Michele Riveira
About Michele Riveira
Michele Riveira serves as the Financial Business Project Lead and Senior Manager at Dycom Industries, Inc, where she has worked since 2018. With a strong background in payroll systems and project management, she has successfully led complex integration projects and collaborated with various departments to optimize business processes.
Work at Dycom Industries
Michele Riveira has served as the Financial Business Project Lead and Senior Manager at Dycom Industries, Inc. since 2018. In this role, she has managed the integration of the UltiPro/ADP Payroll system, a significant enterprise-wide project. Her responsibilities include defining future state processes to enhance system functionality while aligning with the business needs. Riveira collaborates with cross-functional teams, including Payroll, HR, Legal, and IT, to ensure successful project outcomes. She also provides regular updates and escalations to executives regarding project progress and challenges.
Previous Experience at CEMEX
Before joining Dycom Industries, Michele Riveira worked at CEMEX as the Director of Payroll & Employment Data Systems from 2012 to 2018. During her six years at CEMEX, she focused on optimizing payroll systems and employment data processes. Her role involved overseeing the integration of various payroll functions and ensuring compliance with organizational standards. Riveira's experience at CEMEX contributed to her expertise in managing complex payroll systems.
Career Background in Accounting
Michele Riveira has a diverse background in accounting and finance. She began her career at Centex as a Staff Accountant and A/P Manager from 2006 to 2008. Following this role, she worked at TBC Corporation as a Senior Accountant for 10 months in 2008. These positions provided her with foundational skills in accounting practices and financial management, which she later applied in her managerial roles.
Education and Expertise
Michele Riveira earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Augusta State University. Her educational background laid the groundwork for her career in finance and project management. Riveira's expertise includes financial project leadership, payroll system integration, and change management strategies, particularly in large-scale enterprise projects.
Change Management Strategy Development
In her role at Dycom Industries, Michele Riveira played a key role in developing a Change Management strategy for the integration of the payroll system. This involved defining processes and aligning them with business needs to ensure a smooth transition. Her focus on change management highlights her ability to navigate complex projects and facilitate collaboration among various departments.