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Joan Arabit Human Resources Specialist

Philippines

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

I am an experienced HR Professional with 15 years extensive knowledge of HR Management and Practices in leading global organization and multinational companies.

I am adept in data analysis and customer service. Moreover, having exposure in different facet of HR  has afforded me a well-rounded skill set, including first-rate interpersonal and communication abilities. I excel at supporting day-to-day HR operations through data analysis and reporting, customer support and drafting reports and presentations on HR changes for senior management. Knowledgeable and equip on Human capital management software which offers effectively automating and streamlining processes in Human Resources.

SKILLS

  • Service Orientation
  • Project Management
  • Human Resources Information Software (HRIS)
  • Team Management
  • Detail Orientation
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Diversity Appreciation

 

Education

1999-2003 Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Polytechnic University of the Philippines

Experience

Aug 2012 - present Senior HR Specialist at Western Digital

Support the regional Operation Centers on operational and “day to day” business level.

Ensure team delivers exceptional customer experience and meets or exceeds HR Operations Service Level Agreements while focusing on improving both operational efficiencies and employee experience to identify both short- and long-term opportunities with global sites.

Develops, identifies recommendation and implement user-friendly HR Operations process improvements or automation of processes through review of data, procedures and process changes resulting from technology.

Generate, organize, and analyze standard and ad hoc reports to monitor productivity and service level agreements partnering with ServiceNow SMEs to enhance case management tool capabilities for the HR Systems Operations function.

Thought leader in people processes, assisting HR Business Partners in HR policy implementations, communication and maintenance, using your knowledge and access to HR data and systems to produce efficiencies.

Nov 2011 - Mar 2012 Compensation and Benefits Officer at Edward Keller Philippines Inc.

Maintain completeness and confidentiality of employee records and files

Ensure that compensation practices are in compliance with current laws and regulations

Oversee payroll functions and company benefit administration

Process payroll including verification of time cards and payroll reports as well as ensuring accuracy of payroll deductions

Review time and attendance for accuracy and adjust when necessary. Make sure programs set up are working properly and state compliant as it relates to PTO, sick leave, floating holidays, etc.

Process and handle all checks for final payment for terminations

Feb 2011 - Oct 2011 HR Specialist at Green Cross Incorporated

Process and serve as subject matter expert on payroll and HR related compensation and benefits topics. Process and manage statutory and wage assignments, including regular audits to ensure accuracy and respond to inquiries with high level customer service.

Manages the administration of Benefit Programs such as HMO, workers’ compensation, life, disability, and other benefit programs. Monitors, maintains and administers new employee orientation and benefits program and annual open enrollment.

May 2007 - Oct 2010 HR Senior Associate at KPMG U.A.E

Screens and interviews applicants for employment; analyzes records revealing experience and educational background; recruits applicants; handles employment verification, and/or supervises new hire orientation/onboarding of new employees.

Participates in fringe benefit studies and meetings to maintain and expand medical insurance, life insurance, salary schedule, and Worker’s Compensation Insurance.

Prepares organizational charts, tables, and reports of personnel action activity.

Prepares Monthly Salary Report every month and submits to HR Manager to ensure that the staff salary budget is maintained and strictly adhered to. This report is the actual costing per department on a monthly basis.

Responsible for the preparation of KPI Report (Key Performance Indicator) every quarter to be submitted to the MESA Regional HR & L&D Director. Also includes the preparation of MIS Report (Management Information System) every end of the month and submits to the MIS Manager and Finance Manager. This report is used in finalizing the payroll.

Nov 2006 - May 2007 Administrative Assistant at Coteba Dubai Branch

Organizes and schedules meetings.and maintains calendar of events and personal agendas.

Assist with preparation of project meeting materials, presentations, deliverable and correspondence.

Managing files on SharePoint; update, compile data and reports in excel spreadsheets with the highest level of proficiency. Gathers, compiles, tracks and reports on information relevant to project assignment from multiple sources

Assist with monthly project status reporting and tracking.

Juy 2003 - Jun 2006 Compensation and Benefits Officer at Fujitsu Ten Corporation of the Philippines

Handles wage & salary administration (mandatory and company-wide regulations). With experience in compensation practices. Participated at salary surveys and assist HR manager on compensation strategy. Provides internal and external services to employees, administers wage, benefits and salary program, supports promotion of industrial peace.

Responsible for the preparation of payments included in payroll at Request and Disbursement Management System. Examines and verifies accuracy of work and authorize routine payments through double checking the amount in Payroll register use in payroll to see the correct payments made for certain payroll period. Transacts business with the banks/financial institutions for the department’s accreditation with them.

Implements efficient working processes and coordinates, assigns and reviews the work of clerks engaged in administering payrolls, accounts payable and receivable from employees, serving customers in banks and other institutions, verifying and recording insurance claims and forms and collecting user fees and payments on overdue accounts.