, process improvements, and regulatory changes, ensuring timely execution, scope adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction.• Leads cross-functional project teams to streamline payroll workflows and integrate process improvements across Finance, HR, and IT departments, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.• Oversees end-to-end payroll processes, including time reporting, tax withholding, garnishments, and payroll reconciliations, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.• Coordinates project schedules and resources for fiscal and calendar year-end payroll procedures, including W-2 issuance, leave accruals, and payroll wage reporting.• Develops and maintains payroll procedure guidelines and an internal policy manual to ensure consistency in operations and compliance with organizational policies.• Leads efforts to improve employee payroll services by streamlining payment procedures and ensuring timely resolution of payroll issues.• Supports strategic initiatives by contributing to process improvement projects and cross-functional collaboration with HR, Finance, and IT departments.

Education

• Marquette University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance and Financial Management Services

• New Horizons Computer Learning Center

  (Continuing Education), Visual Basic Programming

• Allied Computers

  (Continuing Education), Network and System Administration/Administrator

• Rufus King High School

  Diploma, College Prepatory

• Milwaukee Area Technical College

  (Continuing Education), Building Maintenance & Property Management

• Marquette University

  (Continuing Education), C++ Programming

• Concordia University-Wisconsin

  Master of Science (MS), Organizational Leadership and Administration

• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

  Entrepreneurship Certificate, School of Continuing Education

Skills

• Program Management
• Accounts Receivable
• Office Management
• Database Administration
• Audio Editing
• Construction Management
• Wordpress
• Operations Management
• Operations
• Business Management
• Desktop Management
• Real Estate
• Business Process Improvement
• Leadership
• Quickbooks
• Non-Profit Administration
• Spreadsheets
• Cms
• Small Business
• Budgeting
• Microsoft Office
• System Administration
• Help Desk Support
• Church Events
• Customer Service
• Financial Modeling
• Office Administration
• Telecommunications
• Analysis
• Windows Network Administration
• Office Equipment
• Leadership Development
• Video Production
• Web Video
• Public Speaking
• Administration
• Data Analysis
• Budgets
• Nonprofits
• Management