Christy Balassaitis
About Christy Balassaitis
Christy Balassaitis is a Payroll and Benefits Manager at honeygrow, where she has worked since 2016. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Rowan University and has extensive experience in finance and human resources management.
Current Role at honeygrow
Christy Balassaitis serves as the Payroll and Benefits Manager at honeygrow, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she manages local, state, and SUI tax assignments and filings. She acts as the primary contact between the company and various stakeholders, including insurance brokers, retirement plan representatives, and payroll providers. Balassaitis oversees the day-to-day operations of group benefit programs, ensuring smooth plan enrollment, employee maintenance, monthly bill reconciliation, and data transfer.
Previous Experience in Finance and HR
Before joining honeygrow, Christy Balassaitis worked as the Finance and HR Manager at GigeNET from 2009 to 2016. She also held the same title at Royal Wholesale during the same period. Her experience includes managing financial operations and human resources functions, which contributed to her expertise in payroll and benefits management. Additionally, she worked as an HR Office Associate at Sears, Roebuck and Co. from 2003 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
Christy Balassaitis earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mathematics from Rowan University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her analytical skills, which are essential in her current role managing payroll and benefits. Balassaitis's expertise encompasses compliance, data audits, and customized reporting for financial audits.
Background in Program Management
Christy Balassaitis has experience in program management, having served as the Program Director at Camp Haluwasa from 2002 to 2006. This role involved overseeing various programs and activities, contributing to her organizational and leadership skills. Her diverse background in both management and finance has equipped her with a comprehensive skill set applicable to her current position.
Compliance and Auditing Responsibilities
In her role at honeygrow, Christy Balassaitis performs regular audits of benefit plans and payroll data to ensure compliance and accuracy. She collaborates with the Controller and CFO to provide customized reporting and documentation for annual Worker's Compensation, 401k, and financial audits. This responsibility highlights her attention to detail and commitment to maintaining regulatory standards.