Stephanie Rich MBA, Cpp, Shrm Scp
About Stephanie Rich MBA, Cpp, Shrm Scp
Stephanie Rich is a Payroll Manager with extensive experience in payroll operations and vendor management. She has a strong background in implementing payroll systems and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Current Role at Redwood Trust
Stephanie Rich serves as the Payroll Manager at Redwood Trust, Inc. since 2018. In this role, she manages third-party payroll vendor relationships and ensures compliance with contractual and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. She focuses on building strong collaborative working relationships with management and employees across various business units to enhance payroll services. Her responsibilities include balancing payroll accounts and resolving discrepancies, maintaining primary control of pay codes, and partnering with Internal Audit to provide evidence of key responsibilities and controls quarterly.
Previous Experience in Payroll Management
Prior to her current position, Stephanie Rich held several roles in payroll management. She worked as a Payroll Specialist at ADP Total Source from 2015 to 2017 and then at Care Synergy from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she served as a Calculations Instructor at the Denver Chapter Payroll Association from 2018 to 2020. In these roles, she developed her expertise in payroll processes and compliance, contributing to her effective management style.
Educational Background
Stephanie Rich earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Metropolitan State University of Denver, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Argosy University Denver, completing her studies in Business Administration and Management from 2013 to 2015. This educational foundation supports her professional roles in payroll and human resources.
Key Achievements in Payroll Implementation
During her career, Stephanie Rich executed a successful implementation of ADP Time and Attendance Solutions (TS) to ADP Workforce Now (WFN). This transition resulted in a 35% increase in efficiencies related to payroll, human resources data, and report processing. Her ability to lead such initiatives demonstrates her capability in optimizing payroll systems and processes.
Professional Development and Skills
Stephanie Rich has developed strong skills in payroll management and compliance throughout her career. She has experience in managing vendor relationships and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Her role involves balancing payroll accounts and maintaining control over pay codes, showcasing her attention to detail and analytical skills. Additionally, she has built collaborative relationships across business units, enhancing the overall payroll service delivery.