Sayali Arekar
Thane
Summary
HR Professional with 8 years of experience in payroll management, including full and final settlements, flexi-pay benefits, and vendor payouts, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Skills extend beyond managing employee data and conducting background verifications, also well-versed in Mediclaim administration. Proven track record in market benchmarking for employee benefits and successfully created clear and impactful communication materials, such as mailers and brochures, utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Executive
Smartpaddle Technology Private Limited (BIZONGO)
08.2022 - Current
- Oversaw payroll processing, ensuring accurate payments while adhering to strict deadlines for submission.
- Implemented successful training programs, enhancing employee skills and productivity levels across the organization.
- Streamlined HR processes by implementing efficient workflows and reducing paperwork.
- Resolved employee queries on payroll, tax, and HR matters with efficiency and accuracy, ensuring a seamless support experience.
- Full and Final (FNF) Settlement: Processed FNF settlements for departing employees, including generating and distributing exit letters
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, resulting in cost savings on various HR services and products.
- Employee Onboarding: Conducted employee inductions, scheduled onboarding activities, and ensured completion of required onboarding forms
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to ensure new employees'' smooth transition into the organization.
- Background Verification (BGV): Timely background verification checks were initiated and managed, ensuring compliance with all established timelines, and a BGV policy was established
- Mediclaim Insurance Management: Conducted market research, benchmarking to identify suitable insurance providers and implemented sustainable Mediclaim insurance policies for the organization
- Employee Benefits Benchmarking: Performed market research and benchmarking for all employee benefits to ensure competitiveness and sharing better ideas to the management team
- Audit Management: Handled and supported internal and external audits as required
- Flexible Benefits Administration: Processed flexible benefit payments in a timely and accurate manner
- Financial Provision Reporting: Prepared financial provision files for accurate financial reporting
- Policies and handbook creation: Designed and implemented policies and handbooks to benefit employees and improve their accessibility
HR Executive
TeamLease Services Limited
05.2019 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Deployed at Tata AIA Life Insurance Company LTD
- Managed complete FBP administration, overseeing accurate processing of benefits like fuel reimbursements, car leases, vouchers, and NPS, ensuring seamless execution and compliance
- Processed end-to-end vendor payouts, including FBP components, through the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) system, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Managed employee leave and attendance records, maintained entitlement data, and generated MIS reports for key stakeholders.
- Prepared monthly finance provision reports for flexible benefits, maintaining accuracy and compliance with reporting timelines.
- Maintained up-to-date employee records, verified onboarding documents, created employee codes, and issued employment letters as per company standards.
- Resolved employee queries related to payroll, taxation, attendance, and benefits, ensuring timely support and policy adherence.
- Coordinated with cross-functional stakeholders to streamline credit and closure of flexible pay components.
- Developed and designed internal communication materials, including mailers and posters, to communicate HR policies and benefits programs effectively.
HR Executive
Conneqt Business Solutions LTD
11.2016 - 05.2019
- Company Overview: Formerly Tata Business Support Services
- Employee Database Management: Maintained and regularly updated the employee master database for ~5,000 employees, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality.
- Onboarding Processes: Managed end-to-end onboarding documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and smooth integration for new hires.
- Document Management: Organized and maintained physical and digital employee records; updated documents using Hirecraft software to support efficient record-keeping and audits.
- Background Verification (BGV): Initiated and coordinated BGV processes for ~5,000 employees with external agencies; reviewed reports, flagged discrepancies, and executed follow-up actions.
- Agency Coordination and Reporting: Acted as the key liaison for BGV agencies, monitored progress, and ensured timely submission of background verification reports.
- Provision Data Management: Generated accurate monthly billing/provision data for payroll processing and finance reporting, meeting strict deadlines.
- Management Information Systems (MIS): Created and shared weekly MIS reports with leadership, offering actionable insights on workforce trends and operational metrics.
- Grievance Resolution & Escalation Management: Delivered prompt support to resolve employee and client inquiries; escalated complex cases as needed to ensure timely resolution and satisfaction.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resource Management
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies
Mumbai04.2021
Bachelor's degree - Bachelor of Management Studies
University of Mumbai
Mumbai07.2016
Skills
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in payroll processing (Ascent, PeopleStrong)
- Labor Law Compliance
- HRIS & Workforce Data Management (Hirecraft, Darwinbox, Oracle)
- Market Benchmarking for Employee Benefits
- Statutory Audit experience
Soft Skills:
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Time & Task Prioritization
- Proficient in digital tools
- Conflict resolution
- Negotiation Skills
Certification
Indian Labour law certified programme
Accomplishments
- Commitment to Excellence Award
- Customer Satisfaction Champion
- Star Champion Awards
- Best TL in service provider award received from client
Additional Information
Project Completed on Employee Life Cycle Management
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
HR Executive
Smartpaddle Technology Private Limited (BIZONGO)
08.2022 - Current
HR Executive
TeamLease Services Limited
05.2019 - 06.2022
HR Executive
Conneqt Business Solutions LTD
11.2016 - 05.2019
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resource Management
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies
Bachelor's degree - Bachelor of Management Studies
University of Mumbai
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