Melpomeni Nikas
About Melpomeni Nikas
Melpomeni Nikas serves as the Vice President of Global Payroll at Two Sigma, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in payroll management, having previously held roles at Bloomberg LP and Fox News Channel.
Work at Two Sigma
Melpomeni Nikas serves as the Vice President of Global Payroll at Two Sigma, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees payroll operations and ensures compliance with relevant regulations. Her responsibilities include managing payroll processes and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency within the payroll department. Nikas's tenure at Two Sigma has contributed to the company's commitment to maintaining accurate and timely payroll services for its employees.
Previous Experience at Bloomberg LP
Before joining Two Sigma, Melpomeni Nikas worked at Bloomberg LP as a Payroll Team Lead from 2013 to 2018. During her five years at Bloomberg, she was responsible for overseeing payroll functions and leading a team to ensure accurate payroll processing. Her experience at Bloomberg provided her with valuable insights into payroll management within a large financial services organization.
Education and Expertise
Melpomeni Nikas earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Rutgers Business School in 2011. Her educational background has equipped her with a solid foundation in financial principles, which she applies in her payroll management role. Nikas possesses advanced skills in data analysis and ad-hoc reporting, utilizing tools such as MS Excel, Access, and Word to support her work in payroll.
Career Background in Payroll
Nikas has extensive experience in payroll management, having worked in various roles prior to her current position. She began her career at Paychex as a Senior Payroll Analyst from 2005 to 2009, followed by a role as a Payroll Analyst at Fox News Channel from 2011 to 2013. This diverse background has provided her with expertise in a variety of payroll and HR systems, including Workday, PeopleSoft, ADP, and others.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Melpomeni Nikas is proficient in specialized payroll software and systems. She has experience with tools such as QuickBooks, Relo-Advantage, Paychex Pay-Entry, and Core Advanced. Additionally, her expertise extends to various payroll and HR systems, including SAP, Ceridian, Ulti-Pro, and CMS, enabling her to effectively manage payroll processes across different platforms.