Jessica Funke

Process full-cycle payroll using Paycom, managing multiple payroll schedules across 7 different companies with varying pay cycles and requirements Execute accurate and timely payroll processing for high-volume employee groups while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Respond to employee payroll inquiries across multiple companies, resolving issues related to pay, deductions, and tax withholdings

Payroll Specialist at Foxden Capital (2024-02 – Present)

• Process full-cycle payroll using Paycom, managing multiple payroll schedules across 7 different companies with varying pay cycles and requirements
• Execute accurate and timely payroll processing for high-volume employee groups while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries across multiple companies, resolving issues related to pay, deductions, and tax withholdings
• Support internal audits by preparing payroll documentation for multiple companies and ensuring system accuracy in Paycom
• Manage employee payroll data in Paycom, including direct deposit updates, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and garnishments

Warehouse Assistant Manager at Sew Southern Designs (2022-06 – 2024-03)

• Streamlined warehouse operations to enhance efficiency and productivity
• Oversaw ordering and shipping processes, ensuring timely delivery of goods
• Facilitated effective communication through leading weekly staff meetings focused on goal setting and performance evaluation

Operations & Household Management at Self-Directed (2013-08 – 2022-06)

• Effectively managed household expenses through detailed budgeting technologies
• Successfully balanced competing needs, schedules, and priorities for multiple individuals
• Developed strong relationships with healthcare professionals, academic administrators, and program leaders to ensure alignment of needs
• Simultaneously maintained a full-time college student role

General Manager at Cookout (2012-02 – 2013-08)

• Oversaw daily operations of a high-volume restaurant with a team of 30+
• Conducted interviews, hired, and trained new employees to ensure outstanding service
• Developed efficient weekly scheduling for 30 employees and 4 managers
• Managed inventory of 3000+ items and placed 500-piece weekly order to maintain stock levels
• Implemented strategies resulting in a 10% increase in sales during the first quarter

Working Partner (General Manager) at Sonic Drive-In (2009 – 2012)

• Oversaw all aspects of restaurant operations, including managing a team of 40 employees and 5 assistant managers
• Implemented strategic sales initiatives resulting in a significant increase in customer base
• Efficiently created and managed weekly schedules for over 40 employees
• Prepared monthly P&L reports that consistently improved the company's financial performance
• Achieved a remarkable 25% sales growth and reduced food cost percentage by 10% within the first year

Employee at Sonic Drive-In (2003-03 – 2012-01)

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management, Concentration in Human Resources – East Carolina University College of Business (2023-06)